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News Release

Date: July 21, 2009
Contact: Dan Shipman
(206) 220-7257

Deadliest Catch's Captain Keith Colburn onboard for boating safety
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In this video released by the Coast Guard, Keith Colburn, of the Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch and captain of the fishing vessel Wizard, homported in Seattle reminds recreational boaters to have all required safety equipment onboard when out on the water.(Coast Guard video)
In this video released by the Coast Guard, Keith Colburn, of the Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch and captain of the fishing vessel Wizard, homported in Seattle reminds recreational boaters to have all required safety equipment onboard when out on the water. (Coast Guard video)

In this video released by the Coast Guard, Keith Colburn, of the Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch and captain of the fishing vessel Wizard, homported in Seattle reminds recreational boaters along with his son's help to always wear a lifejacket while out on the water.(Coast Guard Video)
In this video released by the Coast Guard, Keith Colburn, of the Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch and captain of the fishing vessel Wizard, homported in Seattle reminds recreational boaters along with his son's help to always wear a life jacket while out on the water. (Coast Guard video)

In this video released by the Coast Guard,Keith Colburn, of the Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch and captain of the fishing vessel Wizard, homported in Seattle reminds recreational boaters to avoid alcohol and drugs while out on the water.(Coast Guard video)
In this video released by the Coast Guard, Keith Colburn, of the Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch and captain of the fishing vessel Wizard, homported in Seattle reminds recreational boaters to avoid alcohol and drugs while out on the water. (Coast Guard video)

WASHINGTON, DC - The Discovery Channel’s Keith Colburn, captain of the F/V Wizard on cable’s number one series "The Deadliest Catch," is joining with the Coast Guard Boating Safety Division this summer to promote life jacket wear and recreational boating safety on the nation’s waterways. 

As an official spokesperson for the Coast Guard’s “Boat Responsibly” initiative, Colburn will be appearing in a series of public service announcements as well as promotional activities across the country.

“We’re extremely pleased to have Captain Colburn and the Discovery Channel lending their support to this important safety campaign,” said Rear Adm. James A. Watson, Coast Guard Director of Prevention Policy.  “Keith is an experienced and well-respected seaman who puts a premium on safety for his boat and crew.  We look forward to working with him throughout the summer.”

“In producing "The Deadliest Catch," Discovery Channel works closely with the Coast Guard, seeing first-hand the critical assistance they provide fisherman through the crabbing seasons on the Bearing Sea.  We are proud to see Keith take a leadership role in this important issue,” said John Ford, President and General Manager, Discovery Channel.

The Coast Guard Boating Safety Division is asking all boat owners and operators to help reduce fatalities, injuries and property damage by taking personal responsibility for their own safety and the safety of their passengers.  The Coast Guard reminds all boaters to “Boat Responsibly!” 

For more information and tips on boating safety, go to www.USCGboating.org.

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