[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 101 (Wednesday, May 25, 2011)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 30495-30496]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-13167]


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                Proclamation 8680 of May 20, 2011

                
National Safe Boating Week, 2011

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                As Americans anticipate the warm weather of the summer 
                months, we look to our Nation's abundant outdoors and 
                waterways for relaxation and recreation. America's 
                lakes, rivers, and oceans are enjoyable, but can 
                sometimes pose dangers to watergoers. National Safe 
                Boating Week is an opportunity to highlight the 
                importance of safety precautions and sensible behavior 
                when spending time on the water.

                Safe boating is responsible boating. Individuals can 
                prepare for excursions by taking boating safety courses 
                and filing float plans with family members, relatives, 
                or friends. To prevent accidents and drowning while on 
                the water, boaters should remain aware of weather 
                conditions, perform vessel safety checks, and ensure 
                each passenger wears a life jacket and all required 
                safety equipment is on board. Safe boating is also 
                sober boating. Alcohol use is a leading factor in fatal 
                boating accidents, so limiting alcohol use while on or 
                operating a boat can save lives.

                Each year for National Safe Boating Week, the United 
                States Coast Guard partners with boating organizations 
                to raise awareness on the importance of taking proper 
                precautions while boating. By embracing responsible 
                boating practices, Americans can avoid preventable 
                injuries and enjoy the majesty of our Nation's 
                waterways.

                In recognition of the importance of safe boating 
                practices, the Congress, by joint resolution approved 
                June 4, 1958 (36 U.S.C. 131), as amended, has 
                authorized and requested the President to proclaim 
                annually the 7-day period prior to Memorial Day weekend 
                as ``National Safe Boating Week.''

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the 
                United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 21 
                through May 27, 2011, as National Safe Boating Week. I 
                encourage all Americans who participate in boating 
                activities to observe this occasion by learning more 
                about safe boating practices and taking advantage of 
                boating education.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                twentieth day of May, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-fifth.
                
                
                    (Presidential Sig.)

[FR Doc. 2011-13167
Filed 5-24-11; 11:15 am]
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