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![The only time you should use a competition vest is when you are in a controlled environment where you are being closely observed, like at an event with safety personnel. […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Screen-Shot-2020-02-13-at-11.02.32-AM-36x36.png "Competition Vests VS. USCG Approved Life Jackets")
Competition Vests VS. USCG Approved Life Jackets
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Summit 2020 – Schedule of Events
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Summit 2020 – Online Registration
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Summit 2020 – Lift Tickets & Activities
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Summit 2020 – Hotel Booking
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![In an effort to foster a peaceful environment on all waterways, Wake Responsibly is a campaign that educates homeowners and boaters about courteous behavior to ensure every moment on the […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/unnamed-115x115.png "Wake Responsibly: Take the Pledge")
Wake Responsibly: Take the Pledge
Posted on June 20, 2018 | No CommentsIn an effort to foster a peaceful environment on all waterways, Wake Responsibly is a campaign that educates homeowners and boaters about courteous behavior to ensure every moment on the […] -
![Now in its fifth year, #PassTheHandle will continue to inspire first-timers to experience the thrill of towed water sports on July 22, 2018. Founded by industry icons Zane Schwenk […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/jimmy-115x115.jpg "2018 #PassTheHandle Day: Get Involved")
2018 #PassTheHandle Day: Get Involved
Posted on June 5, 2018 | No CommentsNow in its fifth year, #PassTheHandle will continue to inspire first-timers to experience the thrill of towed water sports on July 22, 2018. Founded by industry icons Zane Schwenk […] -
![Water Sports Foundation Wins Four Awards at IBWSS Media Campaign Contest At the 2018 International Boating and Water Safety Summit (IBWSS) in Lexington, KY in March, the non-profit Water Sports […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Screen-Shot-2018-05-16-at-2.45.30-PM-115x115.png "Water Sports Foundation Wins Four Awards")
Water Sports Foundation Wins Four Awards
Posted on May 16, 2018 | No CommentsWater Sports Foundation Wins Four Awards at IBWSS Media Campaign Contest At the 2018 International Boating and Water Safety Summit (IBWSS) in Lexington, KY in March, the non-profit Water Sports […] -
![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-115x115.jpg "Video: WSIA Summit Recap (2018)")
Video: WSIA Summit Recap (2018)
Posted on March 26, 2018 | No CommentsRelive 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 […] -
![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 […] -
Watersports Responsibility Code Poster
Posted on December 11, 2017 | No CommentsThe Watersports Responsibility Code poster, outlining the 10 things all watersports enthusiasts should be aware of when enjoying towed water sports. -
![#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 […] -
Launch Ramp Sign Request
Posted on August 29, 2017 | No CommentsUse this online form to request a Wake Responsibly launch ramp sign for your local waterway. -
![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 […] -
State Boating Law Administrator contact list
Posted on July 11, 2017 | No CommentsHave 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. -
![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 […]](https://www.wsia.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/PTH_Feature2017_01-1-115x115.jpg "#PassTheHandle July 23, 2017: How To Get Involved")
#PassTheHandle July 23, 2017: How To Get Involved
Posted on July 6, 2017 | No CommentsWith 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 […] -
Donate to #PassTheHandle
Posted on June 22, 2017 | No CommentsHelp us continue to grow our annual participation drive with a donation to the #PassTheHandle initiative! -
![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: […] -
2017 WSIA Summit Recap Video
Posted on April 17, 2017 | No CommentsCheck out the highlight video of the 2017 WSIA Summit produced by Emily Dale.