Recreational fishing has reached new diversity milestones, according to a new industry study from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF). The 2020 Special Report on Fishing found that: 3.7 million African Americans participate in fishing, an increase of nearly 1 million … Learn More
The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released a total of $2.7 million in grants supporting 23 projects to address the harmful effects of marine debris on wildlife, navigation safety, economic activity, and ecosystem health. With the addition of non-federal matching contributions, … Learn More
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has awarded a lease to Massa Industries, LLC for office space in Middletown, Rhode Island, that will temporarily house a new marine operations support facility for Rhode Island-based NOAA ships Henry B. Bigelow and Okeanos … Learn More
DiscoverBoating.com saw a 58 percent increase in total website visitors in July compared to the same period last year, which is a continued trend building upon the successes reported in May and June. In July, boating continued to be top of mind for many consumers as … Learn More
Seeking to “revitalize America through recreation,” the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) – comprised of 32 national associations representing more than 110,000 businesses nationwide – has released A Roadmap for a 21st Century Outdoor Recreation Economy to frame national discussions around the critical importance of … Learn More
The controversial bill AB 3030 passed the California Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Water on August 12, moving the bill a step closer to enactment. Hundreds of individuals and associations registered their support or opposition, with the National Marine Manufacturers Association … Learn More
Madeline Island Yacht Club has been certified as a Wisconsin Clean Marina, recognized for its adoption of environmentally responsible business practices that minimize pollution and improve water quality. The Wisconsin Clean Marina Program was launched in 2010, and 20 Wisconsin marinas have … Learn More
A new marina village and resort has started construction in Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Milwaukee, Wisconsin based F3 Marina will manage the marina portion of the project that will include 175 wet slips for yachts up to 125 feet. Marina Flamingo … Learn More
Project managers of the Rhode Island Fiberglass Vessel Recycling (RIFVR) Pilot Program, which is designed to address the disposal issue of recreational boats, have released “Facing the Legacy: Lifecycle Solutions for Fiberglass Boats.” The short video shares the story of how early … Learn More
According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association’s (NMMA) latest Monthly Shipment Report, wholesale boat shipments increased for the second consecutive month in June, up 60% compared to May, as boat building activity ratcheted back up following lockdown restrictions during the early days of the … Learn More
