The group’s largest claim to fame is that it’s ignored.

The middle class’s growing reliance on credit, rising interest rates, and increasingly expensive boats could mean trouble for the marine industry.

Government action/inaction was cited as the main issue affecting demand, followed closely by weather.

The fishing tournament saw a 34 percent increase over 2018.

The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable becomes a strong voice in Washington.

Grassroots campaigns have found a place in advocacy.

The Modern Fish Act was a historic victory for sportfising advocates. Now what?

Nearly half of dealers say tariffs and trade are their top concerns in 2019.

Boat registrations rebounded slightly in January, boosting industry confidence.

The days are long and physically grueling, but one angler says the mental duress can be the toughest part of the job.

Economic indicators are scattered wildly, but global uncertainty and low bond yields are giving economists pause.

Management stresses that marine plan is a “mid- to long-range strategy.”

Britain’s withdrawal from EU without a deal could create chaos for American marine businesses doing business in the U.K. and Europe.

Beyond the outdoors fishing, people came from as far as Toronto to see their favorite bass fishermen at the indoors event. The Expo has also become an important launch point for new products.

Tariffs were a main topic during the Congressman’s visit.

Sterndrive, tow boats and sail were bright spots in an otherwise sluggish month.

Exhibitors at the packed Expo say there is no better place to debut bass products.

“You gotta’ be so ate up with it, you’re willing to be on the water all the time,” says one competitor.

Tow boats and PWCs led growth last year.

Long-term outlook also ticked up into positive territory.

American Sportfishing Association sponsors fly-in to advocate for restrictions on California’s drift gillnets.

Bipartisan package contains defining wins for recreational fishing.

Boston Yacht’s new logo highlights the company’s 66-year history.

MIASF’s Salty Jobs video series gives young people a snapshot of work in the marine industry

Dealers get into the apprenticeship game.

Engine manufacturers support tech training in different ways.

Despite lower boat registrations in December, analysts are upbeat about 2019.

The latest workforce initiatives from marine trade associations.

The federal government will continue to fund the Bureau of Economic Analysis’ Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account.

The builder is increasing new-product launches, expanding infrastructure and establishing new U.S. and European headquarters.

Almost every category seemed to outperform many other markets.

The event gives students a look at service, retail, manufacturing and entrepreneurial career paths.

Connecting legislators with marine businesses has been pivotal.

Dealers had contrasting feedback, but many said show sales were difficult to close.

NauticStar boats will shift to larger boats up to 39 feet.

Company will add about 200,000 square feet to the Florida plant.

Brunswick CEO David Foulkes hints at the possibility of entering new categories.

A California yacht club that discovered it couldn’t serve meals to the Coast Guard during the government shutdown looks to change ethics rules.

Nearly 100 percent of its employees say they are proud to work for the company.

Company expects tariffs to cost $85 million in 2019.

The company has hired 45 people.

November is the third consecutive month of sales declines.

Tariffs impacting boat exports

Chairman Will Keene and CEO Adam Cove look back at Edson’s 160-year history while discussing its future.

Alaska’s salmon conservation struggles are hurting its sportfishing sector.

Dealer sentiment plummets to the lowest point ever in the survey.