Sunday, July 19th, 2026 is the main day to introduce somebody new to the stoke of getting up on the water, but there will be lots of activities and participation during the week before, too!
Check with your local wake park, camp or school to see if they are offering specials or discounts for first-timers that week.
Use the links below to get involved!
Pass The Handle is the selfless act of gifting your joy and passion for watersports with someone who has never experienced it before.
Can you remember your first time behind the boat? Pretty magical right? Passing The Handle may be getting someone up on waterskis, kneeboard, trainer board, wakeboard or
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A FEW TIPS FOR A SMOOTH PASS OF THE HANDLE
Ensure A USCG Life Jacket: Is properly fitted and worn at all times while behind the boat. Not only is it the law on most bodies of water, but the
Patience is Key: It’s someone’s first time, while they’re stoked, they’re likely intimidated.
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Keep The Stoke High: If they don’t get up, it’s OK! Be sure to invite them back out so they can give it another go, even show them some YouTube videos (Da
Share your experiences with us
We want to hear your success stories this Pass The Handle day, please tag us in your experiences with #PassTheHandle and be sure to follow Pass The Handle on Instagram and Facebook to see if your story ends up being featured, and remember, HAVE FUN!
The legend, Zane Schwenk, shows us the best way to teach a
