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Marine Industry Resilience
After Hurricane Ian devastated Sanibel, Marco and Pine islands, as well as other parts of southwest Florida, recreational boating’s members flew into action to help those in need
An ‘Existential Threat’ to the Marine Industry
The NMMA is calling on every industry employee and stakeholder to oppose a federal proposal that would slow many East Coast boats to 10 knots
OCEARCH Names Official Outboard Brand
Yamaha will supply the ocean conservation and research organization with F300, F150 and F60 engines.
NMMA-Backed Group Forms Invasive Species Commission
The group comprises commissioners, scientists, environmentalists, policymakers and resource managers to address the $100 billion a year problem.
Valhalla Boatworks Joins Plastics Recycling Program
The Viking Yachts unit will partner with Yamaha Marine’s Rightwaters program to recycle the protective covers that ship with its outboards
Energy Group Is Building Hydrogen Fueling Station
Hornblower Energy received an $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to build a fist-of-its-kind hydrogen production and fueling station in San Francisco.
Brunswick Appoints First Sustainability Officer
The company also released its 2021 Sustainability Report and announced it met several key goals.
Bill To Fight Invasive Species Moves Forward
The legislation is designed to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species, including zebra mussels, in U.S. waterways.
When Boats Can’t Float
From Northern California to the northern Midwest, low water levels presented serious consequences for marinas and fishing guides this summer.
Sea Tow Saves Cold-Stunned Turtles
Its Corpus Christi outfit is rescuing turtles that were affected by the deep freeze in Texas.
Officials Announce $3.8 Million in Grants for Long Island Sound
The grants will cover the Sound and watershed in New York, as well as in New England.
Berkley and BoatUS partner for Recast and Recycle Contest
The fishing gear manufacturer and BoatUS Foundation are tapping the public for better ideas on how to recycle soft bait and line.
June Tied with Earth’s Third Hottest on Record
One boat dealer says the scorching temps have been a boon to business.
South Carolina Seven Expedition Planned for July
Exploring 500 miles will raise awareness of environmental threats, organizers say.
VIDEO: Sea Life in a Different Light
As baby turtles hatch on a deserted beach in Brazil, an environmentalist pondersnature after the pandemic.
Preserving Florida’s Vital Seagrass Habitats
Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve would protect 400,000 acres.
Going Electric in The Netherlands
The city’s canal boats are going green ahead of a 2025 diesel ban.
Upstate New York lakes studied for invasive species
The studies focused on powerboat use and steward programs that aim to reduce the risk of introducing invasive species.
Boating restrictions lifted at Montana lake
Canyon Ferry Lake showed no signs of zebra mussels after three years of testing.
Florida extends catch-and-release fishing in areas affected by red tide
Snook, red drum and sea trout will be open only for catch-and-release through May 2021.
Massachusetts yard earns environmental award from Honda
The Boat Guy received the Honda Environmental Leadership Award as part of the company’s “Green Dealer” program.
Sustainable boating
New England marine-trade associations will hold their second environmental conference.