Marine Safety Office New Orleans

U.S. Coast Guard

Press Release

Date: May 20, 2005

Contact: PO Joshua Fahrenholt-Hunt
(504) 589-4242 X265

COAST GUARD KICKS OFF NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK

NEW ORLEANS - The U. S. Coast Guard is scheduled to kick off the annual National Safe Boating Week event at the Kenner boat launch Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The public is invited to watch boating related demonstrations by local law enforcement agencies including: a mock pursuit of a BUI suspect on a jet ski; a collision and rescue; and a smoke bomb demonstration.

National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 21-27, has traditionally marked the start of the North American Safe Boating Campaign. This years slogan, "Boat Smart. Boat Safe. Wear It." reflects the campaign's emphasis on the importance of wearing lifejackets.

The Sea Partners, an environmental awareness and outreach program created to provide school children with information about protecting the marine environment will have a booth at the event. America's Waterway Watch, an outreach program designed to urge Americans who live, work, or recreate on or near the water to be aware of any suspicious activity that might indicate threats to our homeland will also be in attendance.

Click here for more information about boating safety.

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