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Basic Boating Knowledge Standards - Public Review Period Open Through March 1, 2021

Basic Boating Knowledge Standards - Public Review Period Open Through March 1, 2021 National Boating Education Standards Panel Chair Amanda Perez announces the opening of a third Public Review period ...

Between the Waves Podcast: Oxygen - The Wonder Drug

Between the Waves Podcast Oxygen - The Wonder Drug, Episode 17 *This is a transcript of the "Oxygen - The Wonder Drug" episode of NASBLA's Podcast, Between the Waves, from January 25, 2021.  ...

Let’s Talk Fireboats

Let’s Talk Fireboats By Captain Pete Louzao As you may know, in 2020, the maritime environment has seen an increase in marine-related recreational and commercial mishaps. What do we do? Just what ...

NASBLA releases its 2020 Annual Report

NASBLA releases its 2020 Annual Report The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) , a national nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization that works to develop public policy for recreational ...

NASBLA recognizes Assistant Commander Cody Jones for service as Chairman

January 14, 2021 Colonel Chad Jones Law Enforcement Division Texas Parks and Wildlife Department 4200 Smith School Road Austin TX 78744 Dear Col. Jones, On behalf of the membership of the National Association ...

NASBLA recognizes the winner of the 2020 Dr. L. Daniel Maxim Award for Distinguished Service

NASBLA recognizes the winner of the 2020 Dr. L. Daniel Maxim Award for Distinguished Service *This is a transcript of the “ Pete Chisholm recognized as the winner of the 2020 Dr. L Daniel Maxim Award ...

Alex Otte named MADD National President

Alex Otte named MADD National President The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) is excited to announce that effective Jan. 1, 2021, Alex Otte was promoted to the National ...

Texas Parks and Wildlife Boater Education Moves to Law Enforcement, Kim Sorensen Hired as New Manager

Texas Parks and Wildlife Boater Education Moves to Law Enforcement, Kim Sorensen Hired as New Manager AUSTIN, TX – When long-time Boater Education Manager Tim Spice hung up his sun-shading hat ...

New Year Sale: 50% off Certified Recreational Boating Professional application fee

New Year Sale: 50% off Certified Recreational Boating Professional application fee To kick off 2021, NASBLA is offering a 50% discount on all   Certified Recreational Boating Professional (CRBP) ...

Cpl. Stacey Mosher recognized as the 2020 NASBLA Boating Safety Award Winner

Cpl. Stacey Mosher recognized as the 2020 NASBLA Boating Safety Award Winner *This is a transcript of the "NASBLA recognizes the 2020 Boating Safety Award winner " video from the virtual recognition ...

LT Derek Wallin Honored with NASBLA Chair Award

LT Derek Wallin Honored with NASBLA Chair Award On December 15, 2020, in Washington D.C., National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Chair Cody Jones presented its premiere Chair ...

Cold Weather Boating Safety Tips

Cold Weather Boating Safety Tips Sea Tow Foundation’s Reminder to Boaters During Colder Months SOUTHOLD, N.Y. – Did you know that your chances of dying from going overboard are five times greater ...

Over 1,100 first responders trained in 2020 by NASBLA BOAT Program

Over 1,100 first responders trained in 2020 by NASBLA BOAT Program As the end of 2020 quickly approaches, the NASBLA Boat Operations and Training (BOAT) Program reflects on some of the challenges ...

NASBLA names Aaron Meier the 2020 National Boating Educator of the Year

NASBLA names Aaron Meier the 2020 National Boating Educator of the Year *This is a transcript of the "NASBLA recognizes the 2020 National Educator of the Year " video from the virtual recognition ceremony ...

Cpl. John Bunting recognized as the 2020 NASBLA Southern Region & National Officer of the Year

Cpl. John Bunting recognized as the 2020 NASBLA Southern Region & National Officer of the Year *This is a transcript of the "NASBLA recognizes the 2020 National Officer of the Year " video from ...

Sgt. Jared Jones wins the 2020 NASBLA Western Region Officer of the Year award

Sgt. Jared Jones wins the 2020 NASBLA Western Region Officer of the Year award *This is a transcript of the "2020 Western Region Officer of the Year Winner Recognized" video from the virtual recognition ...

NASBLA recognizes the 2020 Southern Region Educator of the Year

NASBLA recognizes the 2020 Southern Region Educator of the Year *This is a transcript of the "NASBLA recognizes the 2020 Southern Region Educator of the Year" video from the virtual recognition ceremony ...

Werner recognized as the 2020 NASBLA Northern Region Educator of the Year

Werner recognized as the 2020 NASBLA Northern Region Educator of the Year *This is a transcript of the "2020 Northern Region Educator of the Year Winner Recognized" video from the virtual recognition ...

NASBLA recognizes the 2020 Northern Region Officer of the Year

NASBLA recognizes the 2020 Northern Region Officer of the Year *This is a transcript of the "2020 Northern Region Officer of the Year Winner Recognized" video from the virtual recognition ceremony ...

The Sea Tow Foundation Applications for Life Jacket Loaner Stations Now Open

The Sea Tow Foundation Applications for Life Jacket Loaner Stations Now Open Apply to Open a Life Jacket Loaner Station in Your Community SOUTHOLD, N.Y. – The  Sea Tow Foundation  – a nationwide ...