March 28. The Joshua Murray Boating, Safety, Education and Awareness Center, located at Blythe Landing, is inviting the community to a fundraising event on April 6, from 2 PM to 6 PM at Boatyard. This event aims to expand the center’s reach and continue providing free, high-quality boating safety education to the public.
Dedicated to saving lives on the water, the center has already made a significant impact in promoting boating safety. However, with the support of the community, we can achieve even more. The funds raised during this event will directly support vital initiatives, including:
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- Launching the National Safe Boating Council’s Boat On Program: Bringing advanced, hands-on, on-water training to Lake Norman boaters.
- Providing essential safety equipment: Distributing life jackets, distress signals, and fire extinguishers during vessel safety inspections conducted by the USCG behind the center.
- Enhancing the education center: Upgrading materials, window graphics, new signage, and interactive displays to improve the visitor experience.
- Supporting youth programs and summer camps: Giving young boaters hands-on training, safety lessons, and unforgettable learning opportunities
The event at BoatYard will feature live music by The Stormin Normin Experience, and sponsor T-shirts will be available. Attendees will have the opportunity to contribute to a critical cause while enjoying an afternoon of entertainment.
Why This is Important
Lake Norman is a hub for recreational boating, making boating safety education paramount. The Joshua Murray Boating, Safety, Education and Awareness Center is committed to ensuring that all boaters have access to the resources and knowledge necessary to navigate the waters safely.
How to Participate
To purchase tickets or make a donation, please visit this link to buy tickets and/or make a donation. Corporate sponsorships are also available via the link.

Joshua Murray
About the Joshua Murray Boating, Safety, Education and Awareness Center
The Joshua Murray Boating, Safety, Education and Awareness Center is dedicated to saving lives on the water by educating boaters and providing critical safety resources. Located at Blythe Landing, the center offers free, high-quality boating safety education to the public.
Funds raised will go directly back to the lake, helping build a safer, more informed water culture.
Sounds good, these are the proper areas of focus for a great future of SAFE boating on Lake Norman!