Free Resources

Free Resources
CHECK BACK MARCH 2012 to again order the campaign's FREE RESOURCES!


We bring you free resources through the North American Safe Boating Campaign. Free resources have been clearly identified with this separate product category. Our free resources do have quantity restrictions. These limitations help us ensure that an equitable amount of these resources are being distributed to as many organizations as possible throughout the annual campaign term. All products are subject to change in availability, while supplies last. Free resources, within quantity limits specified, are shipped free to you by courtesy of the U.S. Coast Guard grant.

5 Tons and No Brakes brochure
FREE! This brochure has practical suggestions for houseboat safety.
ACA Boating Safety Placards
The American Canoe Association (ACA) has four new waterproof placards available.
Almost a Perfect Day: Environmental Stressors
Almost a Perfect Day: Environmental Stressors - how will they affect your day on the water?
Best Practices for Paddlers and Paddlesport Programs brochure
FREE! Learn how to “dress for success” when paddling and the gear and supplies you will need.
Boat Handling Guide Decal<br>(English version)
FREE! This 4” x 6” decal can be placed on your boat and used as a quick reference guide for boat handling, including information on channel buoys, signaling and basic “Rules of the Road."
Boat Handling Guide Decal<br>(Spanish version)
FREE! This 4” x 6” decal (translated into Spanish) can be placed on your boat and used as a quick reference guide for boat handling, including information on channel buoys, signaling and basic “Rules of the Road.”
Choose to Boat Safely brochure
FREE! This brochure covers most aspects of safe boating in a refreshing positive outlook. It encourages the fun aspects of boating while covering the safety knowledge and items we all need reminded of.
Cold Water Survival brochure
FREE! This brochure discusses how to prevent, assess and treat hypothermia.
Federal Requirements and Safety Tips pamphlet
FREE! The U.S. Coast Guard produces this 50-page pamphlet containing information about Federal boating laws, equipment requirements, and safety recommendations for recreational vessels.
Global Marine Distress & Safety System for Recreational Boaters booklet
FREE! The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is an international system using advanced communication technology.
How to Choose the Right Life Jacket brochure
FREE! This full-color brochure offers information and photos about all of the different types of life jackets available for today’s boaters.
Life Jacket Safety Leader roll of stickers
FREE! These small round stickers are a great handout for kids at boat shows or safety events and can also be used in mailings or on envelopes as a colorful display of the life jacket message.
North American Safe Boating Campaign small poster
FREE! This full-color poster measures 11 x 17 inches and is to be used for display at marinas, parks, schools, stores and events. Please order quickly, supply is limited.
Paddler's Safety Checklist brochure
FREE! This brochure gives information on pre-trip planning, proper behavior and etiquette while paddling and discusses different water conditions.
Play It Safe on the Water handout
FREE! This small, laminated handout contains a variety of useful boating safety information on general water safety, hypothermia survival, safety equipment, water safety and alcohol, and important boating safety contact information.
Practices, Ethics and Conduct brochure
FREE! This brochure discusses basic safe paddling practices and the standards of conduct when paddling including proper environmental ethics.
River Paddler's Guide to Rescue brochure
FREE! Learn the essentials of river safety including preparation and prevention, shore-based rescues and boat-based rescues.
Rules of the Road brochure
FREE! Learn what paddlers need to know to make their paddling trip safe and enjoyable.
Safe Boating Tips for Anglers, Hunters and Campers booklet
FREE! The booklet covers safe boating tips for anglers, hunters and campers.
"Saved by the Signal" brochure
FREE! Find out if you are U. S. Coast Guard compliant. This brochure lists the U.S. Coast Guard’s visual distress signal requirements.
The 2nd USPS National Safe Boating Test/OUT OF STOCK
FREE! The 2nd USPS National Safe Boating Test is designed for testing boaters’ knowledge on topics important to the safe enjoyment of recreational boating.
Wear It! Silkscreened decal
FREE! The sticker is wonderful for getting the attention of young children or could be used in material sent to the press.
Wear It! Lifejackets Matter brochure
This brochure discusses the necessity of lifejacket wear and gives an overview of the different types of lifejackets available.
Wear Your Life Jacket brochure
FREE! This brochure is designed to educate recreational boaters about life jacket facts.