Kayla Horrocks, office assistant of Idaho Water Sports in Burley, Idaho, and full-time student at Boise State University, has been selected as the recipient of the second annual MRAA Marine Industry College Scholarship, announced the MRAA Educational Foundation. The scholarship was presented to Horrocks on Sunday evening, Dec. 10, during the Marine Retailers Association of […]
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Pier 33 Marina to Host Marine Technician Training Workshops
The Marine Career Training Institute of North America has announced its dates and technical training courses for the 2018 National Marine Service Expo. NMSE ’18 will be in St. Joseph, MI Jan. 23-26, 2018, at Pier 33 Marina. After conducting NMSE in Florida exclusively since 1992, this will be the first of a new series […]
Priority One Financial Services Announces Website Launch
St. Petersburg, Florida – Priority One Financial Services, Inc., the industry’s oldest and largest F&I outsourcing provider, has announced the launch of its website for their Forest River Consumer Card Program. The Forest River Consumer Card is a revolving consumer credit card that can be used to purchase select merchandise and services at Priority One […]
Boaterz and Bikerz Hull of a Tour4 Revs Up for Summer Adventure in New England
May 31, 2017, Venice, FL – Boaterz n Bikerz of America Hull of a Tour4 is revving up for yet another awesome adventure July 15 – 22. This year’s event, dubbed “The Lobster Roll,” features a guided ride covering a thrilling mix of mountain and coastal terrain throughout New England including Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts […]
Boat Owners Warehouse Announces New Location
Boat Owners Warehouse – A fixture of the South Florida marine community since 1979 is excited to announce their fourth and newest location at 1830 SE Federal Highway, Stuart, Florida. This location will join the other 3 stores located in Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach and Riviera Beach. Slated to open April 12th 2017, this 7200 […]
Marine Sales Group, Inc. Expands in the Midwest- Acquires Lake Viking Marine
MEMPHIS, TN — Marine Sales Group, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Lake Viking Marine, Inc. Randy Tague will continue to operate Lake Viking as a member of the Marine Sales Group. “Lake Viking begins the next step in our strategy to accelerate growth and expansion with an increased focus on acquisitions,” stated Mike […]
Represent Retail Boating and Participate in ‘Boat Buyers’
As a Certified Dealer we would love to offer you the opportunity to represent the best of marine retailers and participate in Boat Buyers, which premiered on the Travel Channel last weekend and follows young families as they hunt for a new boat. The show’s producers are looking for premier marine retailers, like you, for […]
OSHA Penalties Increase 78 Percent Starting Aug. 1, 2016
All information provided by KPA OSHA PENALTIES INCREASE 78 PERCENT STARTING AUGUST 1, 2016 On June 30, 2016, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced an increase in monetary penalties for violations of OSHA standards and regulations. The increased penalties are the direct result of a provision in the 2015 Inflation Adjustment Act […]
Member Spotlight: Reed’s Marine
It all started with what Tom Johnson calls a “mid-life crisis” back in 1971 when he and a business partner decided to buy a marina in southeast Wisconsin. After dedicating his entire life exclusively to boating, Tom has decided to officially retire. His successor, the grandson of Tom’s original business partner, has been known for […]
Moose Landing Marina Selected as Ranger Tugs Dealer
Moose Landing Marina, the largest on-water facility in the Lakes Region area, has been appointed as the dealer for Ranger Tugs in Maine. Built for strength and durability, Ranger Tugs offer maneuverability and seaworthiness in a well-equipped design. Built in the U.S. at the company’s factories in Kent and Monroe, Washington, Ranger Tugs offer eight […]