Video: Underwater After an Accident

Underwater After an Accident: A Safety Reminder

This video provides a sobering underwater view following a boating accident, highlighting the potential dangers beneath the surface. Ideal for safety education and awareness campaigns, this footage underscores the importance of wearing life jackets, following boating regulations, and maintaining vigilance on the water. Use this video to emphasize the critical need for preparedness and responsible behavior to prevent accidents and ensure safety for all.

A unique point-of-view perspective of a sinking boater that was not wearing a life jacket at the time of an accident.

Level 50 Buoyancy Aid Education Materials

As boaters begin to prepare for the 4th of July holiday, thousands of law enforcement officers across the United States will be on heightened alert looking for those violating boating under the influence laws. These materials can be customized to reflect the efforts that your agency is making over the Operation Dry Water weekend.

Royalty-free image - A smiling young child wearing an orange life jacket is outdoors near water. Text on the image reads “2024 Recreational Boating Statistics,” published by the U.S. Coast Guard in July 2025.

Recreational Boating Statistics 2024

An annual compilation of recreational boating statistics in the United States, compiled by the U.S. Coast Guard using data supplied by the U.S. states and territories.

Recreational Boating Statistics 2023