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National Safe Boating Council
January 20, 2021
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the International Boating and Water Safety Summit from March 13-16, 2022 at the Hyatt Regency Dulles just outside of Washington, D.C.!

Register at www.IBWSS.org/register.


From engaging keynotes and breakout sessions to professional development, and from the latest in boating and water safety to networking opportunities – share your passion for boating and water safety with others around the world at #IBWSS22. View the program and start planning your IBWSS experience.

All attendees are responsible for arranging their own travel. Book your stay at the Hyatt Regency Dulles with the group discounted rate of $132/per night.

We are coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard and Hyatt Hotels to provide a safe conference experience. Read frequently asked questions.

We look forward to seeing you there!

NSBC Instructor Update

NSBC instructors have undergone rigorous training to teach recreational boaters in accordance with the American National Standard for on-water skills. They help cultivate a safer recreational boating experience by training responsible boaters.

Explore the latest resources for NSBC instructors:

1)
Instructor Resources: Helpful tips and reminders for NSBC Instructors to maintain their certification, including course waivers, course reports, course certificate of completion, and more. Find instructor resources.

2) Find an Instructor: The demand for on-water training is high, and the NSBC has created a searchable directory of our instructors. Connect with a local NSBC Instructor and get on-water powerboat training! Find an instructor in your local area.

If you are a NSBC Instructor and would like to be included in this database, you must opt-in and have a current membership.

3) Pro-Deals: The NSBC now offers pro-deals from leading brands for NSBC instructors! Be on the lookout for an email with more information. These offers are only valid for NSBC Instructors.

Sponsor IBWSS

Secure your sponsorship level today to show your commitment to boating and water safety. These are going fast – claim your sponsorship level soon.

Remaining sponsorship opportunities include:
  • Snack Station (prominent exposure during scheduled break for all attendees)
  • Tabletop Display (during opening reception on Sunday, March 13)
  • Discount Code (share a discount code to be emailed to all attendees)
  • Swag (include an item in the registration bag)
Learn more at www.ibwss.org/sponsors.

IBWSS is brought to you by the National Safe Boating Council, in partnership with the U.S. Coast Guard, partially produced under a grant from the Sports Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund and administered by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Eckerd College Adopts NSBC's Boat Control On-Water Training

The Eckerd College Waterfront Program, one of the most comprehensive collegiate programs in the U. S., offers instruction in a variety of watersports to participants of all ages, from children to seniors. Located at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, FL, the school provides the perfect environment for learning watersports on the beautiful Boca Ciega Bay.

The NSBC's Boat Control On-Water Training curriculum will be used as the baseline on-water training for students, staff, and faculty who operate powerboats at the college. Even students who aspire to go into Coxswain training for the Eckerd College Search and Rescue (EC-SAR) team must complete Boat Control On-Water Training as a prerequisite.

"Coupled with the Florida Boat Smart state boating safety training, the NSBC's Boat Control On-Water course will ensure that all of our members are safe underway while continuing to enjoy the watersports activities we offer," said Ryan Dilkey, associate director of the Eckerd College Waterfront Program. "Even though we are all experienced boaters, we still learned some new tricks on how to explain some of the maneuvers of the boat."

Meet representatives from Eckered College at IBWSS from March 13-16, 2022 just outside of Washington, D.C. at the Hyatt Regency Dulles. Register for IBWSS.
Four staff members completed the NSBC’s Instructor Certification course and are certified to teach Boat Control On-Water Training. Learn more training opportunities with the NSBC.
 

Safe Boating Campaign

The Safe Boating Campaign is a worldwide effort focused on responsible boating led by the National Safe Boating Council with support from boating safety advocates around the world. At its heart, the Safe Boating Campaign is a grassroots effort that collaborates with partners to share about safe boating in their local communities through events, social media, workshops, and more. It is produced under a grant from the Sports Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, administered by the U.S. Coast Guard.

The National Safe Boating Council provides partners with many free and paid resources – such as brand, logo, talking points, suggested social media posts, template announcements, fact sheets, videos, photo library, posters, PSAs, banners, launch point signs, and life jacket loaner stand artwork. This effort has created worldwide recognition of the Safe Boating Campaign – reminding boaters to always wear a life jacket and boat responsibly. We are thankful for each partner for their support in building a generation of responsible boaters!

Register as a Safe Boating Campaign partner and get access to the latest information and resources. From seasonal toolkits to sample outreach plans, find all the information you need to share about responsible boating in your community.

Get a head start on planning for Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day (May 20, 2022) and National Safe Boating Week (May 21-27, 2022)!
Become a Partner

What's Happening

2022 is off to a busy start for the NSBC and our members! Below is a snapshot of photos from January. Email outreach@safeboatingcouncil.org with a photo of how you're sharing about boating safety in your community for a chance to be included in a future newsletter or on NSBC social media.
Photos (clockwise): The NSBC attended a duck hunt in Seabrook, TX along with Four W's Fishing Team; Oregon State Marine Board shared about inflatable life jacket tips; Onyx shared tips for the right life jacket fit from the Safe Boating Campaign.
 

Shop NSBC

 

Big savings for NSBC members with promo code WELOVEBOATING. Shop through February 28, 2022 to receive an additional 15% off already reduced prices. Exclusions apply. Shop now >>

Waves of Hope

 

Providing a single point of engagement for those persons who have survived a boating accident and those who have lost a friend or family member as a result of a boating tragedy. Learn about Waves of Hope >>

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 >>

Sponsored by Walsh Marine

 

Walsh Marine Products is a premier manufacturer of navigational aids for inland waterways  specializing in U.S. Coast Guard approved buoys and floats. Learn more >>
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