National Safe Boating Week
National Safe Boating Week is scheduled each year in the first full week before Memorial Day weekend.
This is a national campaign held each year
at the beginning of the boating season to educate and remind new and
experienced boaters of the safety factors they should be aware of.
Much emphasis is placed on the proper fit and use of Life Jackets,
especially in locations where they are required for youths.
Vessel Safety Check
The Vessel Safety program helps to achieve voluntary compliance with recreational boating safety laws, particularly regarding the carrieage of safety equipment. It also heightens the boaters' awareness of safety issues through one on one contact by volunteer vessel examiners.This is NOT an official boarding for law enforcement purposes and no citations are given if boats do not meet all the requirements. The Vessel Examiner is a trained specialist and a member of the United States Power Squadron or the US Coast Guard Auxiliary.
The inspection is really quick and easy. Many trailerable boats can be inspected in ten minutes. All boaters will receive a copy of the evaluation form at the end of the inspection. Boats that meet the safety requirements will receive a current Vessel Safety Check decal to be displayed onboard.