National Association to promote safe and enjoyable boating, marine law enforcement, marine officer training and boater education standards.The site home page

Core values

- **Boating Safety and Education**: NASBLA promotes and oversees boating safety education, ensuring that boaters are well-informed and trained, which reduces accidents and fatalities on the water[2][3].
- **Regulatory Compliance and Standards**: NASBLA works to establish and enforce boating safety standards, including certification requirements and equipment regulations, which enhance safety and compliance[1][2].
- **Operation Dry Water**: This campaign focuses on preventing boating under the influence (BUI), a major factor in boating accidents and deaths. By increasing awareness and enforcement, it contributes significantly to public safety[4][5].
- **Community Engagement and Leadership Development**: NASBLA fosters community engagement and leadership development through programs like the RBS Leadership Academy, which helps in building a stronger, more informed boating community[3].
- **Data and Research**: NASBLA provides access to boating safety data and supports research, which helps in evidence-based policy making and program enhancements[1].