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Welcome to PWC Conflict Resolution!
This site provides information about effective programs regarding the use of public waters, including issues relating to Personal Watercraft (PWC).
Whether you are a public official, property owner, boater, member of the news media, or just cruising by, we hope Personal Watercraft Conflict Resolution is a helpful information resource.
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NASBLA & Social Media

NASBLA logoPWCConflictResolution.net and PWCSafetySchool.com salute NASBLA’s new social media development program. Their entry into Facebook and Twitter shows their commitment to promoting communication among boating law enforcement agencies, and outreach to the boating public – all in their effort to promote safe boating. http://www.nasbla.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1

Comprehensive Accident Investigation Courses 2009NASBLA logo

See the schedule for USCG/NASBLA boating accident investigation courses for 2009 at http://www.nasbla.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=4117. These courses have been offered for many years, and afford law enforcement officers an opportunity to advance their accident investigation skills, and also provide data that helps shape boating regulations nationwide.
 

Past Features

AUX logoGREEN AND BLUE: National Park Service and US Coast Guard Auxiliary Join Forces to Keep Boaters Safe
 Volunteers of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary have been assisting boaters on Lakes Mead and Mohave for decades. Now their relationship with the Lake Mead National Recreation Area has been formalized with an agreement between the National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Coast Guard. The agreement brings together the resources of both agencies, namely trained boat drivers from the Auxiliary and boats from the NPS to increase safety patrols on the lakes.
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NASBLA logoFlorida’s Lt. David Pfiffner Named National Boating Officer of the Year
During its 49th annual conference, held in Clearwater Beach, Fla., Sept. 6-10, 2008, the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) announced Lt. David Pfiffner with the Nevada Department of Wildlife as the national Boating Law Enforcement Officer of the Year.
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Water SafetyWater safety campaign offers virtual jet ski test drive
The simulator is used to educate people about boating safety.
It may not be in the water, but kids are lining up for this ride.
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The National Association of Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Launches Family Support Network
The NASBLA Family Support Network is a resource for families of victims of boating accidents, as well as for marine enforcement officers who are dealing with the families of victims. Many families have become advocates for boating and water safety on every front.
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