Free ''Safe Boating Awareness'' Seminar Helps Recreational Boaters Learn Safe Boating Practices

(MIAMI, April 16, 2015) — In advance of Memorial Day Weekend, which kicks-off the busy summer boating season, the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department in conjunction with Miami-Dade Marine Patrol, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Biscayne National Park will present a free “Safe Boating Awareness Seminar” on Wednesday, April 22, from 7-8:30 p.m. at Black Point Ocean Grill, located at Black Point Park and Marina, 24775 SW 87 Ave., Homestead, Florida.

The seminar is designed to help recreational boaters learn the rules of the water and provide helpful tips for safe boating. The evening includes presentations and handouts by the participating agencies, as well as complimentary hors d'oeuvres, refreshments and a raffle drawing for a marine gas grill.

Participants are advised to RSVP as space is limited, via Jay Bogaards at 305-258-4092 or [email protected].

About the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department
Miami-Dade County Parks is the third largest county park system in the United States, consisting of 260 parks and 12,825 acres of land. It is one of the most unique park and recreation systems in the world. For information about Miami-Dade County Parks visit their website or call 3-1-1.

Miami-Dade County Parks is supported by The Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade a non-profit 501(c)3 organization supporting the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department’s efforts to further develop Miami-Dade County’s world-class parks system for residents and visitors. Its mission is to create a healthier, more livable and sustainable Miami community by ensuring the implementation of the Parks Open Space Master Plan and the development of year-round park and recreation programs for local children, adults and people with disabilities. Visit the Parks Foundation website for more information.

To request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities, or sign language interpreter services (7 days in advance), call 305-755-7848.