BOSTON IN WATER BOAT SHOW CRUISES IN THIS WEEK!

Boston International In Water Boat Show
September 27 - 30, 2007
In The Heart of Boston's Seaport District
Inside and Dockside at the World Trade Center

The 9th annual Boston International In-Water Boat Show (BIIWBS) cruises into Boston Harbor on Thursday, September 27th to welcome thousands converging on Boston's World Trade Center (BWTC) within the heart of the Seaport District.  Through Sunday, September 30th view and explore the latest and greatest in all things boating at the BWTC's outdoor boat basin and 100,000 square feet of indoor exhibits.

Exciting new features make the 2007 Show an even greater value with broader appeal than ever before!  In celebration of the History of Boating, witness local craftsmen creating a "Massachusetts Built Boat" or partake in "boat talk" with the proud owners of antique and classic vessels on display, some of which hearken back to the Guilded Age.  Ladies, don't miss the boat this year!  Download "Ladies Free Admission" passes for Opening Day, when all guests are welcome to a fascinating look back and toward the future of Women in Boating.  With complimentary seminars throughout the Show's run ranging from Basic Boat Handling to Getting Your Captain's License, novice and experienced boaters will find plenty of reasons to hop onboard the BIIWBS.

Many a boat browser became a boat owner at the BIIWBS, considered the "buying show" thanks to the exclusive $250,000 Boat Buyer's Bonanza.  A member benefit of the show's non-profit endorser, the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association, the Bonanza distinguishes the Boston Show with financial rewards for buyers concluding sales at the BIIWBS.  Then again you may become a boat owner without buying if you guess the padlock combo of a 24 foot World Cat valued at over $100,000!

"Many visitors make a weekend out of the BIIWBS, exploring the dockside and indoor exhibits while enjoying the Seaport District's new waterfront hotels and restaurants" stated Warren Kelly, founder of Vernon Promotions and producer of the BIIWBS.  With the return of the Power Boat Docking Challenge and the chance at daily prizes, free admission for kids under 12 with an adult, direct transportation on the SilverLine, discount coupons and the daily musical vibes of the Caribbean, boaters and non-boaters alike are certain to enjoy an entertaining, informative and affordable all day event in a welcoming and fun environment. 

SEE YOU AT THE SHOW!

                  Indoor Show Hours        Dockside Show Hours

Thursday    10am - 6pm                  10am - 6pm
Friday        10am - 8pm                  10am - 6pm
Saturday    10am - 8pm                  10am - 6pm
Sunday      10am - 5pm                  10am - 5pm

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SENATOR MICHAEL MORRISSEY ADDRESSES MMTA MEMBERSHIP

Over 100 MMTA members and guests enjoyed the MMTA General Meeting and member social held at Skyline at Marina Bay on September 6th. Many thanks are due to Marina Bay and Oil Trap Environmental who hosted a pressure wash water recovery demonstration at 5:30 which was followed by the "official" meeting and remarks by Massachusetts Senator Michael Morrissey, MMTA's 2007 Legislator of the Year.
   
MMTA members and special guests were welcomed by officers, directors and staff while enjoying passed appetizers, complimentary libations and the guitar of Cape Cod's Greg Paul.  At 6:50 PM MMTA President Kurt Saunders convened the official business meeting of the association during which the report of the Nominating Committee was highlighted. 

Nominating Committee chairman Niven Damon of Atlantic Marketing gratefully acknowledged the work of the 2007 Nominating Committee which included:  Chuck Allen of A to Z Boatworks, Kevin Burke of Action Marine, Toby Burr of Burr Brothers, Craig LeBlanc of Allen Harbor Marine Service and Ridge White of Robert White Instruments.  After reciting the committee's proposed slate and soliciting additional nominations from the floor, the 2007 Nominating Committee was concluded as follows: 

FOR OFFICERS WITH A TERM ENDING IN 2008

President                                   Kurt Saunders of Saunders Boat Livery
1st Vice President                      Jack Kent, III of Bayside Marine
2nd Vice President                     Tina Marie Giambro of Port O' Call Productions
3rd Vice President & Treasurer    Doug Wielhouwer of Eastern Yacht Sales
Secretary                                   Niven Damon of Atlantic Marketing
 
FOR DIRECTORS WITH A TERM ENDING IN 2011

Director                                      Ren Nichols, Allen Harbor Marine of Harwich Port
Director                                      Richard Egan, Crosby Yacht of Osterville
Director                                      Tim Moll, Brewer's Plymouth Marine of Plymouth
Director                                      Robert Butcher of Kellogg Marine  

After motions to dispense with the reading of individual committee reports and to hold the Annual Meeting of the Association on 28 September, 2007 at Boston's Seaport World Trade Center, the official portion of the general meeting was adjourned at 7:05PM. 

President Saunders then introduced Jamy Buchanan Madeja, MMTA Government Relations & Legal Counsel, who introduced the evening's special guest, MMTA's 2007 Legislator of the Year Massachusetts Senator Michael Morrissey. 

As a multiple boat owner, brother of a harbormaster, father of a marina employee and a lifelong boater, Senator Morrissey's remarks were distinguished by his clear and comprehensive understanding of complex marine industry issues.  Addressing the subjects of maintenance dredging, abandoned vessel legislation, moorings administration and empathy for the expense and burdens of marine industry environmental compliance, Senator Morrissey demonstrated his leadership and profound knowledge of the issues that affect the marine industry in Massachusetts. 

MMTA is most grateful and appreciative of the Senator's comments and for his taking the time from his busy schedule to address MMTA membership. 

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

The following six (6) firms were recently approved for membership in the association.  Many thanks also go to current members who proposed their colleagues for membership in the association:  Bayside Marine, North American Expositions, Norwood Yacht Sales, Scott Financial Services and 3A Marine Service.

Please join us in welcoming the following new members of MMTA:

ACTIVE MARINE SERVICES, Stephan Craig, David Provencher and Michael Amelang
256 Marginal Street East Boston, MA  02128
T: (617) 567-7447 E: dave@activemarineservices.com  W: www.activemarineservices.com 
Full service marine repair facility at Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina specializing in running gear repairs, diesel and gasoline engine repair, refrigeration and air conditioning, diving and light salvage.   

ADVANTAGE YACHT SALES, Douglyss Giuliana and Jack Wasson 
58 Merrimac Street Rear Newburyport, MA  01950
T: (978) 463-3663  E: boats@advantageyachtsales.com W: www.advantageyachtsales.com
Dealer for Hunter sailboats and Albin powerboats, and a used boat dealer for quality pre-owned boats. Offers a full range of marine services between its waterfront locations in Newburyport, MA and Seabrook, NH.

FASTECH MARINE FABRICATING, Brian Woods
317R Court Street Plymouth, MA  02360 
T:  (508) 732-9779  E:  fastech@ttops.com  W:  www.ttops.com
Custom metal fabrication; fiberglass hardtops, custom canvas enclosures

HUNTER MARINE CORPORATION, John Peterson
PO Box 1030 Alachua, FL  32608
T: (386) 462-3077  E:  jpeterson@huntermarine.com  W: www.huntermarine.com
World's premiere builder of recreational sailboats from nine to forty-nine feet.
 
NEW SCITUATE YACHT CO., LLC, David and Rosa McShane
239 Dyke Road  Marshfield,  MA  02050
T:  (781) 837-0115  E: dave@scituateyacht.com  W:  www.scituateyacht.com   
We are the exclusive Luhrs dealer for 5 of the 6 New England States. Mass, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Maine and Vermont. We also have a Brokerage business.
        
ROI CORPORATION, Gary Rayberg
549 Columbian Street #200 Weymouth, MA 02190
T: (781) 682-6209 E: grayberg@roibusinessbrokers.com W:  www.roibusinessbrokers.com
ROI Corporation provides Marine based business owners with business valuation services, business brokerage services and advice on exit strategies as well as in family transfers of business ownership. We do so with confidentiality and accuracy. EST 1997.

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ABANDONED VESSEL LEGISLATION NOW KNOWN AS HB 4188

Filed at the beginning of the legislative session as House Bill 3781, Sponsored By Rep. Antjony Verga and known as An Act Relative To Abandoned Vessels was amended by House Ways & Means on September 18th, which required that a new draft be submitted and a new House Bill number be assigned. Following submission of the new draft, House Bill 4188 was immediately ordered to a Third Reading (good news). 

In the interet of keeping MMTA members up to date on the progress of Abandoned Vessel Legislation in this session, below is a summary from MMTA's legislative tracking service. 

01/10/2007 –  H Filed as HB 3781
01/11/2007 –  H Referred to Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture 
01/11/2007 –  S Senate concurred in committee referral 
04/03/2007 –  Hearing Scheduled JEN - 07/16/2007 1:00 PM A-1 
07/16/2007 –  H Reported favorably by JC on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture 
07/19/2007 –  H Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means 
07/30/2007 –  H Reported favorably by House Committee on Ways and Means 
07/30/2007 –  H Amendment(s) offered (House Ways and Means) 
07/30/2007 –  H Referred to HC on Steering, Policy and Scheduling (with amendments pending) 
08/22/2007 –  H Recommended new draft of bill, see HB4188 
09/17/2007 –  H Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session 
09/17/2007 –  Hearing Scheduled HS - 09/18/2007 11:00 AM House Chamber 
09/18/2007 –  H Amendment(s) adopted (House Ways and Means) 
09/18/2007 –  H New draft substituted, see HB4188

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FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

News From NMMA On Recreational Boating Act Senate Companion Bill

Folks,
Just a quick note to let you know that Republican Sen. Mel Martinez of Florida has introduced companion legislation to H.R. 2550. His bill, S. 2067, the Recreational Boating Act of 2007, is identical to the House bill and currently has six Republican co-sponsors:

Richard Burr (R-NC), Trent Lott (R-MS), Elizabeth Dole (R-NC), Jim Bunning (R-KY), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), John Cornyn (R-TX)

NMMA supports this legislation and will be issuing a press release shortly. The challenge now will be to recruit Democratic support for this legislation. As always, don't hesitate to get in touch with questions/concerns. Thanks for your continued interest and involvement in this issue.

Click Here To Read US Senator Mel Martinez' Press Release on S2067

SEEKING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS

The Marine Retailers Association of America Education Foundation is once again offering a matching scholarship and grant program to in partnership with marine trade associations.  To apply, complete the application and forward to erl@3amarine.com.  MMTA's education committee will select an application to endorse and submit to MRAA for consideration.  Awards will be announced at MRAA's November meeting in Las Vegas. 

KEVIN LODDER SCHOLARSHIP: DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 28, 2007
The MRAA Educational Foundation is presenting four awards for recipients to attend a one week Spader Total Management Workshop. The recipients will arrange directly with the Spader Companies to select a convenient date to attend the workshop. Applicants are State, Regional and Local MTA's.  The applying MTA will nominate one of their membership for consideration for the Kevin Lodder Scholarship. The MTA must be a MRAA member in good standing. The nominee must be a MRAA member in good standing. The nominee cannot be currently active in a 20 Group.  Applications received by MMTA will be reviewed and must be submitted to MRAA no later than October 1, 2007.

TECHNICAL TRAINING AWARDS: DEADLINE OCTOBER 12, 2007
The MRAA Educational Foundation is presenting three $1,500 awards to three state, regional or local marine trade associations to further technical training for the personnel at the dealerships. The applying state association must match the $1,500 to make the total of the award at least $3,000. The state, regional, or local marine trades association must be a MRAA member in good standing. The applying MTA should present to MRAA an outline of the qualifications that they will utilize to determine the recipient of the award. Once grants/scholarships are award by the MTA the names of the recipients must be forwarded to the MRAA Foundation. Applications received by MMTA will be reviewed and must be submitted to MRAA no later than October 15, 2007. The announcement of the three marine trade associations receiving the awards will be announced at the MRAA convention luncheon on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada.

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2,650 SPACE AVAILABLE AT QUINCY MARINA

2,650 Space Available – Quincy
Quincy. 2,650 sq. ft. marine shop.  Highly visibility location at marina with direct water access.  Contact David at Town River Marina  617-745-9813 or by email at marina@townriver.com

FALL IS FULL OF TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

TIME TO BRUSH UP ON YOUR COMPUTER SKILLS: 

OCT-NOV COURSES AT
MASSASOIT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Did you know that the Professional Development Center at Massasoit Community College in Canton offers a full curriculum of one day Computer Software Training for only $99 per course?  All are offered at Massasoit's Canton Campus at the Professional Development Center, 900 Randolph Street, Canton. 

Introduction to PowerPoint 2007
Wed., Oct. 17, 2007 (9:00 – 3:30)

Begin with learning to navigate through the new Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 interface, start a new presentation, work with templates, inserting and working with slide text, adjusting the layout and order of your presentation, inserting backgrounds, themes and objects, animation, transitions, sound and timing of slides as well as many other new Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 functions.

Introduction to Access 2007
Wed., Oct. 24, 2007 (9:00 – 3:30)

Find out how to navigate through the new Microsoft Office 2007 interface, plan your database before you begin, create a new database, setup and set parameters for fields in design view, enter data into tables, explore queries, and create and use a form. Learn these as well as many other new Microsoft Office Access 2007 features and enhancements.

Introduction to Excel 2007
Wed., Nov. 07, 2007 (9:00 – 3:30)

Learn how to navigate through the new Microsoft Office 2007 interface, manage your files, enter different data styles, format, revise and sort data, customize Excel, create formulas, use filters and subtotals as well as many new Microsoft Office Excel 2007 new and enhanced features.

Introduction to Word 2007
Wed., Nov. 14, 2007 (9:00 – 3:30)

Topics to be taught include: Learning to navigate through the new Microsoft Office Word 2007 interface, manage your files, how to use templates, professionally format your documents, how to use Auto Correct, create a form letter while exploring new and enhanced Microsoft Office Word 2007 features.

TO ENROLL: Call the Professional Development Center at (781) 821 - 2222 or (508) 588 – 9100 (Ext. 2011 or 2013) Registration information will be faxed to you. Call Today, space is limited to the first 15 callers.

INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER DISCHARGE & OSHA TRAINING FROM EBI CONSULTING

FREE Industrial Wastewater Discharge Regulation Seminar On October 30, 2007

Are your aware of the new MassDep regulatory requirements for industrial wastewater discharges to sewer systems?  If so, do you understand how the changes will impact your facility? Come learn more about the requirements of the revised program and tips for managing these issues from two industry experts.
 
John Reinhardt, dep Branch Chief for Industrial Wastewater Policy & Regulations
Bob Gingras, EBI Consulting's VP, Wastewater Compliance Programs
 
October 30, 2007 at 12 PM At The Beechwood Hotel
363 Plantation Street Worcester, MA 60523 T: 508.754.5789
 
This FREE seminar includes a complimentary lunch buffet.

John Reinhardt will explain background issues regarding these changes, and address the impact of MassDEP's new sewer regulations as they relate to industrial and sanitary sewer permitting changes. In addition, he will provide information about to whom the regulations now apply, and recommend potential strategies to complete the required forms by January 12th, 2008.

Bob Gingras will present an overview of the design process (Owner's Letter to Engineer, Development of the Basis of Design, Preparation of Plans and Specifications) and associated permitting (Special Hazardous Waste Piping Plans Approval, Design Document Approval, Facility Grade Assignment, Staffing Plan) for Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Systems.

TOP 25 BOAT STORAGE TOWNS IN MASSACHUSETTS

As of July 1, 2007

Massachusetts Town     # Of Boats Registered  

BARNSTABLE              4645
FALMOUTH                  4445
GLOUCESTER             2738
BOURNE                     2660
CHATHAM                   2604
PLYMOUTH                 2509
WAREHAM                  2416
BOSTON                      2333
QUINCY                      1996
MARBLEHEAD            1993
NANTUCKET               1974
DENNIS                      1740
MASHPEE                  1687
SCITUATE                   1667
WESTPORT                1659
YARMOUTH                1646
DARTMOUTH              1623
ORLEANS                   1524
WORCESTER             1451
IPSWICH                    1442
MARSHFIELD             1412
WEBSTER                  1409
OUT OF STATE           1353
HINGHAM                    1329
DUXBURY                    1304

REASONS TO SUPPORT CONTINUATION OF LORAN-C

Below is an article reprinted from the Fall 2007 Issue of the Lookout, the voice of the National Boating Federation.  The letter below was submitted on August 29, 2007 to the US Department of Transportation in Washington DC during the public comment period on Docket ID No. USCG 2007-28460.
 
The National Boating Federation (NBF) is an alliance of boating organizations nationwide, comprising just over two million members. We are an all volunteer 501 C3 non-profit corporation, free to represent our members independent of any commercial considerations. We support boating education, boating safety and the well being of our waterways and their best use.

NBF fully supports the continuation of LORAN-C service as a backup for and complement to GPS. We see navigational aids as a key safety component on our vessels and, like all critical components, they require backup. We do not want to undertake a harbor entrance approach in low visibility and suddenly lose our principal navigational aid and have no backup. Given the vulnerabilities of the satellite navigations systems, the proven and reliable terrestrial LORAN-C system provides the backup capability we need.

The case for backup is made by the proven vulnerability of GPS to signal loss, either unintentional or intentional. Unintentional can be from atmospheric conditions, signal blockage from a variety of causes and solar flares. A solar event on December 6 generated the Washington Post headline "Blast of Radio Waves Larger than Thought Possible Caused GPS Disruptions."  The ability to intentionally block a GPS signal was amply demonstrated recently when the Chinese "painted" some of our satellites by directing a powerful laser beam at them. The Chinese also destroyed one of its own aging satellites using a ground-based missile. Jamming devices were also used, albeit with limited success, at the outset of the conflict in Iraq.

Based on the fact that our transportation infrastructure, many key weapons systems and in some respects our national security, is dependent upon satellite navigation systems and thus needs to have backup. It remains clear that LORAN-C is the most obvious system to meet most of these requirements.
 
Finally, we would urge you to make a decision and that it be final. The Government indecision has been a disincentive to industry. Production of an integrated Loran/GPS receiver is very much needed. With no final decision on LORAN continuation, this will not happen.

From the LOOKOUT, the Voice of the National Boating Federation, Johnnie Own, Editor.

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TIDINGS & TIDBITS

PRESSURE WASHING IN A NUT SHELL BY CT-MTA'S GRANT WESTERSON

In an effort to keep Pressure Wash Water Recovery Compliance in the forefront of our member activities, below is a reprint from the September 2007 Connecticut Marine Trades Association newsletter by Executive Director Grant Westerson.  Grant does a marvelous job summing up the pressure wash water issues possible solutions. 

"It's really simple, not cheap to repair, but it is simple to understand.

You may not pressure wash the bottom of a boat and let the runoff go back into a basin, watercourse or onto the ground. The DEP and the US EPA have determined that, however clean the water is, it may not be discharged to the ground.  [Those who are discharging to the ground] must perhaps build a pad to catch the water and runoff and pump it into a container. From there the choices are run it through a filtration system and reuse it and/or discharge it into a sewer system, if you have the proper permits. Or, you can have a collection and recycling vendor pick up the used wash water and dispose of it legally. In many cases the latter choice may be the most cost effective to the tune of 25-50 cents per gallon. Quick figuring shows disposal may add a dollar/foot to your pressure washing costs. There are a number of salesmen out there hyping their system as the only one to purchase so you need to be sure that the end product will meet the standards that the DEP has set for disposal. You really need to see any system in operation before purchasing and also understand the true costs of maintenance and operation."
- Grant Westerson, Executive Director, CT Marine Trades Association

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FRESH INSPIRATION FOR OCEAN CONSERVATION: THE BLUE OCEAN INSTITUTE

As reported recently in TradeOnlyToday many segments of the recreational marine industry have lent support to the Blue Ocean Institute.  Embracing a unique approach to increasing ocean literacy, their efforts combine public outreach, sea stories, a Sea Ethic, information on sustainable fishing stocks and even a gift shop! 

The ocean displays to us a dismissive, inscrutable exterior, all motion and mood, all mask and disguise, seemingly rolling on as always, its face silent about substance, its countenance mute on content, the extent of its wrinkles never varying over time.  But don't underestimate her.  Ninety-nine percent of Life's habitable volume is in the seas, and planet Earth would likely bear abundant and complex life if no emergent land existed.  But without an ocean, this planet would merely spin unnamed three orbits from a star, its browned-out face as its own sterile moonscape.  How do we begin to acknowledge a debt of such magnitude?"

An except from Carl Safina's A Sea Ethic: Floating The Ark: 

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Friday, September 28th 2007
MMTA Annual Meeting Breakfast
Seaport World Trade Center -Waterfront Ballroom 0830 -1000 hrs
In Conjunction With the 9th Annual Boston International In Water Boat Show

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

Tuesday, January 29th 2008
MMTA 3rd Annual
Professional Development Conference
Marriott Hotel - Quincy MA

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LINKS OF INTEREST

Marine Trades Links

2007 MA Shrinkwrap Recycling Program: http://www.boatma.com/membersonly/index.html
Boater Information Pipeline Signup:http://www.boatma.com/boatersenewssignupform.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 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

Marine Industry Links

ABBRA: American Boat Builders & Repairer?s 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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