Dealer Outlook

The May 21-27 observance takes on heightened importance with the thousands of newcomers to boating. Meanwhile, bass fishing lost a legend with the death of Ray Scott.

NOAA has started electronic tracking of charter boats in the Gulf of Mexico. Could recreational anglers be next?

With 15 percent ethanol-blended gasoline approved for summer use, “it’s déjà vu all over again.” Meanwhile, MRAA is offering a wealth of resources for dealers to get into the preowned market.

As the association marks its Golden Anniversary, recalling its successes is a reminder of the important work MTAs do and why you should be a member of one.

With inflation and the R-word a real concern, resources from the revamped Discover Boating campaign can help us continue the sales successes we’ve had in the last two years.

The value of boat shows again was solidified with a new spring show in Seattle and a chilly event on Lake Erie.

South Carolina dealers bring attention to the PREPARE Act and its infrastructure funding, while the Catawba Island Boat Show marks the start of Ohio’s boating season this weekend.

The group will focus on providing technical assistance, support and funding to regional marine associations through an initiative called Building Out Apprenticed Trades (BOAT) Jobs.

“See You Out Here” this week begins appearing through a comprehensive media strategy that includes streaming, social media channels and partnerships with influencers.

Turn off the Xbox and PlayStation, and get them on the water. They represent an important link to the future of our industry.

I’ve always believed the two are the same, but a chance to attend the Disney Institute changed my mind.

From Asian carp to bluegills, these fish have been problematic from Texas to Japan and typically become unwanted residents through unintended consequences.

The American Boating Congress is a great opportunity for our industry, dealers included, to voice concerns directly to lawmakers and congressional staff.

The Ohio Supreme Court will rule on whether to allow the construction of wind turbines in Lake Erie off Cleveland.

Norman Olsen was a life-long advocate for the sport, and his work with sailing programs from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico is a testament to his broad impact.

Dealers and organizers reported motivated buyers and abundant foot traffic for the first in-person event since 2020.

A new approach will ensure states’ data is used in a compatible way with historic estimates produced by NOAA Fisheries’ Marine Recreational Information Program.

The show drew 14,000 people while two industry associations were awarded a grant of $302,700

Might the rise and fall of the high-end fitness brand Peloton be a cautionary tale for the boating industry?

A free webinar scheduled for Wednesday will reveal the results of a study about boat ownership experiences. Also, there’s a new push keep nuclear waste of out the Great Lakes Basin.

Three tributaries flowing into Lake Erie will receive $1 billion for cleanup and restoration, and another $16 billion will help ease supply chain problems.

RBFF’s George H.W. Bush Vamos a Pescar Education Fund has grown participation among Hispanics by 41 percent from 2016 to 2021.

The Coast Guard is changing regulations for disposable fire extinguishers, and a venting tool or descending device is now required when fishing for reef fish in the federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

The free session will present the findings of a recent study examining the challenges faced by customers who bought a boat during the pandemic sales boom. Also, three of the industry’s biggest shows are underway.