Month: January 2015
Congress Extends Tax Provisions for Boats
In an exceptional act of agreement, the recently departed 113th Congress did the right thing for boat owners. It extended some boat sales tax and mortgage interest deductions when filing a 2014 federal income tax return. The catch is a boat has to include a sleeping berth, cooking and toilet facilities, and is offered to […] Read More
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
Clemons Boats Adds Carefree Boat Club
Clemons Boats has added the Carefree Boat Club to further complement its full-service marine operation located in Sandusky, Ohio. “The Carefree Boat Club is a way for us to be a one-stop shop for any level of boating interest,” said Clemons Boats General Manager Jason Clemons. “Since the economic downturn we’ve seen a […] Read More
New Year, New Rules
Every year state legislators debate a wide variety of boating bills that can significantly impact our enjoyment of the water. Unfortunately, these topics don’t make headlines like the Kardashians do, so we’re here to check out some of the new and upcoming legislation that will affect boaters and fishermen in the HeartLand Boating coverage area. […] Read More
Michigan’s Recreational Boating Industries Educational Foundation Re-launch Announced
The Recreational Boating Industries Educational Foundation (RBIEF) Board of Directors is proud to announce a new direction for the foundation, which was established in 1986 by the Michigan Boating Industries Association and has the mission to advance, promote and protect the recreational marine industry in Michigan. “In our efforts to advance […] Read More
Profile: Orange Beach Marina
Depending on the season, two very different experiences await boaters at Orange Beach Marina in Orange Beach, Ala. And if year-round business at this big, full-service facility in the center of the Gulf Coast is any indication, the clientele wouldn’t want it any other way. “It’s busy during the summer, with a lot […] Read More