Discover Boating this week!

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.

Discover Boating Week is a week of fun, educational and informative activities around NSW designed to let more people know about the joys and benefits of recreational boating in all its forms.

This year, to celebrate the start of the recreational boating season, Discover Boating Week will run from October 18 to 26.

Organised by the Boating Industry Association, the activities are aimed at giving experience and creating opportunities for people of all ages to get out on the water and see why so many people fall in love with the boating lifestyle.

Recreational Boating is a passion enjoyed by millions of Australians each year. The diversity ensures that there is something for everyone.

The public is invited to learn more about recreational boating through dozens of activities that have been organised by industry members and associated boating groups.

Marketing & Events manager for the BIA, Domenic Genua said: "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 Sailing Experiences, with the week ending with Discover Sailing Day.

Information about the many activities available can be found at http://www.myboatinglife.com.au. Simply click on the Discover Boating Week icon or Google Discover Boating Week.