The U. S. Coast Guard has announced the appointment of two individuals to serve as new members of the National Boating Safety Advisory Committee (NBSAC). The new members are Robert Newsome, senior vice president of operations at the National Marine Manufacturers Association … Learn More
The National Marine Lenders Association (NMLA) kicked off its 42nd annual lenders conference at The Chateaux Deer Valley, Park City Utah, on August 28 with an opening reception for the 180+ attendees representing 76 different businesses. The conference is a highlight of … Learn More
Outdoor recreation took center stage at the 2022 National Conference of State Legislators Legislative Summit earlier this month. Outdoor Recreation Roundtable coordinated a session at the conference that explored the outdoor recreation economy at the state level and showcased policies to expand … Learn More
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced $7.7 million in new grants using funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support ongoing natural infrastructure projects in seven states. These grants will support the … Learn More
The City of Jacksonville, Florida has the largest urban park system in the US. Enhancing its dynamic network of outdoor community spaces, the city is adding numerous docks along the St. Johns River for visiting boaters and water taxis. The new Post Street … Learn More
OneWater Marine Inc. has reached an agreement to acquire Taylor Marine Centers, which will further expand the company’s presence in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. and enhance new and pre-owned boat sales, finance, and parts and services offerings. The transaction is expected to close … Learn More
Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit and the Alaska Maritime Education Consortium (AMEC) signed a Yamaha Marine Training Program Agreement under Yamaha’s Technical School Partnership Program. This Agreement will establish a comprehensive Yamaha marine technical training program throughout the state, specifically in remote … Learn More
Boatsetter announced its expansion plans for Boatsetter Academy, including a launch into seven new markets and an evolution of its course curriculum. In its inaugural summer, approximately 1,000 people across eight U.S. cities have successfully completed the course—averaging 80 participants per week … Learn More
The Sea Tow Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting boating safety, will receive over $1 million in grants to advance its Life Jacket Loaner Program and Sober Skipper Campaign. The Life Jacket Loaner Program Grant will run for three years. The … Learn More
Discover Boating, powered by the National Marine Manufacturers Association and Marine Retailers Association of America, launched two pilot TikTok campaigns this summer – #BoatAppetit and #WaterWear – to further engage the next generation of boaters and connect with the brand’s target audience in … Learn More
