Have Fun and Be Safe
Drowning prevention and water safety information from Seattle Children’s and the Washington State Drowning Prevention Network
Over 1,500 children and teens die every year in the U.S. from drowning. In Washington state, an average of 25 children and teens drown every year. Most of them are swimming, boating or just playing in or near water. The Washington State Drowning Prevention Network and Seattle Children’s work together to provide you with information and resources on drowning prevention and water safety.
We can prevent drownings if we all do our part!
New open water guidelines
Drowning in open water, such as lakes, rivers and the ocean, is a major concern around the world. An 18-member international task force from 12 countries has developed a set of guidelines for families and individuals recreating at any open-water site.
Washington State Parks mandatory boating safety education
The Washington state mandatory boating safety education law went into effect on January 1, 2008. The law requires boaters age 12 years and older to pass a boating safety course or an equivalency exam before operating a motor boat of 15 horsepower or greater. For more information, visit http://www.parks.wa.gov/boating or call 360-902-8844.
Discount life jackets
This coupon from Big 5 Sporting Goods is good for 25% off a variety of life jackets, from May 1 to September 30, 2010. Click on the image to download and print the PDF.
Online Drowning Prevention Resources
View our online resources for drowning prevention information and strategies.
Parents and families
Educators
Facts and data
Other resources