Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, boat sales increased by 12% last year, which left showrooms short of inventory.
Boat sales are expected to remain at historic levels in 2021 as manufacturers continue to fill a backlog of orders from 2020.
It’s a good idea to have a Plan B.
Old photographs can spark memories of outdoor activities and excursions of the past.
Michigan DNR conservation officers issued five citations over the weekend to boaters in violation of the governor’s stay-home order, but none of them involved the use of a motorized boat, according to the department. For the story, click here. Categories: News Tags: Boating, Boats, COVID-19, Michigan DNR
Ohio DNR closely monitoring situation in light of COVID-19 crisis.
Known as the father of the modern bass boat, Wood helped make competitive fishing mainstream and devoted his career to recreational sport fishing.
Right now is a great time to buy a new or used boat.
Measure going into effect Monday is broadly supported by boating and lake groups.
With a rise in the amount of ethanol being mixed with gasoline, make sure you use either alcohol-free gasoline or, at most, E-10.
Last week, the Government of Canada removed all retaliatory tariffs on U.S. recreational boats entering Canada, immediately ending a levy that impacted boat businesses on both sides of the border. National Marine Manufacturers Association and NMMA Canada heralded the news, calling the action a momentous step in the right direction for the North American marine industry, which has been particularly suppressed by…
Open water still exists, but as freezing overnight temperatures become status quo across the north country, take these steps to prevent damage to your expensive equipment.
(Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks photo)With the proliferation of adult quagga mussels in Lake Powell, on the border of Utah and Arizona, watercraft from this lake that are entering Montana will be subject to additional measures at watercraft inspection stations to ensure they are free from aquatic invasive species. Lake Powell is on the Colorado River and invasive mussels are…
If you have ever aspired to build your own boat, the Great Lakes Boat Building School may be just what you are looking for.
Valcourt, Quebec – Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), headquartered in Valcourt, Quebec, announced this week the creation of the Marine Group with the acquisition of Alumacraft, a private North American manufacturer of aluminum fishing boats based in St. Peter, Minn., BRP said in a news release. Tracy Crocker, senior vice-president and general manager of Evinrude Outboard Motors since 2017, has been…
And the crossover effort continues. RV maker Winnebago Industries, Inc., announced Monday, June 4 that it has acquired recreational boat builder Chris-Craft from Stellican Ltd., which has owned Chris-Craft since 2001. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Last week, snowmobile and all-terrain-vehicle maker Polaris Industries, Inc., based in Medina, Minn., reportedly acquired Boat Holdings, a pontoon boat company out…
The Trump Administration’s decision to implement 25 percent tariffs on steel and 10 percent tariffs on aluminum from Canada, the European Union and Mexico will ultimately impact U.S. boats exported to Canada.
Boaters who have their watercraft inspected for AIS in 2018 will be eligible to win outdoor-related prizes in the Wyoming AIS Boater Appreciation Raffle. The grand prize features two kayaks, and secondary prizes include a guided trout fishing trip.
Boaters in the state would pay an annual aquatic nuisance fee of $25, and out-of-state boaters would need to pay $50.
With the industry in the midst of the busy winter boat show season – a crucial selling period – the National Marine Manufacturers Association recently announced that unit sales of new powerboats are expected to be up 6 percent, marking an estimated 260,000 new powerboats sold last year. As consumer confidence continues to rise and boat manufacturers introduce products and…
Jim Greer recently returned home in his solar-powered boat after completing a 7,200-mile voyage running totally on solar power.
The most expensive part of my fishing gear sits on a concrete pad behind my garage. Yes, it is my boat, but it is more than just a boat. It is a very important tool that is cherished and not taken for granted. Just because you winterize your boat does not mean that the boat cannot still be utilized. There…
Open water within driving distance? Then follow these tips for productive casting and functional, safe boating all winter long.
The National Marine Manufacturers Association is touting a recent decision as a win for the recreational boating industry. Last week, a bill that would have allowed for year-round sales of higher blends of ethanol was defeated and won’t get a vote in the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee this year, the NMMA said in a news release. According to…
(Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks photo)Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks aquatic invasive species inspection stations will close for the season Oct. 15. Boaters that are still in need of an inspection can receive one at a regional FWP office. Water temperatures in both Tiber and Canyon Ferry Reservoirs will be below the levels to allow invasive mussels to spawn, dramatically…
Yamaha’s Landry and Meeler share winterization tips with Outdoor News’ Kristen Monroe.
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