Washington State Water Safety Day Toolkit
Water Safety Day 2025​
Water Safety Day in Washington State and across the nation is celebrated on May 15th. It is a vital opportunity to raise awareness about drowning prevention and water safety in your community. This toolkit is designed to help local organizations participate in meaningful ways—whether through social media, events, or community outreach. Together, we can make a difference in keeping our communities safe around water! Thank you in advance for helping us spread the world! ​
Water Safety Day Press Release Template
How to Get Involved​
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Use the provided social media content to spread awareness.
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Host an event that fits your organization’s size and resources.
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Share water safety resources with your community.
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Partner with local pools, schools, or businesses to amplify the message.
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Sign up for updates from No More Under to stay connected.
Let’s work together to make Washington State’s waters safer for everyone! For more resources or to collaborate, contact kelly@nomoreunder.org.
Host Your Own Event
Small Event Ideas:
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Social Media Challenge: Encourage followers to post their best water safety tips using your hashtags.
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Water Safety Storytime: Partner with a library or community center to read books about water safety to kids.
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Life Jacket Fit Checks: Set up a station where families can get guidance on proper life jacket fitting.
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Partner with Schools: We have a great Water Safety video that you can share with your local schools along with this discussion guide.
Medium Event Ideas:
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Community Water Safety Workshop: Invite a lifeguard or safety expert to talk about drowning prevention and water rescue basics.
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Poolside Safety Day: Work with a local pool to offer free swim lessons or water safety demonstrations.
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Water Safety Pledge: Set up a booth at a community event where attendees can pledge to practice water safety.
Large Event Ideas:
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Family Water Safety Festival: Organize an event with games, water safety stations, and guest speakers to engage families.
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Water Safety Fun Run: Host a themed run or walk with proceeds supporting local water safety initiatives.
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Life Jacket Giveaway & Awareness Day: Secure sponsorships to provide free life jackets to families in need.
Social Media Toolkit​
Hashtags to Use:
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#WaterSafetyDay #NoMoreUnder #DrowningPrevention #WaterSafety #StaySafeInTheWater
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Post Ideas & Captions
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Post 1 (Awareness - Leading Up to May 15th)
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May 15th is Water Safety Day in Washington! Drowning is preventable, and we’re raising awareness about simple steps everyone can take to stay safe around water. Join us and @NoMoreUnder in making water safety a priority. #WaterSafetyDay
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Post 2 (Water Safety Tip)
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Life jackets save lives! Always wear a properly fitted Coast Guard-approved life jacket when boating or swimming in open water. #WaterSafety #DrowningPrevention
Post 3 (Community Engagement - Event or Call to Action)
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How will you participate in Water Safety Day? Whether it’s attending an event, sharing water safety tips, or pledging to always supervise children near water, every action counts! Tag us and let us know. #StaySafeInTheWater #WaterSafetyDay
Post 4 (Video or Infographic Idea)
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Water safety is a year-round responsibility! Check out these top safety tips to prevent drowning and ensure a fun, safe summer. [Insert Video/Infographic] #WaterSafety
