Author: WaterSportsFoundation
Pro Wakeboarder Shaun Murray Shares his Most Important Boating Tip
This video reminds boaters that alcohol and boating don’t mix. In fact, the U.S. Coast Guard 2019 Boating Accident Report Data shows that alcohol is the leading contributing factor to boating deaths. Ride Dry, Drive Dry!
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Always Wear Your Life Jacket
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, basic safety practices apply to any paddler. The most fundamental of those rules is a single piece of gear: a Life Jacket.
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Photos: PWC with a Properly Fitting Life Jacket
Photos showing a rider on a Personal Watercraft (PWC), wearing a properly fitting Life Jacket
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People Enjoying Boating
Photos showing the crew of a towboat enjoying being out on the water
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Photos: Boater with Handheld VHF Marine Band Radio
Photos showing boaters holding and speaking into a handheld VHF marine band radio
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License-free Photos: Kids in Properly Fitting Life Jackets
Photos of a group of young girls on a boat, all wearing properly-fitting Life Jackets
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Deaths, Injuries & Accidents by Year, 2000-2019
Boating deaths, injuries and accidents by year, from 2000 to 2019.
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Percentage of 2019 Boating Accidents by Month
Chart and table showing the percentage of boating accidents that are fatal, by month, in 2019.
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Distribution of 2019 Recreational Vessel Registration by State
Distribution of 2019 recreational vessel registrations by state.
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Common River Hazards and Obstacles
Graphical guide to common river hazards and obstacles, and how to deal with each.
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Dress for Immersion
If you’re going to be on the water, you need to be prepared to be in the water. Following best safety practices starts with the right equipment.
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Always Check the Forecast
Some planning is necessary for any outdoor adventure. But often overlooked is one simple, yet critical checklist item: Check the weather forecast.
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