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Kids in lifejackets on the back of a boat, safe boating for Labor Day weekend concept.

Boating Tips for a Safe Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day weekend is a staple of boating season. Falling just a few weeks before the official end of summer, Labor Day weekend often serves as a "last hoorah" for many boaters. The three-day weekend is ideal for relaxing, unwinding, and enjoying The Great Outdoors!…

Adults wearing lifejackets in a boat, no boating under the inflluence concept.

Facts About Boating Under the Influence #NeverBUI

Boat-Ed strives to shine a spotlight on a significant safety issue that is sometimes taken lightly but can lead to very serious and, at times, deadly consequences: boating under the influence of alcohol. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, alcohol use is one of the leading known…

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Boat-Ed's 5 Safe Boating Tips for the July 4th Weekend

Did you know that historically, July has been the most dangerous month for boating accidents and fatalities? 2022 was no different, with 973 reported accidents during the month of July. Of those accidents, 105 were fatal. What can we infer from this? Well, it's pretty simple, actually.