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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
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
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
Marquis-Larson Shows Sizable Sales Growth
Third quarter numbers from Statistical Surveys, Inc., show sizable sales growth for the Marquis-Larson Group and indicate that the brands are taking share in the market segments they compete. Specifically, the Group realized growth in units and share in the highly competitive fiberglass outboard fish segment, outpacing the industry growth, and has almost […] Read More
One New Marina, Eight Others Certified as Michigan Clean Marinas
The Michigan Clean Marina Program is pleased to announce that Bouvier Bridge Marina of Fair Haven as the newest marina to join the ranks as a Certified Clean Marina, and eight more Michigan facilities have been re-certified as Michigan Clean Marinas. They are: Bay Harbor Company, Bay Harbor; Eldean Shipyard, Holland; Irish Boat Shop, Charlevoix; […] Read More
West Marine Hands Out Conservation Grants
West Marine announced the recipients of the company’s annual marine conservation grants, which are awarded to organizations working to improve and protect marine habitat. The marine products retailer said the grants, which total $30,000, are a component of its BlueFuture initiative to help create a sustainable future. The focus […] Read More
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
Yamaha Plans Expansion in Tennessee
Yamaha Boat Manufacturing USA, Inc. has announced that the company will expand operations, adding 150 new jobs in Monroe County, Tenn. The company will purchase an additional building located adjacent to its current production facility in Vonore. Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty joined Yamaha […] Read More