Waterway Safety Information Links
American Canoe Association
www.acanet.org
National Safe Boating Council
www.safeboatingcouncil.org
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the National Safe Boating Council, Inc., foremost coalition for the advancement and promotion of safe boating, is to enhance the safety of the recreational boating experience through education and outreach.
Be part of America’s Waterway Watch program by reporting any suspension activity in and around the waterways. Dial 911 or 877-24WATCH to report any suspension activities. For more information on America’s Waterway Watch program visit www.americaswaterwaywatch.com.
The Wilderness Medicine Institute of NOLS
www.nols.edu/wmi or 866.831.9001
About WMI
When 9-1-1 is not an option, the rules change...plain and simple! For 15 years the Wilderness Medicine Institute has defined the standards in wilderness medicine training. We offer a wide range of course and certification opportunities tailored to meet your needs.
Mission
The Wilderness Medicine Institute's goal is to provide the highest quality education and information for the recognition, treatment, and prevention of wilderness emergencies.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
www.cgaux.org
MISSION STATEMENT
The overarching mission of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is to contribute to the safety and security of our citizens, ports, waterways and coastal regions. We will balance our missions of Recreational Boating Safety and Coast Guard Support with Maritime Homeland Security and other challenges that emerge as a result of our growing understanding of changes required in the post-9/11 era.
U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety
www.uscgboating.org
Learn how to prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities while boating. Review safety tips, news, recalls, defects, and laws and regulations you should know.
United State Power Squadrons
www.usps.org
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of United States Power Squadrons is to promote recreational boating safety through education and civic activities while providing fellowship for our members.