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Boaters wearing lifejackets practice safe boating tips.

Boat-Ed's 5 Safe Boating Tips for the July 4th Weekend

Did you know that historically, July has been the most dangerous month for boating accidents and fatalities? 2022 was no different, with 973 reported accidents during the month of July. Of those accidents, 105 were fatal. What can we infer from this? Well, it's pretty simple, actually.

Aerial view of people on paddle boards on calm water, paddlesports concept.

Accidents and Facts: A Closer Look at Paddlesports

Boating is a very inclusive activity, and depending on where you are in the country, boating can mean very different things. The average person likely thinks of boating as a recreational activity involving a powerboat, sailboat, or personal watercraft (PWC). However, anyone who's been around…