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NYS Park Officials Stress Safety During National Safe Boating Week
- Representatives from New York State Parks highlighted the importance of boating safety for all boaters during the annual observance held from May 17 to 23, 2025.
- This safety emphasis follows Brianna’s Law, which required safe boating certification for all motorized boat operators starting January 1, 2025.
- Randy Simons, serving as State Parks Commissioner Pro Tempore, emphasized that the Marine Services team is dedicated to preparing boaters and noted the important role Brianna’s Law plays in encouraging safe practices on the water.
- Simons emphasized that Brianna’s Law is essential for encouraging safe practices and protecting lives on New York’s waterways.
- These efforts aim to reduce boating incidents and increase awareness of safe, responsible operation on New York waterways during the 2025 boating season.
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National Safe Boating Week: How to stay safe on the James River and anywhere else
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- With warmer weather and sunny skies, more and more people are getting on the water. But it's important for you to do so safely. May 17 through May 23 is National Safe Boating Week, and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is sharing what supplies to have on deck to be as safe as possible. Safety supplies include Coast Guard approved life vests, a Coast Guard approved throwable device, working naviga…
The Record
The SaratogianRecreational boating season starts; Brianna’s Law in effect
NEW YORK — The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) begins its recreational boating season to coincide with National Safe Boating Week, the department announced in a press release. Brianna’s Law is now in full effect, the department said. As of Jan. 1, a safe boating certificate is required of all motorized boat operators, regardless of age, the release said. If you have yet to put your boat in the w…
There's no life jacket law, but police and safety advocates say 'there's really no excuse' not to wear them
May 17-23 marks Safe Boating Awareness Week in Canada. Ontario Provincial Police and water safety advocates are reminding people about the importance of wearing life jackets when on out on the water.
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Volunteer marine rescue unit urges boater safety ahead of 2025 season
The Port Colborne Marine Auxiliary Rescue (POCOMAR) unit is preparing to launch into another season of search and rescue operations on Lake Erie, and its volunteers are reminding boaters to wear life-jackets and stay safe on the water.
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