National Safe Boating Council

We are excited to announce that Kim Sweers, The Boat Boss, will be the MC at our International Boating and Water Safety Summit in Glendale, Arizona! Save the Date - April 14 - 17, 2025. Do you have a compelling boating safety story to tell, an innovative product, new technology, or a winning leadership strategy? Our call for speakers is open! You don't want to miss the sponsorship opportunities. More on that at IBWSS.org Join The Boat Boss and the National Safe Boating Council team in Arizona ~ you don't want to miss this conference! Kim Sweers (BOAT BOSS) #safeboating #IBWSS2025

Our lives were all enriched by knowing and working with Captain Chris Day. Whether you learned boat handling skills as a student, were certified by him as a NSBC instructor, did a co-teach with him to become a NSBC instructor trainer, were in the audience listening to him as a conference speaker - Chris was an educator and trainer of the highest level. As our NSBC Silver Schooner Award recipient in 2023, Chris was celebrated for certifying dozens of instructors and educating hundreds of boaters for the NSBC. Chris was called upon many times in search and rescue operations and opened his heart to many families who lost a loved one in a boating, or open water tragedy. Chris was a friend to all, and his family is our family. He persevered and fought a prolonged illness. We are all grieving the loss of our dear friend, but we are so grateful for the lives and hearts that he touched. Please pray for his wife Brianna, his mother Pamela, and his kiddos. We will always love you Chris. Chris Day, CRBP BoatUS BoatUS Foundation

Take a moment to hug your loved ones, and remember to never boat distracted. Today, and always, we're grateful for Robyn's life. ❤️ Share her story: www.wavesofhopeboating.org #wavesofhope #offerhope #createchange #onewaveatatime #safeboating

Today, we celebrate Kitty’s life. ❤️ Kitty continues to share her story to prevent propeller injuries from happening to others. 67 years ago, Kitty fell off a boat driven by a young, reckless driver. His instinctive, but incorrect, reaction of turning the boat away from her brought the propeller to Kitty’s head, slashing her skull. A metal plate was placed in her head, allowing Kitty to have an active life… a fortunate outcome. But her parents suffered greatly, worrying about Kitty. They died young. Physically, Kitty recovered, but not one day goes by without thought of the day she was almost killed by a propeller strike, a tragedy that continues to this day. Always use your engine cut-off switch for Kitty. #safeboating #wavesofhope #offerhope #createchange #onewaveatatime

"Back to school already? Said no kid ever. Because who wouldn't want to trade in endless summer days of freedom for homework, pop quizzes, and early mornings? #CantWait #SummerWasTooShort #SarcasmLevel100" Mustang Survival

Kids (and grown-ups) can get in on the #safeboating fun! 😎 👏 This #wearitwednesday, order coloring and activity books through our store! The ABC's of Boating Coloring Books: https://lnkd.in/gFjvJUny Let's Go Boating! Kids Activity Books: https://lnkd.in/gfpxW5J7

🚤📚 "Summer vacation: 10/10. Back to school: 0/10. 😅 Just traded in endless boat rides with friends for the thrill of dorm life. 🙌💤 Excited to go from sunshine and fun to studying in a room the size of a shoebox and discovering new ways to cook ramen. 🍜🛏️ Here’s to swapping splashy adventures for ‘splashing’ coffee on my textbooks! 😂 #ByeByeSummer #DormLifeDiaries #SchoolModeActivated

Oh great, it’s that magical time of year again—when we all get to swap lazy days on the water and ice cream for math homework, early alarms, and cafeteria food. 🍕🧃 Can’t wait to dive into the thrilling world of textbooks and tests! 🙄📚 Enjoy your last few days of freedom, kids. School’s coming, whether you’re ready or not! 😎✌️ #OnyxOutdoorGear #BackToSchoolBlues #SummerForever #CanWeStayHome

**MEMBERSHIP MONDAY!** A huge thank you to Admiral Club member Orion Safety Products - the world's leading manufacturer of emergency flares and other signaling devices! 👏 Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gXCysmvg → And more membership shoutouts to come! If you are not already a member of the National Safe Boating Council, explore membership with us today! https://lnkd.in/gUuxAz-d

Whether you are a new or seasoned boater, there's always something new to learn. 💪 Watch, quiz yourself, and make sure to like and share! https://lnkd.in/gSjzKGpx BoatUS Foundation | National Association of State Boating Law Administrators | National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) | Sealite