Life Jacket Loaner Program Sites

Now accepting applications for new Life Jacket Loaner Program Sites. The easiest way to ensure a child's safety on the water is to make sure they wear a life jacket that fits. But children's growth spurts or last minute changes to the roster of invited guests do not always make that easy. That is where you come in! Do you know a marina or local waterfront business that could be a part of the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water's Life Jacket Loaner Program?To apply to become a Life Jacket Loaner Program site, for more information on the program or on the life jackets laws in your state, please visit www.BoatUS.com/Foundation/LJLP.To apply to become a Life Jacket Loaner Program site, for more information on the program or on the life jackets laws in your state, please visit www.BoatUS.com/Foundation/LJLP.

Brunswick-McCoy- National

McCoy’s story underscored one of the main points of his presentation. He pointed to such acts of sharing and camaraderie as among the best ways to expand boating to attract new boaters, by allowing people to experience the joy of boating firsthand. In short, McCoy urged delegates to take someone aboard their boat the next time they are on the water; especially a youth, to plant the water seed at an early age. 


Brunswick has long been in the forefront of supporting boater education. For example, Veronica Floyd, Brunswick’s legislative consultant, has played a major role in promoting and advancing efforts in this area by the National Safe Boating Council, with the U.S. Coast Guard, to promote the WEAR IT! campaign. This ongoing effort encourages all who participate in activities on the water to be safe and responsible. It includes wearing a life jacket, always being alert and aware while operating any type of vessel, taking an approved boater education course and being informed on what to do in case of an accident.

Further, Brunswick has advocated that adults and children should be educated about life jackets. Indeed, while Brunswick has long believed that adult boaters can best determine if their boating situation warrants the use of a life jacket, the company does back mandatory usage in certain situations. For example, Brunswick has supported state and federal mandates requiring children aged 12 and under to wear life jackets while on board and on deck a vessel that is underway. The company also supports mandated life jacket usage for those riding personal watercraft, due to the unique nature of that boating experience.


http://usps-news.blogspot.com/2011_02_01_archive.html#5240467375999592348

Safe Boating Week Part 1- Vero Beach

General - As you know we now have a NEW Bulletin Board as you come in the building on the porch. I have taken the liberty of posting some data regarding Safe Boating Week. I would like to use this board to post details about the event and also meet with folks who are interested at the FNS. It should be a little quieter outside.

BLOG – I have created a blogspot (Vero Beach Safe Boating Week-vbsbw) that I will be using to keep all details, notes, pictures, the plan , the members involved, the schedule and so on……http://vbsbw.blogspot.com/

Announcements - Next week I will post a sign up sheet to get people involved. I would like for Judy to talk up Safe Boating Week when she makes announcements at the FNS, henceforth. I also plan to talk about it at every Executive Meeting and naturally at the General Meetings, until the event.

The Big Day - Don Helm and I have talked briefly and we think we should make Saturday May 21, 2011 the big event day with the squadron et al. Don will be doing hamburgers and hot dogs for the participants( volunteers that help with the events) and will need help working the grill.

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PRO

http://www.myvirtualpaper.com/doc/ClassicYacht/USPSPROLOG80509/2009092102/#10

The Big Guy

http://www.myvirtualpaper.com/doc/ClassicYacht/USPSPROLOG80509/2009092102/#88

Coast Guard Safety thru PROLOG

http://www.myvirtualpaper.com/doc/ClassicYacht/USPSPROLOG80509/2009092102/#82

Inflatable Life jackets - Government property

http://www.usps.org/national/vsc/jackets_distrib.html

Inflatable Life jackets were shipped

all squadrons in 2008

These jackets currently remain Government property and We

are required to report our inventory of these jackets to the

 Coast Guard each year.

The files below list the distributed

numbers of jackets by District and with a

District by Squadron.

Safety Committee Vision

Safety Committee

Vision: 

Safe, Fun & Responsible Recreational Boating

   

The VSC Program helps to achieve voluntary compliance with federal and state recreational boating safety laws, particularly with regard to the carriage of safety equipment while raising boater awareness about safety and environmental issues through voluntary contact by a Vessel Examiner (VE). VE discussions with recreational boaters is designed to motivate maintaining and operating their boats in a safe manner, taking boating safety courses to increase their knowledge and skills in boating, and promoting safe boating. 

Safety Committee (VSC & RBS)

http://www.usps.org/national/safety/

Vision:     Safe, Fun &  Responsible Recreational Boating

Mission:

Minimize the loss of life, personal injury, property damage and environmental impact while maximizing the safe use and enjoyment of U.S. waterways by recreational boaters. The Safety process is one of “prevention through education, outreach and volunteer compliance” helping recreational boaters to gain a respect for the boating environment. The Safety Committee pursues their mission aggressively through the Vessels Safety Check (VSC) program and cooperation with government and industry partners in promoting safety related initiatives

Sailangle

http://www.sailangle.com/member

Strategic Plan

In process

Ready set Inflate

http://www.readysetinflate.com/

http://www.readysetinflate.com/usa/index.html

http://www.readysetinflate.com/usa/videos/various_videos/

http://www.readysetinflate.com/usa/about_lifejackets/

Boating Education Vero Beach

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Boating-Education-Vero-Beach/185639358113430

Pledge to "WEAR IT!"

Pledge to "WEAR IT!"

A pledge the public can live with.Use this handy, downloadable pdf file in conjnction with your event life jacket giveaways. The total size is 8.5" x 11" when folded in half. The file also has form fields for easy, on computer processing. Not only does the pledge underscore an obligation by the recipent, but it also serves to be a useful promotional tool. To download the pdf, click on the thumbnail image below.

BOATING FATALITIES 1991-2009

http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/statistics.htm

We did it then we can do it again!

Youth Sailing Foundation - Pope

Captain Chris - Caldwell

Captain Chris will be engaged elsewhere and is not able to participate . Scully 2/2/11

National Safe Boating Week (May 21–27, 2011)

http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/iwelcome.htm


WEAR IT!
Welcome to the 2011 North American Safe Boating Campaign!  As National Safe Boating Week (May 21–27, 2011) and the season approaches, we are preparing for another campaign to spread the message of safe and responsible boating.  This year, we will continue to educate the boating community about life jacket wear and the options that are available when it comes to comfortable and lightweight life jackets (Life Jacket Information).  We are also working closely with our partner organizations to create a larger grassroots network and create a more consistent campaign message.  We are hoping these collaborative efforts will increase awareness about the importance of always wearing life jackets while on the water.

Education Officer - Ebstein

Safety Officer -Helm

Vessel Safety Checks -Kruiten

City of Vero Beach - Scully

West Marine - TBD

Environmental Learning Center - Carlin

Sheriffs Marine Division -Spilman

Jackets, PFDs, Life jackets

Bobs Bridge Walk 2011 Safe Boating Week

Team VBPS,

I have drafted a game plan for the VBPS Safe Boating Week on the white board at the VBPS. The info I got this morning is directly in line with the proposed plan and I would like support making this happen so we can get that $4000 carrot being offered up for grabs. Application deadline is April 1 but I would like to recommend we get our in early. That said I would propose those interested meet at the VBPS building to brainstorm, define objectives, lay out a timeline and assign individuals tasks to complete.  

Regards,

Bob Scully XO 

Safe Boating Week Planning

Not sure how we do this but would like to suggest that we consider a FUND Raiser, or some external event,  to help supplement the VBPS budget shortfall. All ideas are encouraged. I am recommending that this effort falls with the NEW MEMBERS.

The seasoned members are going after the grant dollars and I will be happy to head up that effort. My focus will be for the VBPS Safe Boating Week Program (May 21–27, 2011). Some of my thoughts were written on the white board at the VBPS, last week. Some of you may have read it at our Poker Run Lunch. I propose we get a planning team to assist Don Helm and I  to make this a "VBPS Grand Affair" by Vero's Finest.  

Regards,

Bob Scully 

http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/iwelcome.htm

http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/

Grassroots Grants Program Makes Big Changes for 2011

Vero Beach Power Squadron 

Grassroots Grants Program Makes Big Changes for 2011 - Do you work with a boating group or nonprofit that has an innovative or new way to reach boaters on safety or environmental topics of concern in your area? Apply for funding!

Safe Kids Greater Toledo of Toledo, OH used grant funds to produce an ad campaign containing boating safety messages and boating safety course availability that were shown on local movie theater screens.

The BoatUS Foundation Grassroots Grants Program, which provides funding for local projects that educate boaters on boating safety and clean boating topics, is now accepting applications for the 2011 cycle. Traditional boating organizations as well as local groups, clubs, school and college nonprofit organizations are eligible for grants for up to $4,000.

The application deadline is April 1.

Interested groups may apply at www.BoatUS.com/Foundation/Grants and a total of $50,000 is available for the 2011 Grassroots Grant cycle. This year, applicants are encouraged to upload photos and videos showcasing their proposed project ideas or anything else that will convey their vision.

Don't have a project idea? We still need your help! In the Spring, the best grant proposals will be posted online for the boating public to vote on. You decide who receives funding. Follow us on Facebook -www.Facebook.com/BoatUSFoundation to be the first to know when voting begins.

January 29 at 5:11

VBPS Safe Boating Week Planning

Team VBPS,

I have drafted a game plan for the VBPS Safe Boating Week on the white board at the VBPS. The info I got this morning is directly in line with the proposed plan and I would like support making this happen so we can get that $4000 carrot being offered up for grabs. Application deadline is April 1 but I would like to recommend we get our in early. That said I would propose those interested meet at the VBPS building to brainstorm, define objectives, lay out a timeline and assign individuals tasks to complete. Regards,Bob Scully XO