IMAGE COURTESY SEA TOW FOUNDATIONThe Sea Tow Foundation yesterday opened this year’s National Boating Safety Awards for entries. The awards program recognizes efforts to promote safe boating within the industry’s for-profit sector.
“Our mission at the Sea Tow Foundation is to provide access to education, tools and resources to eliminate preventable recreational boating accidents,” executive director Gail R. Kulp said in a statement. “The National Boating Safety Awards epitomize our ongoing commitment to fostering a safety-conscious boating culture by recognizing the remarkable achievements of businesses who make a profound impact on boating safety.”
Awards will be handed out in the following categories:
• Marine Manufacturer (boat and engine)
• Marine Gear/Equipment/Accessories Manufacturer
• Marine Media Outlets
• Marine Public Relations and Marketing Efforts
• Marine Retailer/Distributor with up to three locations
• Marine Retailer/Distributor with four or more locations
• Marine Social Media Influencer
• Marine Trade Association
• Community Boating/Boating Educational Programs (for-profit)
According to the statement, entrants can submit multiple applications for various initiatives. To be considered, safety efforts must have taken place from Jan. 1, 2022, through June 1, 2023. Applicants can enter efforts that have previously earned an award, but enhancements or new additions must be documented to ensure they took place during the given dates.
There is no cost to enter. The awards will be presented Oct. 2 during a Soundings Trade Only event in Tampa, Fla., prior to the start of IBEX.
Click here to enter.
