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![Relive all the best moments from the #WSIAsummit or see what you missed and start making plans for next year, Feb. 28 – Mar. 1, 2019 back in Steamboat! WSIA […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Screen-Shot-2018-03-26-at-10.42.31-AM-36x36.jpg "Video: WSIA Summit Recap (2018)")
Video: WSIA Summit Recap (2018)
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![On February 28, the 2018 WSIA Summit concluded with the Leadership Awards, an annual ceremony that recognizes industry leaders and top performers for the year. With more than 200 attendees, […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/awards-36x36.jpg "2018 WSIA Leadership Awards")
2018 WSIA Leadership Awards
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![Over 200 industry professionals returned to Steamboat Springs, Colorado for the annual WSIA Summit on February 27-28 to collaborate and focus on topics including safety, risk management, advocacy and growing participation, to […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Summit18_Group4457_01_webfeature-36x36.jpg "2018 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos")
2018 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos
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Watersports Responsibility Code Poster
11 December 2017 8:00 AM | No Comments
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![On February 28, the 2018 WSIA Summit concluded with the Leadership Awards, an annual ceremony that recognizes industry leaders and top performers for the year. With more than 200 attendees, […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/awards-115x115.jpg "2018 WSIA Leadership Awards")
2018 WSIA Leadership Awards
Posted on March 6, 2018 | No CommentsOn February 28, the 2018 WSIA Summit concluded with the Leadership Awards, an annual ceremony that recognizes industry leaders and top performers for the year. With more than 200 attendees, […] -
![Over 200 industry professionals returned to Steamboat Springs, Colorado for the annual WSIA Summit on February 27-28 to collaborate and focus on topics including safety, risk management, advocacy and growing participation, to […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Summit18_Group4457_01_webfeature-115x115.jpg "2018 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos")
2018 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos
Posted on March 6, 2018 | No CommentsOver 200 industry professionals returned to Steamboat Springs, Colorado for the annual WSIA Summit on February 27-28 to collaborate and focus on topics including safety, risk management, advocacy and growing participation, to […] -
![#PassTheHandle is a movement that started four years ago as a way to inspire others to share their passion for towed water sports with new participants, and it has quickly […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/PTH_feature_MurrayPeace-115x115.jpg "Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle Day – December 10")
Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle Day – December 10
Posted on December 7, 2017 | No Comments#PassTheHandle is a movement that started four years ago as a way to inspire others to share their passion for towed water sports with new participants, and it has quickly […] -
![Over 200 parasail industry leaders gathered in Ruskin, Florida on November 1-2 to learn, collaborate and share best practices at the seventh annual Parasail Operators Symposium hosted by the Water […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Aslanian_WSIA2017_0868-115x115.jpg "2017 Parasail Operators Symposium Recap & Photos")
2017 Parasail Operators Symposium Recap & Photos
Posted on November 10, 2017 | No CommentsOver 200 parasail industry leaders gathered in Ruskin, Florida on November 1-2 to learn, collaborate and share best practices at the seventh annual Parasail Operators Symposium hosted by the Water […] -
![In recognition of Lake Cleanup Month (#LakeLove), pro wakeboarders living in Orlando on Lake Jessamine cleaned the shorelines on October 18 in an effort to improve the quality of […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/G0031309-115x115.jpg "Mike Dowdy & Meagan Ethell Team Up With WSIA For Lake Cleanup Month")
Mike Dowdy & Meagan Ethell Team Up With WSIA For Lake Cleanup Month
Posted on October 19, 2017 | No CommentsIn recognition of Lake Cleanup Month (#LakeLove), pro wakeboarders living in Orlando on Lake Jessamine cleaned the shorelines on October 18 in an effort to improve the quality of […] -
![Press Release: W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., June 12, 2017– ASTM International’s committee on amusement rides and devices (F24) has updated its standard on parasailing in efforts to continually enhance safety in […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Aslanian_POS2016_0427-1-115x115.jpg "Revised ASTM International Standard Continues to Support Parasailing Safety")
Revised ASTM International Standard Continues to Support Parasailing Safety
Posted on August 29, 2017 | No CommentsPress Release: W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., June 12, 2017– ASTM International’s committee on amusement rides and devices (F24) has updated its standard on parasailing in efforts to continually enhance safety in […] -
![The Wakeboarding Hall of Fame board of directors recently elected Mike Weddington be the nonprofit’s second president. “Mike is bringing a lot of fresh new ideas and a ton of […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/WBHoF-logo-color-115x115.jpeg "Wakeboarding Hall Of Fame Names Weddington President")
Wakeboarding Hall Of Fame Names Weddington President
Posted on August 8, 2017 | No CommentsThe Wakeboarding Hall of Fame board of directors recently elected Mike Weddington be the nonprofit’s second president. “Mike is bringing a lot of fresh new ideas and a ton of […] -
![In an effort to proactively educate drivers on courteous boating behavior, the World Wake Association is currently promoting WSIA’s Wake Responsibly campaign to help minimize conflicts on waterways between homeowners […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/WWA_WebFeature_01-115x115.jpg "WWA Promoting “Wake Responsibly” Campaign")
WWA Promoting “Wake Responsibly” Campaign
Posted on August 7, 2017 | No CommentsIn an effort to proactively educate drivers on courteous boating behavior, the World Wake Association is currently promoting WSIA’s Wake Responsibly campaign to help minimize conflicts on waterways between homeowners […] -
![Our social-sphere was buzzing last weekend, surrounding WSIA’s #PassTheHandle Day on Sunday, July 23. Founded by water sport legends Zane Schwenk and Shaun Murray, this project, designed to cultivate first-time […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/PTH_Feature2017_recap_01-115x115.jpg "2017 #PassTheHandle Day Grows To New Heights")
2017 #PassTheHandle Day Grows To New Heights
Posted on July 24, 2017 | No CommentsOur social-sphere was buzzing last weekend, surrounding WSIA’s #PassTheHandle Day on Sunday, July 23. Founded by water sport legends Zane Schwenk and Shaun Murray, this project, designed to cultivate first-time […] -
![With play-by-play commentary, learn how to make the right moves to keep homeowners off your back and allow you to enjoy wake sports for years to come. WSIA Driver’s Etiquette: […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/drivers-etiquette-the-wake-zone-115x115.jpg "WSIA Driver’s Etiquette: “The Wake Zone” (2017)")
WSIA Driver’s Etiquette: “The Wake Zone” (2017)
Posted on April 20, 2017 | No CommentsWith play-by-play commentary, learn how to make the right moves to keep homeowners off your back and allow you to enjoy wake sports for years to come. WSIA Driver’s Etiquette: […] -
![8″ x 5″ Handout/Postcard (click for larger version) CLICK HERE FOR HI RES PRINT-READY PDF FILE (8″ x 5″) To add your own custom image, contact info@wsia.net Other Wake […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/WSIA_ProductCard-8x5_v2_07-115x115.jpg "Wake Responsibly: WSIA Handout, Signs and Downloads")
Wake Responsibly: WSIA Handout, Signs and Downloads
Posted on April 19, 2017 | No Comments8″ x 5″ Handout/Postcard (click for larger version) CLICK HERE FOR HI RES PRINT-READY PDF FILE (8″ x 5″) To add your own custom image, contact info@wsia.net Other Wake […] -
![Nearly 200 top professionals returned to Steamboat Springs, Colorado for the annual WSIA Summit on March 2-3 to collaborate, share best practices and navigate through key issues to preserve the […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Summit17_GeneralAssembly_640x350-115x115.jpg "2017 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos")
2017 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos
Posted on March 7, 2017 | No CommentsNearly 200 top professionals returned to Steamboat Springs, Colorado for the annual WSIA Summit on March 2-3 to collaborate, share best practices and navigate through key issues to preserve the […] -
![Kevin Michael reflects on his first year in charge, as well as the industry and wakeboarding. See what Shaun Murray has to say about his approach. Article starts on page […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/WSIA_KevinArticle_BoatingWorld-115x115.jpg "Boating World Interview With WSIA Executive Director")
Boating World Interview With WSIA Executive Director
Posted on February 21, 2017 | No CommentsKevin Michael reflects on his first year in charge, as well as the industry and wakeboarding. See what Shaun Murray has to say about his approach. Article starts on page […] -
![With a worldwide mission to inspire new participants to experience the feeling of gliding across the water, the first-ever Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle day launched on December 11, 2016. Founded […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/PTH_feature_BoyTrainers-115x115.jpg "Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle")
Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle
Posted on January 24, 2017 | No CommentsWith a worldwide mission to inspire new participants to experience the feeling of gliding across the water, the first-ever Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle day launched on December 11, 2016. Founded […] -
![Over the past 10 years, there have been a total of 68 parasailing-related injuries and 10 deaths. However, since 2013, the industry has seen a remarkable reduction in the number […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Aslanian_POS2016_0452-1-115x115.jpg "WSIA Recognized As “Game Changer” For Parasail Safety")
WSIA Recognized As “Game Changer” For Parasail Safety
Posted on January 12, 2017 | No CommentsOver the past 10 years, there have been a total of 68 parasailing-related injuries and 10 deaths. However, since 2013, the industry has seen a remarkable reduction in the number […] -
2016 Parasail Operators Symposium Recap & Photos
Posted on December 15, 2016 | No CommentsMatching record attendance, the Parasail Operators Symposium evolved with special program additions and a new venue in November of 2016. Hosted by the WSIA, this one-of-its-kind event gathers operators from […] -
![In October, LakeLove.net announced the second in a series of lake cleanup efforts. This new, worldwide initiative is available for anyone to take part in, with obvious benefits for […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Cleanup_Standup_2016-115x115.jpg "WSIA Participates In Lake Cleanup Month")
WSIA Participates In Lake Cleanup Month
Posted on December 6, 2016 | No CommentsIn October, LakeLove.net announced the second in a series of lake cleanup efforts. This new, worldwide initiative is available for anyone to take part in, with obvious benefits for […] -
![WSIA’s annual Charity Auction set a new record at Surf Expo in September, raising nearly $11,000 in funds to benefit three recipients: Brad Smeele, Matt Manzari and Wake The World. […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/WSIA_Auction2016_FeaturedImage_02-115x115.jpg "2016 WSIA Charity Auction Recap")
2016 WSIA Charity Auction Recap
Posted on November 17, 2016 | No CommentsWSIA’s annual Charity Auction set a new record at Surf Expo in September, raising nearly $11,000 in funds to benefit three recipients: Brad Smeele, Matt Manzari and Wake The World. […] -
![New Participants Of Towed Water Sports To Become Social Media Stars With a mission to share the passion for towed water sports worldwide, the third annual #PassTheHandle day will take […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Pass_The_Handle_Final_Logo_Master-2-115x115.jpg "#PassTheHandle Day Set For Sunday, July 24")
#PassTheHandle Day Set For Sunday, July 24
Posted on July 18, 2016 | No CommentsNew Participants Of Towed Water Sports To Become Social Media Stars With a mission to share the passion for towed water sports worldwide, the third annual #PassTheHandle day will take […] -
Survey of Sales 2015
Posted on July 18, 2016 | No CommentsThe 2015 Survey of Sales is now available to all active WSIA members. Contact us for help with the download.