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2017 #PassTheHandle Day Grows To New Heights

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 […]

#PassTheHandle July 23, 2017: How To Get Involved

With a worldwide mission to share the towed water sports experience with new participants, the fourth annual #PassTheHandle initiative is scheduled for July 23, 2017 (add to calendar). Four years […]

WSIA Driver’s Etiquette: “The Wake Zone” (2017)

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: […]

Wake Responsibly: WSIA Handout & Product Insert (2017)

(click for larger version) CLICK HERE FOR HI RES PRINT-READY PDF FILE To add your own custom image, contact info@wsia.net

2017 WSIA Summit Recap Video

Check out the highlight video of the 2017 WSIA Summit produced by Emily Dale.

2017 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos

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 […]

Boating World Interview With WSIA Executive Director

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 […]

Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle

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 […]

WSIA Recognized As “Game Changer” For Parasail Safety

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 […]

2016 Parasail Operators Symposium Recap & Photos

Matching 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 […]

WSIA Participates In Lake Cleanup Month

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 […]

Survey of Sales 2015

The 2015 Survey of Sales is now available to all active WSIA members. Contact us for help with the download.

Product Warning Labels

Newly updated product warning labels are now available. A username and password is required to download the label graphic files. Please contact info@wsia.net for more information.

WSIA Captain’s Etiquette Video (2016)

With boating safety being more important than ever, driver’s etiquette is of equal importance, so we can continue to enjoy our activities long into the future. Learn how to drive […]

Latest Updates

0August 18, 2017
2017 Surf Expo Committee Meeting Schedule

ROOM: S230B THURSDAY, SEPT. 7 Camps & Schools: 1:30 p.m. Wake Parks: 3:00 p.m. Towboats: 4:30 p.m. (Wake Awards doors open: 6 p.m.) FRIDAY, SEPT. 8 Inflatables + Warning Labels: 8:30-10:00 […]
0August 8, 2017
Wakeboarding Hall Of Fame Names Weddington President

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 […]
0August 8, 2017
Registration – Parasail Operators Symposium 2017

Register for the Parasail Operators Symposium in Ruskin, FL on November 1-3, 2017.
0August 7, 2017
Hotel Booking – Parasail Operators Symposium 2017

Book your hotel for the Parasail Operators Symposium, in Ruskin, FL on November 1-3, 2017.
0August 7, 2017
WWA Promoting “Wake Responsibly” Campaign

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 […]
0July 24, 2017
2017 #PassTheHandle Day Grows To New Heights

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 […]
0July 20, 2017
Parasail Operators Symposium 2017

Mark your calendar for November 1-3, 2017 for the annual WSIA Parasail Operators Symposium. This year’s event will be held at the Little Harbor Resort in Ruskin, FL.
0July 11, 2017
State Boating Law Administrator contact list

Have a specific question about boating in your state? Boating safety contacts for each state are available on individual state pages. Click on your state to find the boating law administrator and others involved in boating safety education, law enforcement, numbering & titling and other boating program areas.
0July 6, 2017
#PassTheHandle July 23, 2017: How To Get Involved

With a worldwide mission to share the towed water sports experience with new participants, the fourth annual #PassTheHandle initiative is scheduled for July 23, 2017 (add to calendar). Four years […]

Water Sports INSIDER

0March 7, 2017
2017 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos

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 […]
0February 21, 2017
Boating World Interview With WSIA Executive Director

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 […]
0January 24, 2017
Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle

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 […]
0December 15, 2016
2016 Parasail Operators Symposium Recap & Photos

Matching 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 […]
0December 6, 2016
Wakeskating Featured On LG TV OLED 4K Demo

Check out clips of pro wakeskaters Nick Taylor and Ben Horan on the LG OLED TV 4K demo reel in stores now including Best Buy.
0December 6, 2016
WSIA Participates In Lake Cleanup Month

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 […]