Bayliner Boats - Michigan City In-Water Boat Show Report

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Organizers from the Michigan City In-Water Boat Show were happy with this years increased attendance.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — Attendance at the Michigan City In-Water Boat Show, which ended Sunday, was up 7 percent as compared to 2007, and dealers reported that sales were good, organizers reported in a report earlier this week.

“We had perfect weather during the setup week and I think that put everyone in a good mood,” said Show Manager Ken Alvey. “By the time the show opened, the exhibitors were upbeat and ready to sell boats. It is essential these days to have a positive attitude in order to get visitors into a buying state of mind.”

All residents of LaPorte County, Ind. – which contains Michigan City – were allowed into the show for free on opening day, Aug. 21. In addition, the newly-acquired Water Weenie hot dog boat was launched at the show with Michigan City Mayor Chuck Oberlie, and the Michigan City Port Authority building was renamed in posthumous honor of Hartley Job, organizers stated.

Job was the principle founder of the port authority and was instrumental in convincing the Lake Erie Marine Trades Association to organize the first Michigan City In-Water Boat Show in 1980, according to the association.

The boat show will return for its 30th year on Aug. 27, 2009 and run through Aug. 23, reported organizers. Thanks to Boating Industry for this. Michigan City show attendance up

Bayliner Boats - New Jersey Fall Boat Show Report

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. News out of New Jersey sounds like the Fall Boat Show will be one event to mark down on your calendar if your in the area.

The 21st annual New Jersey Fall Boat Show will take place Friday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 28 at the Raritan Center in Edison. Dealers representing 60 boat lines with a virtual sea of boats filling the convention center with everything from personal watercraft to 35-foot offshore cruisers.

Boat manufacturers represented at the show include: Boston Whaler, Crownline, Four Winns, Chris Craft, Chaparral, Luhrs, Grady White, Lowe, Parker, Sea Ray, Robalo, Sea Pro, Larson, Chaparral, Pro Line, Cobalt, Steiger Craft, Wellcraft, Scout, Polar, Cobia, Century, Cruisers Yacht, Bayliner Boats and many others.

Free seminars will be conducted every day by The Fisherman Magazine, along with hands on interactive "How To Clinics" Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. by noted fishing pros.

For more information visit MAC Events website at www.macevents.com or call (800) 332-3976. Show hours are Fri day: 1 p.m.- 9 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. and Sunday: 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Admission is: Adults $9; kids ages 12 to 17- $7; children under 11 free and seniors- $7. Thanks to J.B. KASPER, OUTDOORS COLUMNIST, sportsmen's Jamboree among many great September events - NJ.com

Bayliner Boats - 1997 Bayliner 57 ft. Power Boat Yahct For Sale

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Up for sale is a 1997 Bayliner 57 ft. Power Boat Yacht for sale offered by The Pilothouse King and is located in Miami Florida.

This is a one owner yacht since new and all books and records are up to date and included.

Dimensions
LOA: 57′ Beam: 17′ 2” Displacement: 49000lbs
Draft: 4′ 11”

Engines
Engine(s): MAN Engine(s) HP: 610 Hours: 675
Cruising Speed: 21 knots Max Speed: 24 knots

Tankage
Fuel: 800 gallons Water: 222 gallons Holding: 76 gallons
Accommodations
Vessel sleeps six in master, forward VIP and mid-stateroom with two twins.

Vessel Walkthrough
Enter the main salon via aft sliding door. The salon is very open and bright. A very comfortable salon/galley. To starboard aft is the wet bar with NuTone blender and U-line icemaker. The wet bar has a spacious countertop for entertaining. Forward of the wetbar is a full entertainment center housing a JVC RX318 AM/FM receiver, JVC TD-W218 double cassette deck, JVC XL-F152 five disc changer and a Gold Star color TV.

To port side is a U-shaped lounge with table and two small stools. Forward of the main salon is the galley with ample counter space and storage. Moving forward is the pilothouse with owner’s lounge and a full electronics package. Starboard of the pilothouse are steps down to the three staterooms and two heads. The pilothouse also houses the steps to the flybridge.

The master stateroom is amidship with a walk-around queen berth, ample closets and lighting. Teak doors and trim with a nice decor make this master very comfortable. Forward of the master, port side, is the second stateroom with upper and lower bunks. Forward is the VIP stateroom with walk-around queen and head and shower. The main hallway houses the full size washer and dryer as well.

Galley
Galley is bright and looking out to the main salon. The galley is well-equipped with teak floors. Creda oven, trash compactor, ample storage and a double sink with Moen faucets.

* Frigidaire refrigerator with freezer
* Water heater
* Icemaker
* Dishwasher
* Microwave

Electronics and Navigation Equipment

* Raypilot 650 autopilot
* Raytheon 210 VHF radio
* Raytheon V850 depth sounder
* Raytheon R41XX radar
* Raychart with 12” color chart plotter
* Raytheon 210 compass
* (2) compass

Electrical system

* 220 V AC electrical system
* 20 kw Westerbeke generator - 278 hours
* 80 amp Pro-mariner battery charger
* 24 V, 12 V DC electrical system
* Trace Power inverter
* 40amp Pro-Mariner battery charger
* Dockside electrical cable
* Battery parallel switch
* (8) batteries

Deck

* Anchor with lines
* Swim ladder
* Swim platform
* Freshwater wash down system
* Windshield washer and wipers
* Forward and aft docking lights
* Electric dinghy davit
* Life jackets
* Bimini Top
* Coast Guard safety package
* Glendenning cablemaster
* Electric controlled single search light
* Navigation lights
* Fenders with lines
* Windlass
* Bridge curtains
* Flybridge curtains

Engine Room/Mechanical Equipment

* Electric holding tank
* AC/Heat
* Bow Thruster
* (2) spare props
* Spare shaft
* Engine synchronizers
* 800 gallon/day Village Marine Watermaker
* Pilothouse/Flybridge engine controls
* Raw water sea strainers
* Hydraulic wheel steering
* Trim tabs
* Bilge Blowers
* Automatic bilge pumps
* Halon automatic fire extinguisher system
* Engine hour meters
* Engine temperature alarm
* Engine fuel shut-off valve

COMMENTS

ONE OWNER SINCE NEW. Excellent cruising yachts. These yachts have proven themselves in many voyages from Mexico to Alaska. This yacht spent 10 years in the Virgin Islands before being shipped back to Ft.Lauderdale on the Dock Express- where she stayed in storage up the New River until just recently. EVERYTHING WORKS!!! Throw $30k at her and you will(subject to survey) and have a quite decent boat. Don’t be shy- make an offer!

View the full listing for updated specs, pictures and contact information.

1997 Bayliner Power Boat Yahct For Sale

Bayliner Boats - Boat U.S. Names Bayliner, #2 Most Popular Boats

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Boat Owners Association of The United States, the world's largest organization of recreational boat owners, announced the 20 most popular brands of boats owned by its 650,000 members.

Leading the list

1. Sea Ray, 2. Bayliner, 3. Wellcraft, 4. Catalina, and 5. Grady White.

"Sea Ray, with 54,266 boats, is by far the most popular powerboat owned by BoatU.S. members followed by Bayliner with 32,712, Wellcraft with 17,565 and GradyWhite with 16,487. Sailboat builder Catalina, with 16,502, is the most popular sailboat owned by our readers" said BoatU.S. Magazine publisher Michael Sciulla.

The next five largest boat brands owned are Chris-Craft with 11,071, Boston Whaler with 10,979, Carver with 10,439, Hunter with 10,037 and Four Winns with 9,265.

Rounding out the top 20 boats are Pro-Line, Chaparral, Mako, Silverton, Regal, Maxum, Rinker, Pearson, Aquasport, and Larson.

"Since the average Boat U.S. member owns 1.8 boats we can say with confidence that Boat U.S. members own nearly 1.2 million recreational boats, or about 10 person of all of the registered boats in the country" said Sciulla, noting that 80 percent of members have been boating for more than ten years and that the average size boat owned is larger than 27 feet in length.

"Given their dedication to this lifestyle, it's no surprise that our members have opted for quality and value when choosing their vessels," Sciulla added. Thanks to;Boat U.S. names most popular boats | portclintonnewsherald.com | Port Clinton News Herald

Bayliner Boats - 1988 Bayliner 2155 Sunbridge For Sale

1988 Bayliner 2155 Sunbridge

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Here is a really well looked after Bayliner boat for sale. Price: $10,500.00

Location: Ottawa

Extra clean 21 ft aft cabin sleeps 4. New seats and camper top New microwave New prop with spare, New vhf radio and antenna Bathroom, kitchen, table inside and table outside 305 omc , trailer included.

More pics of boat and contact information at; 1988 bayliner 2155 sunbridge - Ottawa Boats For Sale - Kijiji Ottawa

Bayliner Boats - Festival Marina celebrates 1st Anniversary

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Festival Marina in Dubai celebrating it's first anniversary.

Island Global Yachting (IGY), the luxury marina developer and management company, will celebrate the first anniversary of Festival Marina this month, following the opening in August 2007.

As part of the celebrations Festival Marina will host the inaugural Dubai Boating Festival this October.

Built, designed and managed by IGY, Festival Marina is a unique yachting destination in Dubai.

Located at the heart of Dubai Festival City, on the banks of Dubai Creek, Festival Marina forms part of the retail resort which offers convenient access to the wide range of entertainment, shopping and eating options in the surrounding area.

The Dubai Boating Festival, a joint initiative between Festival Marina and Festival Centre at Dubai Festival City, will be held at Festival Marina on 24th and 25th October 2008.

A celebration of Dubai's strong maritime heritage, the Dubai Boating Festival is an opportunity for visitors to watch and take part in a series of regatta themed activities including dhow races, dragon boat and jet-boat rides and a historical exhibition about Dubai Creek.

Over the past 12 months Festival Marina has established a reputation as the region's leading yacht dealer showcase marina with nine yacht dealers and manufacturers represented through a number of top-of-the-range yachts available for prospective buyers to board and see at first hand.

The berth occupancy rate at Festival Marina is currently at over 100% reflecting the marina's prime location and the high quality services that IGY managed marina's offer.

The Mediterranean inspired Festival Marina encompasses 74 permanent berths with state-of-the-art facilities to accommodate 15 to 35 metre yachts.

The custom-designed marina has a number of special features including extra wide pontoons, a helicopter pad and WiFi.

Michael Horrigan, CEO of IGY Middle East and Europe commented:

'It has been an exciting 12 months for Festival Marina as it has evolved into the region's leading yacht dealer showcase marina. Festival Marina benefits from the prime Creek-side setting and the close proximity of top-end facilities within the retail resort at Dubai Festival City. The Dubai Boating Festival in October will be a fantastic opportunity for boat enthusiasts, sailors and the general public to take part in a marine-themed event which we hope will not only entertain but also educate.'

Phil Blake, Marina Manager of Festival Marina added: 'Festival Marina was created to enhance Dubai Festival City's waterfront setting, offering an array of amenities for Dubai's residents and tourists alike. Exclusive features, such as a private helipad and commercial helicopter services available on site, make Festival Marina stand apart from other marina facilities within the region.'

In keeping with its international appeal, Festival Marina will be the only facility in the UAE with quay side mooring as is found in the waterside towns of Europe.

This feature allows visiting yachts to moor directly at the Festival Centre's doorstep, so passengers can go ashore and spend the day at Dubai Festival City.

Yachts berthed at other marinas around Dubai will now have more freedom to explore the upper reaches of the Creek.

Overlooking Festival Marina, Festival Centre has become a major attraction for the yachting circuit. The retail resort is home to over 400 shops including 15 anchor stores and 60 restaurants and cafés, a 12 screen Grand Cinemas complex and Bowling City.

The waterfront promenade links Festival Marina to the world renowned InterContinental and Crowne Plaza Hotels and Events Centre and by 2010 the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel, all with prime waterfront views over Festival Marina, Dubai Creek and the city's skyline. Thanks to; Festival Marina celebrates first anniversary | Island Global Yachting (IGY)

Bayliner Boats - 2008 Bayliner Ciera For Sale

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Here is a beauty of a boat for sale. Check it out.

2008 Bayliner 2455 Ciera LIKE NEW!! $49,999.00 CAD

Boat Details
Make:	Bayliner
Model:	Ciera
Year:	2008
Length:	24ft in
Beam:	8ft 6in
Engine Details
Engine:	Mercruiser 5.0L
# of Engines:	1
Drive:	Inboard/Outboard
Hours:	4
Fuel Type:	Gas
Features Electronics: Compass, depth sounder, VHF radio, speedometer, stereo Interior: Hot water, shore power, battery charger, fire extinguisher, horn, pumpout head, shower, dinette, carpet, hi-lo table, sofa, sleeper, refridgerator, freezer, stove, sink, microwave Exterior: swim platform with ladder, bimini, camper top with side & aft curtains, trim tabs, windshield wipers Too see seller details and more pics of boat go to; Used Boat For Sale - 2008 Bayliner, Ciera - Ayr, Ontario

Bayliner Boats - SW Florida prepares for Tropical Storm Fay

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. MIAMI – Tropical Storm Fay is expected to come ashore close to Naples, Fla., at near-hurricane strength this morning and parts of South Florida could end up with 10 inches of rain, the Miami Herald reported in a story today.

Fay posed a potential double whammy of intense rain and a tidal surge to flood-susceptible Southwest Florida, where rain is a bigger threat than wind. The center of Tropical Storm Fay crossed Key West Monday evening, downing only a few tree limbs and power lines and causing isolated flooding.

Sustained winds neared 60 mph for much of the day, with a 71-mph gust recorded at Sand Key, about eight miles south of Key West, the newspaper reported.

National Hurricane Center Director Bill Read said Fay's failure to intensify before reaching the Keys helped Florida “dodge a bullet.” Southwest Florida may not be so fortunate, however.

If Fay hits at the right spot and time and tide, it could potentially drive inland a wall of water up to eight feet high, hurricane surge models predicted. Just about anywhere the storm makes landfall along the Gulf Coast could wind up awash in seawater, according to the newspaper.

''It's one of the most vulnerable coastlines in the entire United States for storm surge,'' Stephen Baig, a longtime National Hurricane Center surge expert who retired three weeks ago, told the Herald.

Marinas prepare
Preparations at marinas that potentially could be impacted by Fay were already well underway as the storm drew near. Cape Coral Yacht Basin in Cape Coral, Fla., sent out notices on Sunday for people to secure their boats.

“Everybody has complied,” assistant harbormaster Gary Wandrey told the Ft. Myers News-Press in a story on its Web site this morning. “We’re in good shape. People came in and took care of it.”

At Jensen’s Twin Palm Resort & Marina on Captiva, Fla., people started taking boats out of the water Sunday, the newspaper reported.

Four Winds Marina in Bokeelia, Fla., has wet slips and dry storage, and employees as well as customers have been getting ready for Fay for three days.

“A lot of our customers live on the outer islands like Useppa and Upper Captiva, so a lot have gone out to secure their homes and then bring their boats back and put them in dry storage,” general manager Janette Healy told the newspaper.

“Customers with boats in wet slips, 80 percent have pulled their boats out of the water. Some of our charter captains have put their boats on trailers. Really, the smartest thing to do is secure your boat.” Thanks to Boating Industry USA for this; SW Florida prepares for Fay

Bayliner Boats - Boat Buyers Guide

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. I don’t know about everyone else, but every time I go to the gas station and fill up my car, I can feel the pain in my wallet.

Although gas prices have gone down a bit in the past couple weeks, they have still risen greatly in the past year. But, the passion to wake board hasn’t left, and unfortunately that means that we still need to fuel our boats! So, that got us thinking here at wake board stuff, what goes into purchasing a boat? What are the most fuel-efficient boats? How does a first-timer go about purchasing a boat, what are they looking for? Well, we did some research, and you’ll love the information we’ve come up with. It’s our very own beginners boat-buying guide! Over the next week, we will be presenting our guidelines for buying a boat, and our reviews of various different boats, so stay tuned!

There are so many things to consider when buying a boat: insurance, brand, warranty, maintenance, and of course, how much it will all cost. Well, the average boater boats 75 hours/season, and 95% of boats are less than 26 feet, which does not have much of an effect on the cost of fuel. 64% of those buyers purchase less than 50 gallons of gas per season, that’s the equivalent of 2 trips to the gas station for an SUV. So, for a $500,000 large boat that uses 100 gallons in gas per weekend, if there were a $.50 increase in gas, it would result in an increase of $50 over the weekend. Whereas, a smaller boat, that only require 20 gallons a weekend will result in a $10 increase over the weekend.

That being said, now its time to figure out which boat is the right boat for you! There are so many to choose from, over 7 different brands, all with different models, features, and prices.

1. Well, one of the first questions you have to ask yourself is how often am I going to be boarding (realistically), and how experienced am I? If you are a beginner, and do not plan on boarding enormous amounts of hours for awhile, then a used or pre-owned boat may be the best way to go. If you have your heart set on a new boat, but you are a beginner, you want to make sure that you get a boat that does not create a large wake, instead get one that creates a small to medium wake, allowing yourself to increase your experience before you move on to bigger wakes.

2. Now, what is the difference between all these boats? You have inboard boats, all purpose fishing boats, bow riders, closed bow runabouts, cuddy cabins, deck boats, jet boats, pontoon boats… what do they all mean, and what is right for you? Well, for wake boarding, any of the above can work, but the best type is an inboard boat. An inboard boat has a “v-drive” engine, which is placed in the rear of the boat, near the transom. This placement allows for larger wakes. There are also ballast tanks that help weigh the boat down (generally, they can be automatically filled or emptied to regulate the weight). Most boats also have something known as a wedge, a piece of metal that I behind the propeller, and helps to shape the wake.

3. Now, there are other things to consider, other than just the boat and operating costs. Maintenance can get pricey if your boat is not well taken care of. A freshwater wash down after each use, and keeping your boat covered between uses can go a long way in the life of your boat. There are routine maintenance costs, like with most big purchases, like oil changes and winterizing.

4. Next, is where you are going to keep your boat. You can’t store it in your driveway with your car, so what is the cost of storing your boat? Well, the cheapest solution is to keep the boat on a trailer on your property. But, you can also use rack storage which keeps your boat in a covered shed. And, for those who want convenience or have larger boats, a marina slip, though a bit pricier is the way to go.

5. You also have to take into consideration insurance prices, which varies depending on the length and type, cost of the boat, and the level of coverage you are looking for. Before purchasing a boat be sure to contact your insurance agent and get quotes for insuring various boats before you make a final decision. You can always reduce your insurance cost by taking a boater’s education course too!

6. The best information you can get is from people who own or have owned boats, and can give you first hand experience, ask around, and find out what brands they liked and didn’t like. Then, go to various boat shows and dealers and talk to people about what you’re looking for and what their boats have to offer. Always make sure to test-drive the boat (yes, believe it or not you can actually do that!). It’s a lot like a car, it’s a big investment, and you want to make sure it’s the perfect fit and that you will be happy behind the wheel. Thanks to; wakeboardStuff.com: Shut up and Wake: Boat-buyer's guide part 1

Bayliner Boats - Short's Marine purchases nearby Full Tilt Marine

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Short's Marine purchases Full Tilt Marine.

After 18 years of service to the Long Neck area, David and Kathy Ritter, owners of Full Tilt Marine in Long Neck, have sold their business to neighboring Short’s Marine. The acquisition was completed Friday, Aug. 1, roughly a month after negotiations commenced between the two parties.

Donald Short, proprietor of Short’s Marine, said the deal is part of an expansion project designed to benefit his company and the local boating community. He explained that adding a well-known, reliable business like Full Tilt will allow the watercraft and motor provider to offer greater accessibility to parts and boat maintenance, as well as provide customers with a shared experience of more than 75 years in the industry.

“Full Tilt has always been a very viable and successful business,” said Short.

“What we want to do is combine the best parts of both operations to create a better boating experience for everyone.”

The main office of Short’s Marine in Long Neck currently includes a 30,000-square-foot showroom with everything from parts and accessories to full lines of Bayliner, Azure, Maxum, Bennington and Trophy boats. Acquiring Full Tilt Marine has added a 4-acre facility with a 7,300-square-foot showroom and two large service facilities. Short will continue to supply the signature Full Tilt product lines found at the new location, including Tahoe pontoons, Carolina skiff boats, Honda and Yamaha outboards and Mercury engines.

While Full Tilt patrons may see the addition of Short’s Marine products at the location in coming months, they should not expect to see big differences in pricing or service operations, said Short. “For most of the customers, it will be business as usual,” he said. “We want to make this a very seamless change so as as not to disturb [Full Tilt’s] customer base.”

The extra space now available to Short’s will also allow the business to consolidate various operations - including its canvas division and boat storage - into one central location, he said.

Although Full Tilt was Short’s Marine’s largest competitor in the area, Short claims the move was not done as a result of market pressure or to monopolize the Long Neck boating industry. The Ritters were simply ready for a change, said Short, who said the friendly transaction was mutually beneficial to both groups.

After almost two decades of being in business, the Ritters said they were happy to serve the Long Neck area, where the marina was well known for its fast and efficient work. They said that when their company started, it was a service and maintenance provider that operated out of the back of the family truck. Through hard work and with support from the community, Full Tilt developed into a well-known venue that served the entire spectrum of boater needs, said David Ritter.

“Not a lot of people know that I actually started out working in Short’s Marine 19 years ago,” he said. “We have come a long way and now is a good time for us to retire.”

The Ritters said reaching out to the community held a top priority for them. The business donated three 24-foot pontoon boats to Camp Arrowhead, did service work for the Center for the Inland Bays and often gave discounted maintenance to many coastal outreach and environmental programs. “One of the greatest things is that we have been able to meet so many people through our business,” said Ritter. “We thank everyone for their support in past years.”

For more information of Short’s Marine’s expanded products and services, call 945-1200; Full Tilt will keep its previous number, 947-1122. Full Tilt Marine is located at 26022 Julia’s Lane in Long Neck. Thanks to Tom Walsh for this. tomwalsh@capegazette.com Visit Short’s Marine at: www.shortsmarine.com

CapeGazette.com - Covering Delaware's Cape Region - Short's Marine purchases nearby Full Tilt Marine

Bayliner Boats - Boating Industry News

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Spring 2008 was a milestone for the NMEA because for the first time, NMEA Training Courses were held in Canada; the first in Toronto and the second in Vancouver.

The sessions earned great support from the marine industry in those regions.

Dealers from Eastern Canada had expressed interest in attending these courses, but with the distance, the cost of travel and the time commitment involved, many could not attend. The NMEA has listened to those concerns and is pleased to offer the courses in Halifax.

The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) is the unifying force behind the entire marine electronics industry, bringing together all aspects of the industry for the betterment of all in our business.

NMEA'S Mission is to:

• Promote the technical marine electronics dealer through education, communication, training and certification
• Strengthen the industry's reputation in the marketplace through industry standards and recognition of excellence
• Promote good business management and fair business practices among its members
• Encourage the industry to hire highly skilled and qualified technical service personnel
• Educate the boating public through publications and seminars to promote the safe and proper use of marine electronic equipment

NMEA believes that the long term profitable growth of the association is a worthwhile objective that can be achieved only in a meaningful partnership with every member dedicated to improving the marine electronics industry.

NMEA has established an extensive education and certification program. NMEA is a pioneer in providing standards for marine electronics technicians in the marine electronics industry with programs such as the Certified Marine Electronics Technicians(CMET)Program and the Marine Electronics Installer (MEI) Program.

The sessions and dates are: MEI  Marine Electronics Installer on Wednesday Sept 17th and the NMEA 2000 Networking session on Thursday, Sept. 18th, 2008.

Sessions will be held at the Four Points by Sheraton Halifax hotel in the Compass C Meeting Room. 1496 Hollis Street, Halifax. Tel: 902-423-4444

PRE-REGISTRATION IN ALL COURSES IS REQUIRED!!

NMEA Course Registration Form

MEI Marine Electronics Installer Course

NMEA 2000 Networking

www.nmea.org

Thanks to; Boating Industry - NMEA Training Courses for Halifax, NS

Bayliner Boats - Crate’s Marine Used Boat Auction Extended

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Used Pontoon Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. Due to both the volume of business and the time lost due to rain, Crates Marine Sales in Keswick is extending their usual two-day used boat auction to a third day, next Sunday, August 17th.

Boating Industry Canada was on-site and interviewed Jim Pollock of Premiere Event Management, the auctioneers hired by Crate’s to do the auction.

“This event was very successful last year and this year we have 189 Lots to go on the block. There are almost 170 boats from Sea-Doos to cruisers up to 52 feet. The rain is really cutting into the event, so we have had to continue this August 17th.

We just can’t get through it all this weekend,” Jim told Boating Industry Canada.
Although there are some older boats on the Auction Sale List, there are plenty of late-model boats to choose from.

Bidding this past weekend was enthusiastic but prices were very attractive. It would be a great place to search for a deal and many of the biggest boats are on the block August 17th. Visit www.crates.com Thanks to;Boating Industry - Crate’s Used Boat Auction Extended to August 17th

Bayliner Boats - Inaugural Emirates Boat Show International

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. The world's wealthiest city will host the inaugural Emirates Boat Show International in Abu Dhabi, 25-29 November 2008 and are inviting all interested potential exhibitors to get onboard.

Knotika Holding, a market leader in the regional leisure marine industry and organiser of prominent boat shows in Kuwait and Bahrain will manage and run the show.

The Abu Dhabi event will attract more than 150 exhibitors and 200 boats will be on display in the water and onshore at the Abu Dhabi International Marine Sports Club (ADIMSC).

Visitors will see a range of the latest leisure marine products, from multi-million dollar motor yachts to jet skis, wakeboarding boats and equipment, sailing dinghies and diving gear, marine accessories and electronics. The show will be open to both the trade and the public.

Demonstrating their confidence in the Abu Dhabi marine market and Knotika’s ability to organise a world class boat show, Emirates Boat Show International has secured bookings from some of the best known brands such as - Aicon, Azimuth, Bayliner, Beneteau Yachts, Cabo, Carver, Doral, Elegance, Four Winns, Gulf Craft, Hatteras, Jeanneau, Larson, Mastercraft, Maxum, Palm Marine, Princess Yachts, SeaRay, Silver Craft, Tige, Wellcraft.

Under the patronage of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Member of the Executive Council, the inaugural Emirates Boat Show International will showcase Abu Dhabi as an emerging leisure marine power house in the GCC reflecting the enormous amount of marine related development and infrastructure currently planned and under construction as well as the love and passion of the people for boating.

Ahmed Al-Romaithi, Member of the Executive Committee of Abu Dhabi International Marine Sports Club (ADMISC) has commented that the EBSI achieved support and patronage of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Khalifa due to his vision of reflecting the modern face of Abu Dhabi and its unique capabilities in order to host and present such international events.

This event is organised with close collaboration between the ADMISC and Knotika Boat Shows who has the expertise in this domain on international level in coordination with Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority and Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

Underlining the reasons for selecting Abu Dhabi as the venue, Saeed Hareb, Chairman of Knotika Holding said, “Abu Dhabi is an obvious choice for a boat show as it is the richest of the oil-laden United Arab Emirates, has a large expatriate population and is aiming to transform itself into a global tourist destination.”

Mr. Hareb noted that Abu Dhabi benefits from a cosmopolitan outlook in a politically stable country with a liberal economy. “Diverse sports & leisure pursuits are part of the active lifestyle residents enjoy in Abu Dhabi and the most recently announced 2009 Formula 1™ Abu Dhabi Prix, Ferrari Theme Park and Warner Brothers Theme Park are all situated on the Yas Island, a 2,500 hectare Island development,” Mr. Hareb remarked.

Forbes magazine recently reported Abu Dhabi as the world's richest city. Responsible for more than 90 percent of the UAE’s oil production, Abu Dhabi possesses the fourth largest oil reserves in the world.

According to reports, Abu Dhabi has an investment fund exceeding $800 billion with more than $140 billion in government and privately-funded development projects currently underway in Abu Dhabi.

Knotika Holding which has become an integral part of the GCC marine industry has gained a unique position of confidence within the marine community in the region as a solution provider for the needs of boat owners and the industry.

“We have received overwhelming support from Abu Dhabi as the host and from the marine industry in particular with regard to the timing of the show,” said Wael Juju, CEO of Knotika Holding.

“With the Emirates Boat Show International in Abu Dhabi, we will be well on the way to providing the luxury marine industry in the Middle East with a year-round calendar of events that marine enthusiasts could look forward to.”

“For us at Knotika, Boat Shows are not just about boats, but also everything that goes with the marine lifestyle,” Juju continued.

“People do not buy a boat just to own it; they want to enjoy it; to live the culture and that is what we are bringing to Abu Dhabi. This is not simply a boat show, it is a marine lifestyle exhibition where they will be able to see and buy the latest, coolest and must-have yachts and marine products,” he concluded.

About Knotika Holding
Knotika Holding is a dynamic group of interconnected business interests focusing on servicing and developing the growth of the leisure marine industry. Established in 2004, the group is chaired by Saeed Hareb, a key leader of the marine industry in the GCC.

The company’s headquarters are at the Knotika Marine Mall situated near the 3rd interchange on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai.

The Knotika Marina Mall was a world-first in combining a diverse selection of leisure marine companies under one roof, providing not only luxury office accommodation, but also a permanent ‘boat show’ exhibition area, chandlery and boutique cafe. Thanks to Jeni Bone for this. More at www.emiratesboatshow.comSail World - Powerboat-world: Sail and sailing, cruising, boating news

Bayliner Boats - Boating Industry Show Dates

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. The following lists a series of industry related conferences and events that will be of interest to marine professionals.

Annual Ottawa International Antique & Classic Boat Show August 9, 2008 Rideau Waterway, Long Island Lockstation Port Credit In-Water Boat Show Friday, August 22, 2008, Port Credit Harbour, Ontario 1st David DeEyre Classic Golf Tournament brought to you by Boating Ontario Dealers, sponsored by Canadian Yachting and Boatcan Sept 3, 2008 Brooklea Golf & Country Club Midland (Contact OMOA to register) 2008 Toronto In-Water Boat Show September 11 - 14, 2008 Ontario Place Harbour, Toronto Squamish Nation Days & Second Annual Boat Show at the Creek September 18-21, 2008 Mosquito Creek Marina, North Vancouver, BC Symposium 2008 – Canadian Safe Boating Council September 24 – 26, 2008 Viamede Conference Resort & Spa, Stoney Lake, Ontario IBEX 2008 International Boatbuilders Exhibition and Conference October 6–8 , 2008   Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami, Florida Land ‘N’ Sea Dealer Trade Show October 15 to 17, 2008 South Point Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada Rekord Marine Dealer Show October 17 - 18, 2008 Vancouver, B.C. Western Marine Dealer Show October 19, 20, 2008 Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, BC Gill North America Dealer Rendezvous October 19, 2008 Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, Surrey, BC Mermaid Marine Products Dealer Show October 24 - 26, 2008 Crystal Palace, Moncton, N.B. Canadian Marine Trade Show November 2 and 3, 2008 International Centre, Hall 5, Mississauga, Ontario Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show October 30 - November 3, 2008 Bahia Mar Yachting Center and Broward County Convention Center Fort Lauderdale, Florida Marine Retailers Association of America (MRAA) Annual Convention November 17 - 19, 2008 Rio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada METS 2008 November 18 – 20, 2008 Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre, Amsterdam, Netherlands OMOA 2008 Conference & Trade Show November 30 - December 2, 2008 London Convention Centre, London, Ontario Toronto International Boat Show January 10 - 18, 2009 Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto boot – Düsseldorf January 17 – 25, 2009 Düsseldorf, Germany Vancouver International Boat Show February 4 to 8, 2008 BC Place Stadium and False Creek Yacht Club, Vancouver, BC Halifax Boat Show Feb 19 - 22, 2009 Exhibition Park, Halifax Ottawa Boat, Sportsmen's & Cottage Show February 26, 2009 Lansdowne Park, Ottawa, Ontario MAATS and ICAST 2009 July 15 to 17, 2009 Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida Thanks to; Boating Industry - Important Dates to Note

Bayliner Boats - Brunswick Scholarship Winner

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry.  Boating Industry Canada announced that William (David) Stringer is one of the three recipients of the Brunswick Corporation $2000 CAD college scholarships.

Across Canada children of marine dealership employees were eligible to apply. With David Brett as part of our team here at Bay Port, William applied for this scholarship to aid with his upcoming studies in Visual & Creative Arts Advanced.

Due to his outstanding academic records, and leadership abilities demonstrated by extracurricular activities, William was picked out of the many applicants to receive this scholarship.

We are delighted that Bay Port can be a part of dealer programs like this that can offer benefits to our employees and their families and we wish William all the best in his adventures.

The Brunswick Corporation manufactures Bayliner Boats.
Thanks to; Boating Industry - Receipient of Brunswick Scholarship

Bayliner Boats - $10,000 Discover Boating Contest Winners

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from North American Waterway bringing you Bayliner Boats along with news and views from the boating industry. DiscoverBoating.ca is effectively introducing more Canadians to the boating lifestyle.

Novice boating enthusiasts Debbie and Joey Keller of Richmond Hill, ON visited DiscoverBoating.ca last winter to educate themselves on getting started in boating before visiting the 2008 Toronto International Boat Show.

After their research on the website, the Kellers visited the Show and walked away owners of a new boat – plus an unexpected reward.

Upon purchasing their new boat, the Kellers entered the 2008 Show’s Buy a Boat and Win contest. Soon after, the couple received a call from the Show stating they were recipients of a $10,000 cheque, courtesy of Skippers Plan, Robertson & Robertson Insurance. And, they say they owe it all to DisoverBoating.ca.

“It was going to be our first boat so we decided to do as much research as possible. The Discover Boating website had everything we needed – we reviewed our options, read all the tips, looked at potential destinations and ran the numbers in terms of financing,” said Debbie Keller. “Of course, we never dreamed the financing part would be made much easier by winning this contest!”

For five years, the Toronto International Boat Show has made buying a boat at the Show even more rewarding with the Buy A Boat And Win program. Any attendee purchasing a boat at the Show (who completes a contest entry form) is eligible to win the $10,000 prize. This year, the Kellers took delivery of their new 20-foot Four Winns runabout at Huntsville Marine, where they received their prize.

“We’re pleased the Kellers were able to take advantage of the resources available at the Show’s Discover Boating Centre as well as online at DiscoverBoating.ca,” said Cynthia Hare, Show Manager. “The research they put into make their boating dream come true, plus their good fortune in winning this year’s $10,000 prize, ensures they’ll enjoy their summers on the water for years to come.”

Discover Boating (DiscoverBoating.ca) is a public awareness effort managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) on behalf of the North American recreational boating industry. Discover Boating programs focus on increasing participation and creating interest in recreational boating by demonstrating the benefits, affordability and accessibility of the boating lifestyle while helping to educate potential boaters and offering opportunities to experience the fun and togetherness of being on the water in a boat. There are more than 7 million Canadian boaters.

The 2009 Toronto International Boat Show runs January 10-18, 2009 at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. For more information, visit TorontoBoatShow.com. Thanks to;Boating Industry - Richmond Hill Family Wins $10,000 Discover Boating Contest