The World Forum on Boating and Water Safety will take place during the 2024 International Boating and Water Safety Summit in Albuquerque, NM. Hear from world leaders about what’s happening in their country related to recreational boating and water activities. Encouraging behavior change, specific responses to high-risk groups, education and training opportunities, and affirming safe boating behaviors and attitudes are just some of the engaging topics of this dynamic session.
The U.S. Coast Guard and the National Safe Boating Council are honored to host representatives from Australia, Brazil, Canada, Italy, Japan, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom at IBWSS.
Pre-conference NSBC On-Water Powerboat Training is available on April 7 and 8 for an additional fee of only $250 (an $800 value!). Whether you are new to powerboating or would like to increase your confidence in docking and maneuvering in close quarters, this course is for you. The National Safe Boating Council’s (NSBC) Boat Control On-Water Training Course Modules are designed to teach boat handling skills to recreational boaters or personnel hired to operate a vessel used in marine patrol. Taught by a NSBC Certified Instructor, the course will progress from safety gear and the pre-launch checklist to docking and refueling in close quarters; each maneuver is repeated advancing from idle speed to displacement mode, then planing mode. Learn more.
NSBC's Executive Director Peg Phillips passed the Certified Recreational Boating Professional (CRBP) exam and was awarded her CRBP certification.
The CRBP certification, developed by National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), is a voluntary credential for recreational boating professionals that encompasses knowledge, performance, and career achievements in specific program domains.
Peg Phillips, an experienced executive and boating instructor, holds certifications as an American Canoe Association L2 Kayak Instructor, SUP Instructor, and NSBC Powerboat Instructor Trainer. She has been recognized with awards for her outstanding boating instruction, including the American Canoe Association President’s Award and the American Canoe Association State Director of the Year. With two decades of senior executive-level management experience, Phillips is accomplished in strategic planning, staff development, inspiring commitment, managing change, and building coalitions and partnerships.
Since joining the NSBC in 2018, she has successfully provided guidance for over a dozen federally grant-funded programs. Phillips currently serves on the National Boating Safety Advisory Committee and the National Boating Standards Panel.
USCG Office of Boating Safety Staff Become NSBC Instructors
The NSBC was proud to host a NSBC Instructor Certification course for staff members of the U.S. Coast Guard Office of Boating Safety in St. Petersburg, FL from January 24 - 26.
The NSBC Instructor Certification course is a train-the-trainer model. USCG BSX staff trained with NSBC Certified Instructor Trainers Chris Day, Chris Edmonston, and Peg Phillips to learn the Boat Control On-Water Training curriculum. The training program progresses from close quarter maneuvers at idle speed, to maneuvers in displacement mode, and advanced open water maneuvers on the final day. Each student had to successfully demonstrate each skill at the helm, under the direction of the Instructor Trainer, then demonstrate that they can teach the curriculum to each other.
Join us in welcoming Seth Wagner, Jeff Decker, Cal Fless, Joshua Weidman, Capt. Amy Beach, and Capt. Troy Glendale as NSBC Certified Instructors!
Introducing Sealite.us New Quoting Tool: Simplifying Customer Experience
Sealite is thrilled to announce that our sealite.us website is now live, featuring a brand-new custom quote tool! This enhancement is developed towards improving your overall experience with us and simplifying the quoting process especially when you’re on the go.
To access this feature, simply visit any of our buoy pages and tailor your quote by selecting your preferred color, regulatory symbol, and messaging, as well as a lantern option. You can find the Custom Quote feature available on the following pages:
SL-B576 5-inch Regulatory Buoy
SL-B1060 9-inch Regulatory Buoy
SL-B700 28-inch Regulatory Buoy
SL-B1200 Fast Water Buoy
SL-B1250 50-inch Regulatory Buoy
Mooring Buoys and Winter Mooring Sticks
Barrier Floats
Have a unique artwork or specific message? You can easily upload your artwork and enter your custom message directly into the form. After you submit your quote request, a team member will personally follow up with you to ensure the quote aligns with your exact requirements. Visit our website and experience the convenience of the new quoting tool!
Calling all NSBC Instructors! Join the NSBC Instructor Network private Facebook group to chat with other instructors, ask questions, and share photos from your courses.
Reminder - we've made it easy for instructors to have everything they need to maintain their NSBC instructor certification. Explore NSBC instructor resources.
National Safe Boating Week
Resources Available
Whether you're planning outreach for the remainder of the year or getting a head start on next summer, boating educational assets are available from the Safe Boating Campaign. Browse Resources for logos, event toolkits, flyers, infographics, print ads, radio spots, and more.
Save the date for these events in 2024:
Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day - May 17, 2024
National Safe Boating Week - May 18-24, 2024
Get a head start on planning by following our step-by-step guide for Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day and National Safe Boating Week. The National Safe Boating Council is proud to partner with the U.S. Coast Guard on these annual outreach events.
Order youth activity books! Let's Go Boating and ABC's of Boating are colorful and fun books to educate primary and secondary school aged children on safe recreational boating. Shop now >>
Member-Only Discounts
NSBC members receive exclusive discounts from industry partners, such as Athletic Brewing Company, ExpertVoice, FELL Marine, Full Throttle, Mustang Survival, Onyx, Safe Lakes, Sirius Signal, and TowBoatU.S. Get discounts >>
Photo Library
Looking for boating photos to share in your marketing efforts? The NSBC offers a FREE photo library to promote boating and water safety with images. Browse the photo library >>
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