PRESIDENT’S CORNER


This month, Sail America’s newly elected President Josh Adams shares a brief overview and plan for the association’s future. Click for More

 

BOAT SHOW ROUND-UP


Get the latest updates on Strictly Sail Chicago, Strictly Sail Miami and Strictly Sail Pacific. Also, catch the news on Sail America’s endorsement of the Southwest International Boat Show in Texas! Strictly Sail Chicago held steady, with solid sales reports. Miami is right around the corner, with beefed-up programming and special events. On the West Coast, Strictly Sail Pacific is shaping up to be another strong show incorporating a brand new exhibit hall. And, Sail America’s endorsement of the Southwest International Boat Show is a big boost to sailing in the Lone Star State! Click for More

 

NEW SAIL AMERICA LEADERSHIP TEAM ANNOUNCED


Sail America recently announced its new president and the 2012 executive committee and board of directors.  Click for More

 

MEET THE NEW SAIL AMERICA BOARD MEMBER REPRESENTATIVES


Get to know the newest-elected members to join the Sail America Board of Directors! Click for More

 

SAVE THE DATE: SAILING INDUSTRY CONFERENCE THIS SUMMER!


Mark your calendar now for June 25 – 27 as we gear up for an outstanding 2012 Sailing Industry Conference in Newport! Click for More

 

BLUEWATER SAILING RENEWS SEMINAR SPONSORSHIP FOR 2012


George Day, publisher of Blue Water Sailing Magazine, signs up for the third year to sponsor Strictly Sail Seminars for 2012, plus adds two new shows to the seminar roster. Joining Blue Water Sailing are three co-sponsors. Click for More

 

DISCOVER BOATING SHOWCASES 2011 RESULTS


The Discover Boating campaign recently sent out an email link for the industry, to view its highly successful 2011 results, which included major milestones and achievements. Click for More

 

ECONOMIC INDICATORS – THE LATEST UPDATES


The news is encouraging on the economic front, with reports posted from a variety of sources. The latest edition of NMMA's Boating News Net notes growth in the GDP, CEO confidence, purchasing managers index, retail sales, existing family homes and light vehicle sales, while unemployment is on the decline. On the boating front, wholesale shipments and export boat and engine sales are up, while new powerboat registrations are down. Check out the most recent Boating News Net for all the details, with additional reports on consumer confidence, manufacturing growth and employment. Click for More

 

THE SAILING LIFE


The Sailing Life column spotlights the sport and lifestyle we love so well. This edition, guest author Mitch Traphaven provides an in-depth toast and profile on the one-and-only industry legend Bob Bitchin who sets sail for a new life with wife Jody, upon the sale of his venerable titles to a publishing group. It’s a great read! Click for More

 

PROGRESSIONS


News about the movers and shakers in the sailing industry. Click for More

 

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