PBA is dedicated to the promotion of safety and improvement of recreational boating in Pennsylvania, specifically:

• Waterway safety improvements, such as bouyage and channel clearing

• Cooperation with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadrons and the Pennsylvania Fish Commission in creating and promoting voluntary boating education programs

• Drafting, sponsorship, and promotion of boating legislation which is responsive to the needs of the boating public and is consistent with the general public interest

• Providing a voice for the interests of boaters to be heard in the state government

• Promoting practical measures to combat littering and pollution

• Obtaining a fair share of government funds for recreational boating projects

• Achieving a high standard of training and skill on the part of enforcement personnel - constructive, beneficial enforcement - not harassment

• Encouraging continuing education programs for the safety of all the members