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WSIA Elects Robert Oswell As New President

During the September meetings of the WSIA, the board of directors unanimously approved the election of Robert Oswell to president.

2020 Charity Auction Recap

The 2020 WSIA Charity Auction was yet again a great success this year, raising a new record amount of $18,000.

Wake Responsibly: WSIA Handout, Signs and Downloads

Download the art files and graphics for the Wake Responsibly campaign. There are Master Files, Print PDFs and JPGs for web use. Email info@wsia.net with any questions.

Summit 2021

Mark your calendars for Tuesday-Wednesday, February 23-24th, 2021, for the annual WSIA SUMMIT event at the Squaw Creek Resort in Tahoe, California.

How to Access ASTM Standards for Parasail Operations

All WSIA members are required to operate according to ASTM standards. Learn about your options.

COVID-19 Warning Sign

The WSIA has created a set of COVID-19 warning signs to help protect your business. Your annual member username and password are required to download these files. Warning Signs There […]

Parasail COVID-19 Warning Sign and Sticker

The WSIA has created a set of COVID-19 warning signs and notice stickers to help protect your business. Your annual member username and password are required to download these files. […]

WSIA Towboat Brands Take Steps to Curb Aquatic Invasive Species

In an effort to stop the spread of AIS, the WSIA is working in collaboration with towboat manufacturers to develop new modifications and best practices.

Business Support Links & Resources for COVID-19

We are here to help. The WSIA and our committees are here to help you and your business any way we can. Below we have included several links to educational […]

2020 WSIA Leadership & Innovative Product Awards

The Leadership & Innovative Product Awards is an annual ceremony that recognizes industry leaders and top performers for the year.

2020 WSIA Summit Recap: Story & Photos

Over 250 industry professionals traveled to the Resort at Squaw Creek in Lake Tahoe, California, for the annual WSIA Summit.

Latest Updates

0November 16, 2020
Protected: Parasail Operators Symposium 2020 – Virtual Event Session Videos

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0November 9, 2020
WSIA Elects Robert Oswell As New President

During the September meetings of the WSIA, the board of directors unanimously approved the election of Robert Oswell to president.
0November 8, 2020
2020 Charity Auction Recap

The 2020 WSIA Charity Auction was yet again a great success this year, raising a new record amount of $18,000.
0November 5, 2020
Parasail Operators Symposium 2020 – Virtual Event

The WSIA Parasail Operators Symposium is going virtual for 2020! Mark your calendars to join us online on November 5th.
0September 29, 2020
How to Prepare for the Post-Pandemic Retail World w/ Sam Dantzler

Industry expert Sam Dantzler shares insight on preparing for the post-pandemic retail world in 2021 and beyond.
0September 23, 2020
Parasail Daily Flight Log Page

Annual Membership username and password required to download this file The WSIA has produced a self-printable Daily Flight Log page for Parasail Operators. These can be hole-punched and kept in […]
0September 2, 2020
Wake Responsibly: WSIA Handout, Signs and Downloads

Download the art files and graphics for the Wake Responsibly campaign. There are Master Files, Print PDFs and JPGs for web use. Email info@wsia.net with any questions.
0September 2, 2020
Summit 2021

Mark your calendars for Tuesday-Wednesday, February 23-24th, 2021, for the annual WSIA SUMMIT event at the Squaw Creek Resort in Tahoe, California.
0September 1, 2020
2020 Surf Expo WSIA Meeting Schedule

The WSIA will host several committee meetings and a seminar during Surf Expo Connect, Sept 16-18.

Water Sports INSIDER

0May 17, 2019
May Is Lake Cleanup Month!

WSIA staff and friends cleaned up Lake Holden in Orlando on May 7, 2019 as part of the #LakeLove initiative. Many pro riders helped out including Cobe Mikacich and others […]
0October 23, 2018
Pro Wakeboarders Clean Up Orlando’s Conway Chain

In an effort to protect the waters we use and love, October’s Lake Cleanup month inspired several of today’s top pro wakeboarders to join forces with the WSIA to clean […]
0December 7, 2017
Southern Hemisphere #PassTheHandle Day – December 10

#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 […]
0November 10, 2017
2017 Parasail Operators Symposium Recap & Photos

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 […]
0October 19, 2017
Mike Dowdy & Meagan Ethell Team Up With WSIA For Lake Cleanup Month

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 […]
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 […]