Safe Boating RI

09/14/2026

We’re looking for a Board Member Volunteer to help keep Safe Boating RI organized, connected, and moving forward. ⚓️🌊

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys organization, communication, and helping things run smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll assist with board communications, meeting coordination, records, correspondence, and maintaining the systems that support our mission.

Your time and talents can make a real difference in helping Safe Boating RI continue promoting safer boating throughout Rhode Island.

Interested in getting involved or learning more? Send us a message!

08/08/2026

08/08/2026

⚓ BOATERS: KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

There’s a lot happening on Rhode Island waters today, Saturday, August 8. Before heading out, be aware of these events:

🏊 Save The Bay Swim – Bridge Area Closure | 7 AM–12 PM
⛵ Fool’s Rules Regatta | 9 AM–4 PM
⛵ Morgan Cup Team Race – NYYC | 10 AM–4 PM
⚓ Safe Harbor Race Weekend | 11 AM–5 PM

With multiple events happening throughout the day, stay alert, give participants plenty of space, and boat safely.

📍 Check the FREE Safe Boating RI LiveChart for real-time information on what’s happening on Rhode Island waters.

Know before you go. Be aware. Boat safe. ⚓

07/31/2026

🚨 Attention Boaters on Narragansett Bay! 🚨

If you’re planning to be on the water this Saturday, August 1 at 1:00 PM, please be aware of the annual Poker Run departing from the Tipsy Seagull in Fall River.

More than 50 high-performance boats, many capable of speeds over 100 MPH, are expected to travel this route:

📍 Fall River (Braga Bridge)
➡️ Newport
➡️ Around the Newport Jazz Festival area
➡️ Beavertail
➡️ East Greenwich
➡️ Providence
➡️ Bristol
➡️ Back to Fall River

While these boats are not racing, they do travel at very high speeds. Everyone on the water should stay alert, maintain a proper lookout, minimize distractions, and give these vessels plenty of space to operate safely.

🗺️ Before you head out, check the FREE Safe Boating RI LiveChart to see what’s happening on Rhode Island waters and stay informed about events, notices, and boating activity.

Have a safe and enjoyable day on the water! ⚓

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07/23/2026

⚓ Have You Noticed Our Name Change?

There’s something new—but our mission hasn’t changed.

Better Bay Alliance is now Safe Boating RI.

Our new name better reflects what we’re passionate about: promoting safe, responsible boating through education, outreach, and community partnerships across Rhode Island.

While our name has changed, our commitment to keeping Rhode Island’s waterways safe remains stronger than ever.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We hope you’ll continue to follow, learn, and help us spread the message of boating safety.

🌊 New name. Same mission. Same commitment.

07/23/2026

⚓ Have You Noticed Our Name Change?

There’s something new—but our mission hasn’t changed.

Better Bay Alliance is now Safe Boating RI.

Our new name better reflects what we’re passionate about: promoting safe, responsible boating through education, outreach, and community partnerships across Rhode Island.

While our name has changed, our commitment to keeping Rhode Island’s waterways safe remains stronger than ever.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We hope you’ll continue to follow, learn, and help us spread the message of boating safety.

🌊 New name. Same mission. Same commitment.

07/23/2026

⚓ Have You Noticed Our Name Change?

There’s something new—but our mission hasn’t changed.

Better Bay Alliance is now Safe Boating RI.

Our new name better reflects what we’re passionate about: promoting safe, responsible boating through education, outreach, and community partnerships across Rhode Island.

While our name has changed, our commitment to keeping Rhode Island’s waterways safe remains stronger than ever.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We hope you’ll continue to follow, learn, and help us spread the message of boating safety.

🌊 New name. Same mission. Same commitment.

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07/03/2026

If you’re watching from the water, please boat responsibly. Wear your life jacket, keep a proper lookout, use navigation lights after dark, and always have a designated sober operator. Let’s make it a fun and safe holiday for everyone! 🚤⚓

06/28/2026

This is a great interview with WPRI of one of our founders Dave Lussier. He shares our story & our mission to create a safer bay for all.

Saltwater Sessions: Safe Boating RI In this exclusive interview with Safe Boating RI president and founder, Dave Lussier explains how and why the organization and the bay event mapping tool was created and the safer bay for boaters and all users.