The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is encouraging owners of small boats to “Think Before You Shrink” this year, and convert to reusable materials for their winter covering. The goal is to reduce plastic waste and alleviate disposal issues caused by removing shrink wrap … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will host a webinar on November 16 at 1:00 p.m. ET to discuss the results of the 2020 elections and what they mean for the recreational boating industry’s federal advocacy agenda in 2021. The event will … Learn More
With the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act this summer, the outdoor recreation community has an opportunity to help identify boating access projects in need of funding. In partnership with the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has created a … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced significant modifications to its boat and sport show schedule in the first quarter of 2021. Following a thorough market-by-market analysis regarding the feasibility of producing safe and successful winter events, NMMA is canceling nine shows in the … Learn More
Governor Ralph Northam released the Virginia Coastal Resilience Master Planning Framework, which lays out the core principles of the Commonwealth’s approach to coastal protection and adaptation, and will serve as a blueprint for implementing Virginia’s first project-driven Coastal Resilience Master Plan by … Learn More
The Marine Industry Association of South Florida (MIASF) partnered with HANDY, Inc. during its marine industry month to virtually present information on marine industry careers to youth involved with HANDY. Megan Piggott, MIASF digital media and outreach coordinator, presented an overview of … Learn More
Meeco Sullivan announces the forthcoming Lake Murray Harbor marina. Situated in the south central area of Oklahoma, the 5,700 acre lake will be home to a second marina with 225 covered slips. The growing demand for recreational boating activities was a driving … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association announced the availability of its 2019 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, a collection of industry data for recreational boating intelligence with historical data going back to 2007 that includes: Outboard Engine Sales Trends Sailboat Sales Trends Powerboat Sales … Learn More
Over the summer, the Get On Board campaign from Take Me Fishing and Discover Boating amplified the industry’s collective voice during a time when consumer interest in safe outdoor recreation was at an all-time high amidst COVID-19. The campaign ultimately generated 1.8 billion impressions and more than 20 million … Learn More
In partnership with the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), TowBoatUS Lake Allatoona, a 24-hour on water towing and assistance service based in Cartersville, recently hosted a three-day “Essentials of Close Quarters and Open Water Boat Control” on-water instructor certification course for local … Learn More
