Discover Boating Week opens up opportunities to participate

by Domenic Genua on 14 Oct 2014 Discover Boating Week 2014 - Recreational Boating is a passion enjoyed by millions of Australians each year. The diversity ensures that there is something for everyone.

To celebrate the start of the recreational boating season, Discover Boating Week will run from October 18 to 26.
The public are invited to learn more about recreational boating through dozens of activities that have been organised by industry members and associated boating groups.

Domenic Genua, marketing and events manager for the Boating Industry Association said, 'Lots of businesses have come together to answer the questions that everyone is asking. Over a million people each year take to the water in some way to enjoy recreational boating. With the wonderful waterways we have, so many are asking how they can also enjoy this popular pastime. Discover Boating Week will be one way to start getting those answers'

Activities include Marina Open Days, informative programs that will allow visitors to understand boat sharing, boat hire and boat storage options, as well as experiential activities that will allow visitors to Try Paddling, Try a Trailer Boat and Try numerous Sailing Experiences, with the week ending with Discover Sailing Day.

Discover Sailing Day started in 1997 and since then has given over 30,000 kids the opportunity to try sailing for the first time. Its success has been the inspiration for Discover Boating Week.

Information about the many activities available can be found at MyBoatingLife.com.au. Simply click on the Discover Boating Week icon or Google Discover Boating Event website