Safe Boating Campaign

Tomorrow is National Go Fishing Day! 🎣 🐠 🚤 👏

Grab your rod and reel, some bait, and go fishing! Whether it's your favorite river or lake, or out on the ocean, from the shore or from a watercraft, drop a line in the water and see what you can catch. Bring a friend or teach someone else how to reel them in.

Share your whopper using on social media. Don't forget to share it with your co-workers stuck back at the office - and wear your life jacket! 🧡

Learn more at https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/national-go-fishing-day-june-18/

Safe boating works best when it is built together! Share your experience, help strengthen the campaign, and be part of creating safer days on the water for everyone.

Take the 2026 Boating Participation Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026-Boating-Participation-Survey

Bonus: After completing the survey, you will be entered for a chance to win boating swag from the campaign!

Today is National Marina Day! National Marina Day brings people together where so many boating adventures begin. It is a day to celebrate the dock teams, boating community, waterfront visitors, and everyday explorers who make marinas welcoming places to learn, gather, and get ready for time on the water.

Adventure starts at the marina. Safety starts with you.

Learn more at https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/national-marina-day/

Your time on the water helps shape the future of safer boating.

The Safe Boating Campaign is asking boaters to take a few minutes to share how they boat, what safety habits matter most to them, and where we can do better. Your feedback helps us better understand real boater behavior so we can adjust our outreach, resources, and messaging to meet boaters where they are.

Safe boating works best when it is built together. Share your experience, help strengthen the campaign, and be part of creating safer days on the water for everyone.

Take the 2026 Boating Participation Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026-Boating-Participation-Survey

Bonus: After completing the survey, you will be entered for a chance to win boating swag from the campaign!

Boaters, start your adventure off right! Earn your boating safety card! Let's make this the safest summer yet. ☀️

https://recademics.com/boating/partners/nsbc/boater-safety-courses

National Safe Boating Council

June’s boating safety theme is all about water sports and rental boat safety.

Before you head out tubing, skiing, or wakeboarding, make sure everyone on board knows the basic hand signals. Clear communication helps keep the fun going and keeps everyone safe on the water.

Review common water sports hand signals before your next ride:
https://www.boaterexam.com/safety/safety-common-hand-signals/

CO anglers - this weekend, fish for free! 🐟🙌

Experience world-class fishing in Colorado for free, June 6-7 Fish for free June 6-7, 2026 and experience why people get hooked on fishing in Colorado.

National Fishing and Boating Week is June 6-14! Make sure you’re with these tips:

🎣 Wear a life jacket every time you’re on the water. A properly fitted life jacket is the most effective way to stay safe while boating or fishing.
⚡️Check weather conditions before you go. Sudden storms, high winds, and changing water conditions can quickly create hazardous situations.
🚤 Keep safety equipment on board and accessible. Carry essentials such as a first-aid kit, whistle, fire extinguisher, and emergency communication device.
💧Stay alert and boat sober. Operating a boat requires the same attention and responsibility as driving a vehicle.
💬 Let someone know your plans. Share your destination, expected return time, and who is with you before heading out on the water.
🐟 Practice safe fishing. Handle hooks, knives, and fishing gear carefully, and keep a safe distance from other anglers and boaters.

Enjoy the outdoors responsibly by wearing a life jacket, checking the weather, carrying essential safety gear, and staying alert on the water. A few simple precautions can help ensure a fun and safe experience for everyone.

National Safe Boating Council | Onyx Outdoor Gear

☀️ Adventure Ready starts before you leave the dock.

Planning to rent a boat this summer? A little preparation can make a big difference on the water.

Before you head out:

⚓ Research your destination and learn about local conditions including tides, currents, and weather.

⚓ Get familiar with the boat’s safety equipment before departing. Know where to find the VHF radio, flares, horn, and other emergency gear.

⚓️ Always wear a life jacket! 🧡

⚓ Review the rental agreement and safety rules so you understand your responsibilities and any local requirements.

⚓ Follow navigation rules and practice courteous boating to help keep everyone safe on the water. Learn the rules of the road on the water at www.boatoncourse.com.

⚓ Know before you go. Local knowledge can help you avoid unexpected hazards and make the most of your adventure.

Pursue adventure this summer. Make memories that last. Enjoy every moment on the water. And make safety part of the journey.