Boating Should Be Fun And Safe!
Did You Know?
In 2023 alone, the Coast Guard reported 3,844 boating accidents, resulting in 564 lives lost, 2,126 injuries, and over $63 million in property damage.
The most heartbreaking part? Most of these tragedies were preventable.
- 75% of boating fatalities were due to drowning—and 87% of those who drowned weren’t wearing a life jacket.
- 145 accidents involved someone striking a boat’s propeller, causing 23 deaths and 133 injuries.
- Where length was known, 4 of every 5 boaters who drowned were using vessels less than 21 feet in length.
Every one of these numbers represents a life forever changed. Boating safety isn’t just a recommendation—it’s a responsibility.
Stay aware. Stay prepared. Stay safe.
The death toll from boating accidents ranks second among deaths in all modes of transportation.
Open motorboats are involved in half of the fatalities recorded.
There are too many boating accidents every year; our goal is to help reduce that number by providing access to Lifecords, Prop Guards, and Lifejackets for Sailing Organizations, coaches, recreational and personal use, and more!