Starting May 17, the Coast Guard Auxiliary will run safety demos and training across Lee and Collier counties. The week-long program aims to boost water safety skills during National Safe Boating Week.
The push starts May 16 as water sports fans sport life jackets at work, kicking off “Wear it to Work Day.” This early launch sets up the main campaign.
That first weekend puts boat checks front and center. Safety crews will be at West Marine in Bonita Springs on May 17, and then move to Cocohatchee River Park Marina in Naples on May 18. Boats meeting standards earn safety approval stickers…