National Public Relations Outreach Campaign
The Water Sports Foundation’s National Public Relations Outreach Campaign produced the largest online repository of boating safety content, using materials provided by the United States Coast Guard, the Water Sports Foundation, and other boating safety nonprofits, organizations and stakeholders. The purpose of the National Boating Safety Media Center was to create a comprehensive, one-stop resource featuring relevant boating safety content and statistical data, still and video images, and expert contacts available for media interviews.
The campaign created a curated database of national and regional media that cover boating and boating safety, including television, magazines, newspapers, radio, podcasts and social media. This database was developed and used during the project’s funding period in 2020 – 2021, resulting in 641 news stories and more than 1 billion potential media impressions. The database and media center continue to be a valuable resource for journalists and recreational boating safety advocates.
RBFF Safe Boating Social Media Campaign
Graphics, photos and post content campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation.
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Boating Accidents and Fatalities in 2019, Ranked by State
Using statistics from the US Coast Guard, the National Safe Boating Council compiled a list of states, ranked by fatalities and accidents in 2019.
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ABYC Press Kit
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is a non-profit member organization that develops voluntary global safety standards for the design, construction, maintenance and repair of recreational boats.
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Sea Tow Foundation Quick Reference
Sea Tow Founda4on’s mission is to promote safe boating practices that directly reduce fatalities, injuries,
and property damage related to recreational boating.
VHF Marine Radio
A basic illustrated overview of the standard VHF marine radio, provided by Freedom Boat Club
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Handheld VHF Marine Radio
A basic illustrated overview of the handheld VHF marine radio, provided by Freedom Boat Club
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Understanding Tides
Tide is the alternate rising and falling of the sea due to the attraction of the moon and earth.
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How to Choose the Correct Children’s Life Jacket
Children’s life jackets come in all different sizes and styles, depending on the child’s body weight and comfort in the water. Here are some tips for helping choose what works best for your kids.
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First Mate Checklist
Does everyone on board have a life jacket that fits? Where are the fire extinguishers located? Do your lights and horn work? This resource is a great general boating safety checklist.
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Host a Life Jacket Loaner Station
Be a host for a Life Jacket loaner station with help from the Sea Tow Foundation
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ACA Safety Series
An informative series of 15 infographics, covering a range of important boating safety topics.
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Social Distancing When Boating
Enjoy your boat, the water and the fresh air; but enjoy it while boating responsibly.
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Spread Awareness About Safe Boating
This one-sheet outlines the different safe boating programs from the Sea Tow Foundation.
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Lightning Safety
Lightning is a serious concern when you’re out on the open water. Your best defense is preparedness!
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Defensive Boating
This infographic from the ACA Safety Series explains defensive boating, including visibility, bright colors, environment and knowing the rules of the road.
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Boat Capacity
The number of people allowed on a boat at any time is dictated by both the Coast Guard and the manufacturer specifications for each boat.
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MarineMax Boating Safety Advocacy Program
A multi-page presentation from MarineMax, showing various national boating safety and advocacy programs.
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People Enjoying Water Sports
Royalty-free images for media use, courtesy of Hyperlite/HO Skis, Malibu Boats, Nautique and other partners.
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