Thank you to everyone who tuned into LIVE Conversations with Cross Currents Leadership featuring Jim Coffey and talking about World Drowning Prevention Day – July 25, 2026!
Jim Coffey is an internationally renowned Senior Statesman of Swift Water Rescue and Whitewater Kayaking and currently serves as the incoming Chair of the ACA Safety and Rescue Committee. He is joining us tonight to tell us an amazing story about a recent Drowning Prevention class he taught in Mexico and give us a sneak peek at what’s coming for World Drowning Prevention Day on July 25th, 2026.
Next LIVE Conversation will be: Wednesday, Feb 11 at 7 pm Eastern with Kelly Davis with some phenomenal insights on the way the consumer market is changing from The Outdoor Foundation.
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FRIENDLY REMINDER: For already certified ACA Level 1 / 2 Canoe, Kayak or SUP instructors – SIGN UP for ACA Smart Start Instructor ENDORSEMENT so you can teach the Smart Start Facilitator CERTIFICATION: Cross Currents Leadership offering ACA Smart Start Instructor Endorsement with Jeff Atkins on Feb 19 from 7 pm to 9 pm
Music: “More Than a River” used during the Countdown courtesy of Jerry Vandiver and North Fork Music.









