American Boating Conference

While not sugarcoating the economic realities ahead, there were some bright spots on the economic landscape.

On day one of the American Boating Congress, panelists discussed the balance between reopening the economy and keeping people safe.

A Democrat congressman from New Jersey and a Republican from New York are members of a caucus that takes a bipartisan approach to tackling issues.

The National Marine Manufacturers Association released the speaker lineup for the annual legislative conference, which is being held virtually.

Discounted early bird pricing ends Friday.

Attendance was up 40 percent, and Hill visits were up by a third

“But that won’t be the end of the discussion,” says Andrew Wheeler.

Wilbur Ross praises the economic power of boating and fishing, while decrying Chinese trade practices.

The marine industry meets with policymakers to discuss key issues.

The group is offering discounts to those 35 and younger to attend the American Boating Congress.

The boating and fishing industries converged on Capitol Hill from May 9-11 for the American Boating Congress and the Center Focus on Washington, concurrent events that were packed with high-profile speakers and workshops as well as meetings on Capitol Hill.

A bipartisan bill was introduced in the House of Representatives that would help make consumers aware of the risks associated with E15, or ethanol blended with 15 percent ethanol, addressing one of the industry’s main issues during American Boating Congress last week.

Members of the boating and fishing industry hit plenty of serious notes while at the American Boating Congress last week, but one speaker kept it light and focused on the unifying nature of both recreations.