Jacksonville District Park Rangers promote boating safety during Independence Day outreach ahead of World Ranger Day

Jim and Sue, volunteers with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, review required boating safety equipment with a visitor during a free vessel safety examination at the W.P. Franklin South boat ramp in Alva, Florida, July 4, 2026. The event helped educate recreational boaters on safe operating practices before launching onto the water. (U.S. Army photo by Park Ranger Megan Parsons)