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2026 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey (NRBSS) The United States Coast Guard is excited to announce the launch of the 2026 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey (NRBSS). This nationwide survey is the only source for comprehensive recreational boating data in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, helping inform safety and security efforts on our waterways. Disclosure: Why This Survey Matters The NRBSS provides valuable insights into how, where, and why Americans go boating, what types of boats they use, and how often they enjoy this activity. These findings are essential for guiding national, state, and local programs that keep boating safe and enjoyable for everyone. About the Survey
Your Participation Makes a Difference If your household receives an invitation by letter, postcard, email, or text, we encourage you to take part. Your input will help the Coast Guard protect our rivers, oceans, and other waterways. All responses are confidential and will be used only for statistical summaries. A Legacy of Safety in Recreational Boating Safety The Coast Guard has coordinated the National Recreational Boating Safety Program since 1971, saving an estimated 95,000 lives and achieving record-low boating fatalities in recent years. In addition to keeping recreational boating safe and enjoyable, we facilitate commerce vital to U.S. economic prosperity and strategic mobility by controlling, securing, and defending U.S. ports, waterways, and shipping, and through actions to revitalize the U.S. maritime industry. Through ongoing research and collaboration, we remain committed to protecting our waterways and supporting both recreational and commercial maritime activities. Learn More For additional details on about the 2026 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey, please visit. NORC at the University of Chicago - National Recreational Boating Safety Survey Interactive Story Map - National Recreational Boating Safety Survey Survey Reports Errata sheet for the 2018 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey 2018 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey Exposure Survey Final Report 2018 National Recreational Boating Safety Survey Participation Survey Final Report |
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