The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) hosted its 2023 Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon at the Broward Center for Performing Arts in the Riverview Ballroom on May 24 for its members, local elected officials, and community business leaders. The event kicked off as Lori Wheeler, Vice President of the Marine Industries Association of […]
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As many of us take to the water this holiday weekend—and pay respect to the U.S. military personnel who have died throughout history while serving in the United States Armed Forces—let’s honor the many military members who lost their lives fighting for our freedom in the best way possible, by making sure our voices are […]
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By Bill Yeargin Boating is important not only to those of us who enjoy being on the water but also to those who depend on it for their livelihood. Boating has a huge economic impact, a 230-billion-dollar annual impact. The boating industry includes 36,000 businesses – most of them small and family-operated – providing 813,000 […]
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Last week, Representatives Bill Posey (R-FL) and Mike Collins (R-GA) voiced concerns in a U.S. House of Representatives hearing over the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)’s proposed vessel speed restrictions along the Atlantic Coast. This came on the heels of the American Boating Congress (ABC) in Washington, D.C., where the proposed expansion of NOAA’s […]
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PHOTO COURTESY OF ABM The Antique Boat Museum’s Education Department in Clayton, New York, is bringing a roster of new and returning programming events for the summer that are perfect for all ages and interests. Kids under 8 can learn the basics of sailing, rowing and paddling in Intro to Small Craft June 26 – […]
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The NMMA American Boating Congress (ABC) kicked off in Washington, D.C. on Monday, May 8, with full programming beginning Tuesday, May 9. The NMMA, together with the American Sportfishing Association, Association of Marina Industries, Massachusetts Marine Trade Association, Michigan Boating Industries Association, Marine Trades Association of New Jersey, National Marine Lenders Association, welcomed over 250 recreational boating […]
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The National Marine Trades Council has announced the dates and location for its 50th anniversary conference. After a four-year hiatus, NMTC will return July 10-13 on Cape Cod with the host hotel being the Lighthouse Inn, in West Dennis, Mass. The NMTC conference is open to all leaders from local, state and national marine trades […]
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NMMA Canada announced the appointment of Marie-France MacKinnon as Executive Director. MacKinnon officially joins NMMA Canada today, May 1, and will oversee the Association’s strategic and advocacy efforts in Canada. She is a respected association executive with over 25 years of experience working in public affairs and communications in the private and public sector. “We […]
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Taking Lake Ida by storm, one thrilling event to bring elite, recreational and fun competition to Delray Beach, while raising money for Broward Children’s Center. The Broward Children’s Center specializes in helping infants, children, and young adults with special health care needs. Founded in 1971, their nonprofit facilities offer a range of health, wellness, education, […]
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Image: Turtle Island Restoration Network. A report released April 17 by two environmental entities contends that the set gillnet fishery targeting halibut and white seabass off Southern California is threatening the health and diversity of the ocean ecosystem. The gillnets are injuring and killing myriad ocean animals, including rare and vulnerable species, while the fishery […]
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The 2023 American Boating Congress is quickly approaching, returning to Washington, D.C from May 8-10, 2023. Ahead of the industry’s advocacy event, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is hosting a webinar on Thursday, April 27 at 4 p.m. ET to provide registrants and potential attendees an overview of what to expect at this year’s advocacy conference […]
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Yamaha has named Martin Peters director of marine external affairs. With the new role comes official responsibilities for marine sustainability and regulatory affairs in addition to government relations and communications. “Yamaha remains dedicated to sustainability and as Director of Marine External Affairs, Martin will help lead the effort to reduce the carbon footprint of the […]
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In meetings with a dozen Senate and House offices this month, members of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association (AIWA) pushed for increased funding to dredge the entire Intracoastal Waterway to its authorized depth of 12 feet. Some areas of the ICW today are as shallow as five feet deep, presenting a hazard to sailors and […]
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The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) joined recreational boating and fishing stakeholders and advocates, including Oregon-based marine dealers, and grassroots organization Oregon Families for Boating (OFFB) at Oregon’s inaugural “Advocacy Day” in Salem, Oregon. The coalition of industry stakeholders met with nearly 20 Oregon Senate and House of Representative legislators and staff to discuss legislative […]
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The NMMA has announced that the American Boating Congress will be held in-person for 2022 The American Boating Congress (ABC) returns to Washington, D.C. May 8-10, 2023, bringing together all segments of the recreational boating and fishing industry to share its collective voice on Capitol Hill. As the recreational boating and fishing industry meets in […]
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The industry’s annual advocacy event, the American Boating Congress (ABC), hosted by NMMA, returns to Washington, D.C. May 8-10 at the Intercontinental – The Wharf. This year’s keynote speaker will be Jonathan Martin, bureau chief and senior political columnist for POLITICO, who will speak with ABC attendees on the ins and outs of campaigns, government, […]
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The Oregon State Legislature introduced this month Senate Bill 1071 (SB 1071), which will restore boating access in the Newberg Pool, a long stretch of the Willamette River outside metropolitan Portland. SB 1071 raises the allowable weight limit for boats used for towing on the Newberg Pool, allowing more families and individuals to access water […]
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Pro anglers Jason and Jay Przekurat reveal thrills of father-son fishing connection, plus how to deal with industry changes, at the NPAA 2023 Conference in Fort Myers, FL. Forestville, WI (March 9, 2023) – Ask professional anglers Jason and Jay Przekurat about their days on the tourney trail and both will assure you they’re living […]
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By Bill Yeargin If you lead an organization and care about the boating industry, you need to join me May 8-10 in Washington D.C. at the American Boating Congress (ABC). It may be the single best way you can help our industry and your business. ABC is a unique opportunity to meet with congressional leaders, […]
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The 2023 California Boating Congress, sponsored by the Marine Recreation Association and co-hosted by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), is scheduled for April 11 and 12, 2023 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Sacramento. The California Boating Caucus (CBS) brings together industry stakeholders and leaders from across the marine industry and boating community to help […]
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