RALEIGH, N.C. - s4story -- As boaters head into Memorial Day weekend and the official start of boating season, America's Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons and our clubs around the country will celebrate National Safe Boating Week from May 16–22, 2026. This awareness effort, spearheaded by the Safe Boating Campaign, promotes safe and responsible boating around the world.

America's Boating Club promotes recreational boating skills and safety through education, hands-on training, and civic service. Every year, our clubs host and participate in safe boating events for National Safe Boating Week, from vessel safety checks and life jacket demonstrations to proclamation signings with their community leaders.

Our clubs work tirelessly to educate the recreational boating public and encourage safe boating behaviors. Our dedicated instructors are highly trained and help teach fellow boaters the skills they need to feel more confident on the water. Students can take a course with America's Boating Club online or in-person with knowledgeable, experienced teachers.

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"As Chief Commander of America's Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons, I am proud of the thousands of volunteers in our local squadrons who work every day to make recreational boating safer," said Mike Wiedel. "During National Safe Boating Week, we renew our commitment to helping every boater return home safely while celebrating the fun, freedom, and fellowship that boating brings to families across our nation."

Chief Commander Mike Wiedel also reminds boaters that National Safe Boating Week is a great time to schedule a free vessel safety check with one of our many qualified vessel examiners.

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About America's Boating Club

America's Boating Club | United States Power Squadrons is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to boating safety and education while offering valuable social opportunities and benefits for our members. Our members are boaters and boating families who boat together, learn together, and contribute to their communities by promoting safe boating through education. Visit americasboatingclub.org.