Powerboating

29th Annual Skeeter Owners’ Tournament a Success on Lake Fork

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Friday, June 16, 2023
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Skeeter Boats and Yamaha hosted the 29th annual Skeeter Owners Bass Tournament on Lake Fork, Texas, at Lake Fork Marina and Hotel in Alba, Texas, June 8 through 11.

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  • Skeeter Boats and Yamaha hosted the 29th annual Skeeter Owners Bass Tournament on Lake Fork, Texas, at Lake Fork Marina and Hotel in Alba, Texas, June 8 through 11.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230616902444/en/
    Angler Jeremy Locke caught the biggest bass “above the slot” during the 2023 Skeeter Owners' Tournament and won this year's grand prize, a Skeeter FXR21 75th Anniversary Edition bass boat.
  • “This family tournament not only brings Skeeter customers together it also gives us an opportunity to give back to Skeeter owners,” said Jeff Stone, Sr. Vice President/General Manager of Skeeter Boats.
  • The turn out and excitement around this tournament are true testaments to the passion people have for competitive fishing.”

Take Me Fishing™ Unveils a Fishing Line as Strong as the Women It Was Made For

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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In honor of National Fishing and Boating Week ( NFBW ), Take Me Fishing™, a national campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF), launched Fearless Fishing Line, a limited-edition fishing line created in partnership with Berkley®.

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  • In honor of National Fishing and Boating Week ( NFBW ), Take Me Fishing™, a national campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF), launched Fearless Fishing Line, a limited-edition fishing line created in partnership with Berkley®.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230526005301/en/
    In addition to spotlighting the life-changing benefits of fishing and boating, Fearless Fishing Line was created to encourage more women to get out on the water.
  • Take Me Fishing created Fearless Fishing Line in partnership with Berkley, a Pure Fishing brand.
  • For additional information on the campaign, including the research that inspired it and Fearless Fishing Line, visit https://www.takemefishing.org/find-your-best-self/ .

Fishing Is the Fastest Growing Activity on Boatsetter’s Platform

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
Swimming, Sports, Yachting, Sailing, Fishing, Powerboating, Outdoors, Water Skiing, Season, Gulf Coast of the United States, Woman, Multimedia, Water, Recreation, Aluminium, Renting

Boatsetter predicts the record 70-day gulf red snapper fishing season will further support interest in the Florida region this summer.

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  • Boatsetter predicts the record 70-day gulf red snapper fishing season will further support interest in the Florida region this summer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230601005445/en/
    Boatsetter, the leading marketplace for boat rentals nationwide, reports a 60% increase in fishing trip bookings.
  • According to the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation , more women and children are taking to the water than in previous years.
  • On a mission to make boating safe and accessible to all, Boatsetter is the only national boat rental platform to offer insured fishing boat rentals and professional fishing charters.

Yamaha Rightwaters™ Lends Support to 5th Annual Emerald Coast Open

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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During the 2023 Emerald Coast Open, 144 competing divers removed 24,699 invasive lionfish from the Gulf of Mexico.

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  • During the 2023 Emerald Coast Open, 144 competing divers removed 24,699 invasive lionfish from the Gulf of Mexico.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230601005082/en/
    With support from Yamaha Rightwaters™, 144 competing divers removed 24,699 invasive lionfish from the Gulf of Mexico during the 2023 Emerald Coast Open.
  • “The Emerald Coast Open helps foster healthy marine environments in the Gulf while educating the public about the damage a large lionfish population can cause.
  • “Since its inception in 2019, the Emerald Coast Open helped remove more than 72,000 total lionfish from Gulf waters,” said Alex Fogg, Coastal Resource Manager, Destin – Fort Walton Beach and Emerald Coast Open Organizer.

Fishing’s Future® Announces New Relationship with Yamaha Rightwaters™

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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(Photo: Business Wire)

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    Through the new relationship, Yamaha Rightwaters will provide Fishing’s Future® with a Yamaha F175 outboard to power its “ICAN” vessel, a 25-foot Triton® specifically designed for families with disabilities.
  • “One of the underlying missions Yamaha Rightwaters shares with Fishing’s Future® is to strengthen family bonds and teach responsible, ethical, environmentally conscious lessons,” said John O’Keefe, Senior Specialist, Government Relations, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit.
  • Yamaha Rightwaters is a national sustainability program that encompasses all of Yamaha Marine’s conservation and water quality efforts.
  • Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit, based in Kennesaw, Ga., is responsible for the sales, marketing, and distribution of Yamaha Marine products in the U.S. including Yamaha Outboards, Yamaha WaveRunners®, Yamaha Boats, G3® Boats and Skeeter® Boats.

Travelers Data Shows Collisions, Weather Among Most Common Boating Claims

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV ), in recognition of National Boating Safety Week (May 20-26), today announced the top causes of boat and yacht claims to help boaters avoid common and costly mishaps.

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  • The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV ), in recognition of National Boating Safety Week (May 20-26), today announced the top causes of boat and yacht claims to help boaters avoid common and costly mishaps.
  • Based on Travelers claims from 2018-2022, the top three causes of loss were collisions (38%), severe weather (19%) and mechanical breakdowns (11%).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230522005383/en/
    “With an uptick in boating activity in recent years, we continue to see boat and yacht insurance claims that may be preventable,” said Todd Shasha, Assistant Vice President of Personal Insurance at Travelers.
  • Monitor your local forecast and create a preparedness plan that you can follow in the event of severe weather.

Yamaha Promotes Solutions for Issues During 2023 American Boating Congress

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230517005193/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230517005193/en/
    During the 2023 American Boating Congress, Yamaha displayed several boats featuring electric power as sustainable marine fuel to illustrate new ways to reduce CO2 emissions on the water.
  • “We went to Capitol Hill to advocate for sustainable fuels and other practical solutions for industry challenges.
  • Yamaha and members of the marine industry are pursuing several solutions to decarbonization, including electrification of lower horsepower products, hydrogen fuel, and sustainable marine fuels.
  • Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit, based in Kennesaw, Ga., is responsible for the sales, marketing, and distribution of Yamaha Marine products in the U.S. including Yamaha Outboards, Yamaha WaveRunners®, Yamaha Boats, G3® Boats and Skeeter® Boats.

Take Me Fishing™ Research Reveals Women Who Fish Are Happier and Healthier

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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Women who fish are happier and healthier, according to new research from Take Me Fishing™, a national brand from the non-profit Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF).

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  • Women who fish are happier and healthier, according to new research from Take Me Fishing™, a national brand from the non-profit Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF).
  • Women who fish have greater perseverance and are more likely to say that setbacks do not discourage them.
  • Almost half of women who fish say that fishing teaches them patience and helps to develop their confidence.
  • For additional insights and to help inspire more women to try on the benefits of fishing and boating, visit takemefishing.org/find-your-best-self .

Boatsetter Has Doubled Locations for Popular Boatsetter Academy Program

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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Boatsetter , the leading marketplace for on-water experiences and boat rentals nationwide, today announced the expansion of Boatsetter Academy to eight new markets.

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  • Boatsetter , the leading marketplace for on-water experiences and boat rentals nationwide, today announced the expansion of Boatsetter Academy to eight new markets.
  • Boatsetter Academy helps us break down all three barriers,” said Scott Cockburn, Boatsetter Academy’s Director.
  • “Our goal with Boatsetter Academy is to make boating more accessible and grow the community of boaters.
  • To learn more about Boatsetter Academy, find course schedules, and course details in each location, please visit www.boatsetter.com/academy .

Take Me Fishing™ Research Reveals Women Who Fish Are Happier and Healthier

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Monday, May 1, 2023
Women, Hunting, Sports, Fishing, Powerboating, Outdoors, Other Sports, Consumer, Perseverance, Advertising, Partnership, Digital, Water, Woman, Research, Multimedia, IPSOS, Mental health, Social media, Female, Toy, Fast food, Nursing, Marketing

Women who fish are happier and healthier, according to new research from Take Me Fishing™, a national brand from the non-profit Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF).

Key Points: 
  • Women who fish are happier and healthier, according to new research from Take Me Fishing™, a national brand from the non-profit Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF).
  • Women who fish have greater perseverance and are more likely to say that setbacks do not discourage them.
  • Almost half of women who fish say that fishing teaches them patience and helps to develop their confidence.
  • For additional insights and to help inspire more women to try on the benefits of fishing and boating, visit takemefishing.org/find-your-best-self .