WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

At the November 2007 meeting of the MMTA Board of Directors the following firms were approved for membership in the association.  Many thanks also go to current members who proposed their colleagues for membership in the association: Marine Consulting Services and 3A Marine Service.

MILLWAY MARINA, INC., Dana Bassett  
269 Millway P.O. Box 322  Barnstable, MA  02630 
T:  (508) 362-4904  F:  (508) 362-1732
E:  info@millwaymarina.com
W:  www.millwaymarina.com  

Marina and slips, gas, storage, Yamaha & Evinrude dealer, New and used boat sales, Roth Bilt, Buddy Davis, Maritime and McKee Craft. Millway Marina is Cape Cod's premier full service marina. Our showroom includes a wide range of boats including the "Unsinkables" line from McKee Craft and motors from Johnson and Evinrude. Millway also has an ever changing selection of pre-owned boats and motors in our showroom. We stock a large inventory of parts and accessories, including those hard-to-find, out-of-production OMC items.  Our service department is headed by an OMC Certified Master Technician with over 10 years of experience. Whether you're looking to get your boat in the water in the spring, out of the water in winter, or just keep things running smoothly all year long, you can depend on our skill and dedication to meet your service needs.  For solutions to all your boating needs, please contact us. We look forward to serving you.

MY TURN, INC., Wendy Mackie, Jacky McDonough, Jill Conlon, Barbara Duffy 
156 Main Street Brockton, MA 02301
T:  (508) 580-2659 x 216  F:  (508) 580-3483
E:  wmackie@my-turn.org
W:  www.my-turn.org 

MY TURN's mission is to help youth develop goals, skills and the confidence needed to transition successfully into post-secondary education or training and the world of work. Founded in 1984, MY TURN is a community-based non-profit youth development agency working with 14 to 21 year-old in-school and out-of-school youth who are at a crossroad in their lives.  MY TURN has a long history of working with employers, educational institutions, community agencies and families to provide education, work-based learning opportunities and jobs to youth. Since its inception, MY TURN has helped more than 20,000 young adults further their education and obtain career-ladder jobs. MY TURN serves dozens of communities in cities and towns throughout New England.

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HELP WANTED? JOB NEEDED?

Have you checked out the MMTA Jobs Wanted and Jobs Available Bulletin Board lately?  Postings older than 60 days have been removed and many new listings have been added.  Did you know that MMTA members may post their Jobs Available notices at any time? Did you know that qualified candidates seeking marine industry work are always posting their credentials?   

Need a technician, sales staff or administrative help? Check out who is looking for work and post your vacancies at the MMTA Jobs Bulletin Board.

Click Here For Jobs Available -  http://www.boatma.com/jobs/bbs.pl

Click Here For Job Seekers: http://www.boatma.com/jobswanted/bbs.pl

Click Here To Visit the MMTA Careers & Education Website

MMTA GRANT & SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS STILL AVAILABLE

The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association actively supports the advancement of the recreational marine trades and the careers of individuals within by offering various means of assistance to prospective employees and incumbent workers of MMTA full-member employers.

Massachusetts Marine Trades Educational Trust (MMTET), the educational arm of the MMTA, makes funds available to assist those entering the industry, those investing in their careers within the industry, and those industry employers who invest in their staff.

As of late November limited funding was still available for distribution within the 2007 Calendar year.  Do you have an employee in whose professional training you have invested?  Do you have an employee new to the industry that needs assistance affording the tools of our trade?   If so, scholarships and grants are available, so apply today.  Funds are limited and applications are subject to approval.  

THE TOOL GRANT
These grants may be awarded to a high school senior or graduate who has secured a position within the recreational marine industry in Massachusetts with a MMTA full-member firm, and who requires financial assistance for "tools of the trade" or the like. The maximum amount of funds that may be granted to a recipient is $500.00.

THE PROFESSIONAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
This fund was established by the MMTA Board of Directors for the benefit of MMTA full members. It is designed to reimburse a portion of their expense for funding professional improvement and development of an employee who has completed training relevant to the recreational marine trades. The maximum amount of funds that may be granted to a MMTA full member meeting all requirements is up to $250.00 per employee, not to exceed $500.00 per calendar year.

Click Here to Download the Grant Applications

EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AWARD DEADLINE EXTENDED TO DECEMBER 15

The MMTA Board of Directors is honored to sponsor the 2007 Marine Employee Recognition Award. 

As small business owners and operators, like you we witness rain or shine our employees' dedication to their work, commitment to improving our customers' boating experience and faithful representation of our businesses and our reputations.  Our employees are praise-worthy and deserving of public recognition.  This award intends to recognize the contributions of non-owner employees of MMTA member firms. We invite you to nominate the individual(s) whom you believe are most deserving of the 2007 Massachusetts Marine Employee Recognition Award. 

Nomination Deadline Has Been Extended to December 15, 2007. 

Three (3) recipients will be selected to receive the 2007 Massachusetts Marine Trades Employee Recognition Award to be presented at the MMTA Professional Development Conference on January 29, 2008.  Thank you for taking the time to recognize your colleagues and ours.

Click Here To Download the Employee Recognition Award Application

EDSON ANNOUNCES KEY PROMOTION

MMTA Member Edson International is pleased to announce that Chuck Gilchrest has been promoted to National Sales Manager of their Marine Division. Mr. Gilchrest will oversee Edson's Sales initiatives in North America of the company's complete Marine product line including Sailboat, Powerboat and NavCom products. Mr. Gilchrest will also direct Edson's US and Canadian sales force and representatives. Gilchrest joined Edson in 2002 and was responsible for sales growth in Edson's powerboat products and aftermarket divisions. Chuck also managed domestic trade show participation for the company.

"Chuck has enthusiastically built market share and developed several creative marketing programs", says Will Keene, President of Edson. "We are excited to give him this opportunity to grow Edson's full domestic Marine business."

Prior to working for Edson, Chuck held several sales and communications positions within the Motor Sports industry and worked as a Regional Sales Manager and Competition Products director for Vanson Leathers of Fall River, Massachusetts. Chuck studied at Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, PA and spent several summers as a marine policeman, patrolling New Jersey intercoastal waters.  An avid boater and sailboat racer, Chuck enjoys time on the water with family and friends and is an active member of the New Bedford Yacht Club. Chuck can be reached at chuck@edsonintl.com

Edson International, celebrating its 148th year, manufactures an extensive line of marine steering systems and accessories, pump out systems and marine pumps for sail and powerboats.

Click Here To Learn More About Edson Corp.

POWERBOATING VIDEOS & PWC SAFETY SCHOOL

Want to give your customers a jump start on next season?  Want to introduce a novice to tools designed to demystify boating?  Perhaps we all can pick up some tips and tricks. 

Share this link to US Powerboating Videos with your new customers!  www.uspowerboating.com/videos/index.html

Quick and informative videos include:  Leaving A Dock, Minimum Control Speed, Pivot Turn, Holding Position, Backing, Person-In-Water Rescue, High-Speed Stop, Approaching a Mooring Buoy, Anchoring, Docking, Towing Another Boat Alongside, Rescuing a Capsized Sailboat


Let your customers know about the Online PWC Safety Scool: http://www.pwcsafetyschool.com/

America's free online source for PWC safety education. Have fun safely and responsibly. Learn about safe boating and personal watercraft, Become more knowledgeable about state rules and regulations, Earn a PWC Safety Wallet Card.

Click Here To View the US Powerboating Videos

HUMAN RESOURCE SEMINARS FROM SO. SHORE CHAMBER

The South Shore Chamber of Commerce is offering a Human Resource Seminar Series throughout the Fall and Winter.  




January 17, 2008 - Retention & Benefits
 
April 17, 2008 - Family Medical Leave Act  
 
June 19, 2008 - The 3 D's (Documentation, Discipline & Discharge)
 
Dates & Seminars are subject to change.  For more information, contact the South Shore Chamber of Commerce P: 617.479.1111 --- F: 617.479.9274 info@southshorechamber.org

Click Here for South Shore Chamber Website

CHAPMAN AWARD NOMINATION DEADLINE DECEMBER 14

NMMA is currently accepting nominations for the 2007 Charles F. Chapman Award. The Chapman Award recognizes and honors individuals or groups within the marine industry that have made outstanding contributions to the sport of boating for the benefit of the recreational boating industry and boating public. The award includes a bronze medallion and a $1,000 donation to be awarded to a marine-oriented organization selected by the recipient.  Nominations for the 2007 Chapman Award are due December 14. 

To request an award nomination form, click here to email NMMA's Bryan Welsh

CCMTA ENDORSES CAPE COD LIFE'S BOAT & RECREATION SHOW

Cape Cod Life to Launch Inaugural Boat & Recreation Expo, Father's Day Weekend - June 14 & 15, 2008. 

Cape Cod Life Publications will celebrate Cape Codders' love affair with the water with the launch of the inaugural Boat & Recreation Expo. Endorsed by the Cape Cod Marine Trades Association, the two day event will be held in Hyannis Harbor and the surrounding waterfront facilities on June 14 and 15, 2008.  The Expo will showcase a vast selection of vessels ranging from wooden skiffs to luxury cabin cruisers.

Vendors from all facets of the boating and water recreation world will be on hand to answer questions and exhibit the latest in water toys, gear, equipment and outdoor living accessories. The event will also include land and water demonstrations, contests, giveaways, children's activities, lectures and workshops with the pros. Held in conjunction with Sunday's Father's Day Car Show presented by the Hyannis Chamber of Commerce, the dual expos will create a spectacular weekend outing for dads and their families.

"We're thrilled to host what we think will be the biggest and most entertaining Boat and Recreation Expo that the Cape has ever seen," said Cape Cod Life President Russell Piersons.  "Whether you're an experienced yachtsman or you captain a kayak, this event will have something for everyone. It's for anyone and everyone who loves the water."

Opportunities currently exist for local companies and professionals to sponsor or exhibit at the Expo. ponsorship levels range from $100 for website banner advertising to $5,000 for corporate sponsorships.  For more information, contact Terri Lerman & Steve Wyman (508) 982-2879

Click Here To Inquire About the Cape Cod Life Boat & Recreation Expo

UPCOMING MARINE TRADES TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

December 11 - 14, 2007  - ABYC - Electrical Certification, Newport, RI

This 4 day course is designed for the experienced technician with at least 3 - 5 years experience working with marine electricity. The student needs to be very familiar with ABYC electrical standards. Course topics include electrical theory, lead-acid batteries, using a multi-meter, battery testing, generator sets, inverters, grounding and bonding systems, troubleshooting and more. At the time of registration, each student will be shipped a study guide which should be studied prior to class along with the ABYC standards. The class concludes with a 200 question certification exam.
For more information visit:  http://www.abycinc.org/calendar/index.cfm


December 15 - 16, 2007 - AMTECH 4 Stroke Outboard Systems, Warwick, RI

This 2-day seminar supports all 4-stroke outboard engines. Upon completion of the program the student will have a clear understanding of 4-stroke systems. We will discuss the practical theory and each systems function as they relate to the engine and to each other. Emphasis will be on finding engine failure faults, service procedures, and test equipment used.
For more information visit:  http://www.am-tech.org/parseqs.asp?Function=DisplayFAQ&iFAQ=11&Ctemplate=tmp_Chapter.asp&qTemplate=tmp_Qusetion_OneLine.asp&fTemplate=tmp_FAQ_Header.asp

January 19 - 22, 2007 - International Marina and Boatyard Conference, Atlanta, Georgia
For more information visit:  https://www.marinaassociation.org/imbc/

January 26 - 27, 2008 - Marine Refrigeration & A/C @ Mass Maritime Academy

Instructor:  Scott Sargent, World Wide Enterprises
Two days of instruction will focus on the fundamentals of refrigeration and marine air conditioning. Emphasis is placed on rules and regulations, retrofits, recovery and charging. Proper use of refrigeration tools and equipment is discussed, including leak testing, soldering, swaging and flaring. Class will also cover system components, controls and trouble shooting for marine air conditioning and marine refrigeration.
For more information call 508-540-0963 or visit:  http://www.maritime.edu/l2.cfm?page=123

February 2 - 3, 2008 AMTECH - Computers and Introduction to Engine Diagnostics, Harwich, MA
 
This course will review basic EFI controls and functions. Discussion and demonstrations will be on engine analyzers and what they do. The course will cover the manufacturer specific diagnostic software that is being used in the industry. Basic troubleshooting tips will also be discussed, as well as computer operation for marine applications.
For more information visit:  http://www.am-tech.org/parseqs.asp?Function=DisplayFAQ&iFAQ=11&Ctemplate=tmp_Chapter.asp&qTemplate=tmp_Qusetion_OneLine.asp&fTemplate=tmp_FAQ_Header.asp

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Add Grow Boating TV to your list of favorites Don't miss an episode! Now it is even easier for you to see what's new with the Grow Boating Initiative and learn about the latest developments with this important set of programs.  Every one of us has a stake in our industry: everyone has a stake in the Grow Boating campaign.

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AMERICA'S CUP "DELAYED"

AS REPORTED BY IBI Magazine

AC Management (ACM), the organisation responsible for running the America's Cup, said in a statement on Thursday that the ongoing lawsuit between BMW Oracle Racing and Team Alinghi, which represents the Société Nautique de Genève (SNG), has prompted it to postpone the event in 2009.

"During the past months, AC Management (ACM), the Société Nautique de Genève (SNG) and the Club Náutico Español de Vela (CNEV), in conjunction with the competing Challengers, have worked hand in hand to develop the rules and regulations for an event in 2009," read the statement. "These rules and regulations were agreed by all competitors and supported by the most recent entrants bringing the number of registered syndicates to eight, with an additional two currently filing entry documents."

BMW Oracle Racing (BOR), representing the Golden Gate Yacht Club (GGYC), had filed a lawsuit in July against SNG in New York state, alleging that the challenge filed by local yacht club CNEV was not valid under  the original deed of the America's Cup. It contended that Alinghi was "self-dealing" in terms of the control it would exert over the event. Six syndicates in the previous event also said that the new challenge was the "worst text in the history of the event."

But the lawsuit, said yesterday's ACM statement, "leaves the organisers no choice but to delay the event, as many indicators demonstrate a lack of viability to stage the event in 2009 to the same standards as the 32nd America's Cup." If the New York Supreme Court rules that CNEV is valid and BOR chooses not to appeal the decision, said the statement, "ACM will endeavour to work with the competitors to adapt the existing rules and regulations and put in place a new framework for an event to take place at a later stage in Valencia. Should the US Courts rule against CNEV, SNG will accept the Golden Gate Yacht Club Deed of Gift Challenge and meet them in a vessel, possibly a multihull, in accordance with the terms of the Deed of Gift."

The Golden Gate Yacht Club (GGYC), which BMW Oracle represents, said in a statement that the decision to postpone the next America's Cup by Alinghi was "unfortunate and unnecessary." "There have been many opportunities to resolve the new protocol without taking this step," said Tom Ehman, the Club's spokesman, in a statement. Ehman said the offer made last week by three challengers and GGYC to amend the protocol addressed everyone's concerns and would have enabled the event to go ahead as planned. "The club hopes it will still be possible for the event to be held in Valencia on schedule," said Ehman.

GGYC had predicted the delay a week earlier. Russell Coutts, CEO of the BMW Oracle team, said in a statement that there had been indications over recent weeks Alinghi had been planning to postpone the event for "commercial" reasons. "This confirms that the people who are supposed to promote the regatta are instead the ones who are now resisting everyone else's efforts to get it back on track," Coutts said in a statement. "There is no reason for the event to be delayed. Together with a majority of the challengers we have delivered a fair, genuine and honorable best last shot. Alinghi's rejection of this is a disgrace and can only be taken to indicate they reached a point probably long ago where they do not in fact want the event to go ahead as planned."

Louis Vuitton announced in July that it was pulling out as the major commercial sponsor of the Louis Vuitton Challenge and America's Cup event. Other analysts noted that a delay would put a heavier financial burden on teams with less funds than BMW Oracle or Alinghi.

According to www.tv3.co.nz, Team New Zealand is now denying rumors that the legal dispute between the other competitors could ruin its chance to take part in the next America's Cup. The Times reported that manager Grant Dalton told his team that if the dispute is not resolved by the end of the year, and the final race is not held in 2009, the team will close. But a Team New Zealand spokesman denied the story, saying the rumors were being promoted by a "mischievous website blog". (23 November 2007)

BOSTON ON BOARD FOR VOLVO OCEAN RACE

MARK YOUR CALENDAR - MAY 2009

The U.S. East Coast port city of Boston has been formally announced as a stopover for the 2008-09 Volvo Ocean Race. The long-awaited news that Boston will be the only North American stopover for the Volvo Ocean Race was announced at a ceremony to introduce the Boston-based entry, PUMA Racing Team to the world's press.

The U.S. entry will be skippered by top American sailor Ken Read and sponsored by the global sport lifestyle company PUMA, which has its North American and international brand headquarters in the historic U.S. city, where billions of dollars have been spent on reclaiming the harbour under its Save the Harbor/Save the Port project. PUMA Global introduced Read, their training boat (ex-ABN AMRO TWO) and the PUMA Racing Team at a function in the Boston Harbor Hotel attended by Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino, PUMA CEO Jochen Zeitz, Volvo Ocean Race CEO Glenn Bourke, Save the Harbor President Patricia A. Foley, and Secretary Daniel O'Connell of Massachusetts. Bourke said that the confirmation of Boston as a host port was a welcome addition to the new ground-breaking route which includes the Middle East and Asia for the first time in the race's 34-year history.

"Boston has a proud association with international sailing and sailors. There has been great enthusiasm from everyone involved in making the Boston stopover happen. I fully expect that Boston will put on a tremendous show when the race comes to town," he said. "It's also a major fillip for the Volvo Ocean Race and the sport of sailing to have involvement from an iconic global consumer brand such as PUMA," he added.

"There is definitely synergy between us – the Volvo Ocean Race leads the way on advanced design with the Volvo Open 70, while PUMA brings great energy and creativity to the design of their sports lifestyle products,"

Bourke said PUMA officials have worked closely with the local government in Boston to help bring the Volvo Ocean Race to the city. City of Boston Mayor, Thomas M. Menino said: "We are delighted that Boston has been selected as the only North American stopover for the 2008-2009 Volvo Ocean Race. "World Class events like this, with great partners like PUMA, Volvo and Save the Harbor/Save the Bay give folks from our neighbourhoods and visitors from across the region and around the world another reason to rediscover all that Boston Harbor and waterfront have to offer."

Two weeks of festivals and local events are planned during mid-May 2009, to celebrate the arrival and departure of the Volvo Ocean Race, Boston's maritime history and the sport of sailing.  A point-scoring in-port race will be held in Boston Harbour if the wind is in a favourable direction. Alternatively the race will be held just outside the harbour. A pro-am race, which takes place in every host port the day after the in-port race, will be held inside the harbour with racing close by to Fan Pier and Rowes Wharf. The pro-am race is not a points scoring race and does not have a set course enabling it to be tailored to suit each venue and making it a close-to-shore spectator event.

Every boat in the Volvo fleet will take part, and will be sailed by half its normal race crew, with the remainder being made up of specially invited guests. At the ceremony in Boston, PUMA Racing Team unveiled its colours on the newly-painted training boat, the former ABN AMRO TWO. "This is a special day as we introduce our PUMA Racing Team and unveil the colours of our boat in this wonderful setting of Boston Harbor," said Jochen Zeitz, CEO and Chairman, PUMA AG.

"We are extremely pleased that the City of Boston, the State of Massachusetts and Save the Harbor are welcoming the Volvo Ocean Race as an official port of call and, as a company, we are proud to be able to call Boston the home of our North American and international brand headquarters for more than a decade."

Patricia A. Foley, President, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay said: "With billions of public dollars invested in the Boston Harbor Clean-up and the Big Dig, and billions more invested in new waterfront development, we are looking forward to the fantastic opportunity that this stopover will provide to share the harbor with Bostonians, regional residents and visitors from around the world.""The Volvo Ocean Race is about the power of the sea, the wind, and the sun – and the power of people with the courage to follow their dreams," she continued. "It will provide us with a unique platform to share the message that clean water matters, and that people with the courage of their convictions can make the planet a better place."

PUMA announced its entry into the Volvo Ocean Race in late March. Skipper Ken Read was on-hand for the unveiling of the boat, after bringing her up to Boston from her training base in Newport, Rhode Island.

Volvo Ocean Race Schedule As of November, 2007 

Alicante            11 October 2008  6,500 Nm
Cape Town        15 November 2008  5,100 Nm
Middle East       19 December 2008  1,650 Nm
Kochi (India)      03 January 2009  1,950 Nm
Singapore         24 January 2009  2,500 Nm
Qingdao           21 February 2009  12,300 Nm
Brazil              18 April 2009  4,900 Nm
Boston            23 May 2009  2,550 Nm
Galway           13 June 2009  950 Nm
Göteborg         21 June 2009  525 Nm
Stockholm      2 July 2009  400 Nm
St Petersburg  4 July 2009 

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DON'T MISS THESE UPCOMING EVENTS!

January 12 - 20, 2008
New England Boat Show
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
http://newenglandboatshow.com

Tuesday, January 29th 2008
The Business Of Boating In Massachusetts
MMTA 3rd Annual Professional Development Conference
Marriott Hotel - Quincy, MA
http://www.boatma.com/conference08

February 8 - 10, 2008
Cape Cod Boat Builder's Show
Four Points Sheraton - Hyannis, MA
http://boatcapecod.org

February 18 - 20, 2008
Conference On Marine Industry Technical Training (COMITT)
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
http://www.comitt.org

June 14 - 15, 2008
Cape Cod Life Boat & Recreation Expo
Hyannis Harbor, MA
www.capecodlife.com

May 2009
Volvo Ocean Race
Only US Port of Call
Boston Harbor, MA
www.volvooceanrace.org

LINKS OF INTEREST

MARINE TRADES LINKS

2007 MA Shrinkwrap Recycling Program: http://www.boatma.com/membersonly/index.html
MA Marine Industry Careers: http://www.boatma.com/education.html
Advertise @ BoatMA.com: http://www.boatma.com/membersonly/banneradinfo.html
Link to Archived ENews: http://www.boatma.com/membersonly/archivednl.html
CZM Marina Workshop Presentations: http://www.boatma.com/czmworkshops/presentations




NAVIGATION & BOATING SAFETY

Massachusetts Tides: www.boatma.com/tides/index.html
MA Boater Safety & Education: www.mass.gov/dfwele/dle/boatrvsafe.htm
Boating Safety Education Providers & Courses: http://www.boatma.com/learntoboatsafely.html
National Association of State Boating Law Administrators: www.nasbla.org
Trailering Guide: http://www.boatma.com/pdf/Forms%20and%20Applications/Trailering%20Guide%202007.pdf 
US Coast Guard NavCenter Notice To Mariners: www.navcen.uscg.gov/lnm
US Coast Guard 1st District Boston: www.uscg.mil/d1
US National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration: www.noaa.gov
US NOAA Charts: www.chartmaker.ncd.noaa.gov

GOVERNMENT & REGULATORY 

MA Coastal Zone Management: www.mass.gov/czm
MA Department of Environmental Protection: www.mass.gov/dep
MA Find Your Elected Representatives: www.wheredoivotema.com
MA Legislation: www.mass.gov/legis
MA Office of Fishing & Boating Access: www.mass.gov/dfwele/pab
MA Office of Technical Assistance: www.mass.gov/envir/ota
MA Official Website of the Commonwealth of MA: www.mass.gov
MA Workforce Development: www.mass.gov/dwd
US EPA-Region 1: www.epa.gov/region1
US Occupational Safety & Health Administration: www.osha.gov
Boating Infrastructure Grants: http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dmf/programsandprojects/projectbig.htm#big
Clean Vessel Act Grants:  http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dmf/programsandprojects/cvabig.htm#cva

NEW ENGLAND STATES SALES & TITLING

MA Department of Revenue: www.mass.gov/dor
MA Boat Registration & Titling: www.mass.gov/dfwele/dle
ME Boat Registration: www.maine.gov/ifw/rv/boatlaws.htm
NH Boat Registration: www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/ss/marinepatrol
RI Boat Registration: www.dem.ri.gov/programs/bpoladm/manserv/hfb
VT Boat Registration: www.aot.state.vt.us/dmv/REGISTRATION/Motorboats/MOTORBOATS.htm
USCG Vessel Documentation Center: www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/vdoc/nvdc.htm

NATIONAL MARINE INDUSTRY LINKS

ABBRA: American Boat Builders & Repairers Assn: www.abbra.org
ABYC: American Boat & Yacht Council: www.abycinc.org
AMI: Association of Marina Industries: www.marinaassociation.org
AMTECH: Association of Marine Technicians: www.am-tech.org
DISCOVER BOATING: www.discoverboating.com
GROW BOATING Rising Tide Campaign: www.growboating.org
MRAA: Marine Retailers Association of America: www.mraa.com
NMMA: National Marine Manufacturer?s Association: www.nmma.org

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