Since many states have a minimum length required for our free boating safety course, you'll need to spend at least 4 hours with the material. There's no maximum time limit. You can take as much time as you need, at your own pace! Most students complete their course in 4-8 hours.

Test your boating knowledge! #boating #boatingquestion #boatingsafety #boatingsafetycourse #freeonline #boatusfoundation

Merry Christmas- From all of us at the BoatUS Foundation!

This year end we wish to recognize you for making a difference. Our programs benefit from your generosity, making our waterways safer and more enjoyable for all. Donations today help make boating better tomorrow! boatusfoundation.givingfuel.com/2023-eoy-givin…

...and Counting! It is boaters like YOU who help make boating safer and more enjoyable for all. Thank YOU! As a thank you for making a year-end gift, all donations of $25 or more will receive a free BoatUS Hat! Support Safe Boating >>spr.ly/6012RdW4K<<

Today is the last day to make a year-end gift to support safe boating and receive a gift! It is with great respect and gratitude for our supporters that we are making this offer, and we wish to recognize you for making a difference! Your Gift is Waiting >> spr.ly/6013RdUpt

From all of us at the BoatUS Foundation-- Happy New Year!

Uncover the chilling truth about cold water immersion. Prevention is key! boatus.com/expert-advice/…

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Do you have a Throw Bag on your boat? Do you know how to use it? boatus.com/expert-advice/…

What 220,000 boaters got wrong last year: Test your boating knowledge this winter by taking one of our online boating courses! boatus.com/news-room/rele…

Cold water immersion is almost always the result of a capsize or swamping of, or fall overboard from, a boat under 26 feet. With that in mind...here are some tips to keep you safe.

We tested five MOB wearables — wireless safety devices that detect and alert when someone falls overboard — and came away with useful observations on their value. Here's what we found! boatus.com/expert-advice/…

Several of our on-water training locations have their 2024 training dates LIVE! Sign up for a class, learn essential boating skills, and make waves on the water. Embark on a new adventure this year >>boatus.org/on-water<<

Falling into cold water is more than just an inconvenience, it's downright dangerous. Experts have described what happens to the body when immersed in cold water and have summarized the features and characteristics into four distinct stages.

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BoatUS Foundation had the honor to sponsor and attend the International Boating and Water Safety Summit this week. It has been a great week with a lot of discussion on boating safety! #IBWSS24

We hope everyone has a great, safe Memorial Day on the water. Please take a moment this holiday to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Last call: August 12 deadline to apply for our grant to clean up hazardous abandoned, derelict Vessels in your community. Supported by the NOAA Marine Debris Program, grant funding is provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law bit.ly/4bZSm0G

Being certified to rent a boat costs only $8.99! Take a test that provides a 90-day temporary certificate upon successful completion for boaters visiting Florida. boatus.org/fl-temp