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Message From The Editor
Marketing investments
For those of us in the boat business with a “dealer” mindset, we see the boat shows as a special and unique in-person opportunity to reach a wider audience and the boat shows are big this year for sure. Toronto wrapped up a couple of weeks ago, Vancouver last week, Halifax and Montreal this week.
Shows are also going on across the United States. We have team members in Miami this week and there are lots of new product introductions and events happening all over.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Early Bird Sale launches for boating permits on Parks Canada’s historic canals and waterways
Parks Canada is pleased to announce its pre-season sale on select boating permits for the Trent-Severn Waterway, Rideau Canal and other National Historic Sites. Boaters can now purchase their Seasonal Lockage and Mooring permits and enjoy a discount on their visits to all the historic canals and waterways in Ontario and Quebec.
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Changing Scene
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That’s a wrap on a terrific 2024 Vancouver International Boat Show
Boating BC announced in their February 8th newsletter, “VIBS 2024 has come to a close and by all accounts it was a great success. Thanks to Linda, Amanda and the whole team at Canadian Boat Shows for pulling it off. Crowds were down slightly from last year but certainly made up for it in their enthusiasm to purchase.
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Honda Marine and Scout Boats launch new brand partnership
On February 8th, 2024, Honda Marine, a business division of Honda Power Sports & Products, announced a new brand partnership with Scout Boats, designed to deliver an additional form of boat and motor packaging that maximizes the pleasure of the boating experience while underscoring the Honda Marine mission to become the marine mobility leader...
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Events
Conch Shell Blowing Contest to Honour Florida Keys’ Conch Connection
While other locales might be famous for jazz or blues, Key West is home to its own musical art form: conch shell blowing. Aspiring “musicians” can test their skill on the shell beginning at noon Saturday, March 9, during the 61st annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest in the garden of the Oldest House Museum, 322 Duval St.
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Product Focus
Durasafe elevates electronics security with its new G-Cradle Bracket Lock for Garmin® Echomap™ Ultra
DuraSafe, a leading provider of innovative lock solutions for outdoor enthusiasts, is proud to announce the launch of its new G-Cradle Bracket lock for the Garmin® ECHOMAP™ Ultra 10” and 12” screen units. This revolutionary new security product is the only lock system available that prevents theft of the entire ECHOMAP Ultra unit, including the face plate and quick-release cradle.
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New device uses simple push switch to control lights
With the new Single Zone Lighting Control from Shadow-Caster, gaining complete control over a wide range of interior, exterior and underwater RGBW marine lighting fixtures becomes simple. The plug-and-play device uses a standard push button switch to cycle through an LED light’s color array and adjust their brightness. The innovative controller debuts at the Miami International Boat Show...
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Product Focus
Introducing the new Dickinson Marine, Newport Explorer Propane Fireplace
Dickinson Marine is so excited to finally introduce a new product that they have been working on for some time, The Dickinson Marine, Newport Explorer Propane Fireplace. This unit has been CSA approved for all RV’s, cabins, tiny homes and boats. It has many new and improved features that makes this fireplace the ideal heating appliance in any application.
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North Introduces NPL Renew Sustainable Sailcloth
Last week at the Dusseldorf boat show and simultaneously around the world including in Canada, North Sails launched RENEW, a North Panel Laminate (NPL) sailcloth for cruising boats 25 to 45 ft. RENEW sailcloth is constructed from more than 90% sustainable sources, with no sacrifice in performance or longevity.
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Just Launched
Bayliner unveils the new Pilothouse and Explorer Series joining the 2024 Trophy lineup
Bayliner Boats, a Brunswick Corporation brand, has announced the addition of five new models to its award-winning Trophy lineup. Both the Pilothouse and Explorer series, originally part of the Company’s European offering, will be making their North America debut under Bayliner’s flagship Trophy lineup.
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People
IMTRA salesman Ed Dickson retires
IMTRA has announced the retirement of Ed Dickson, who is stepping back after 37 years in sales with the company. In addition, Hernan Garcia has joined the team and will represent IMTRA and their brands in the territory that Dickson served for so many years. Dickson, who was based out of northeast Florida during his tenure, officially retired on December 31, 2023.
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Meet Nichole Wishart, MRAA Business Development Specialist
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces that Nichole Wishart has joined the MRAA team as MRAA Business Development Specialist. “We are delighted to add Nichole’s unique talents and entrepreneurial acumen to the MRAA team,” says Allison Gruhn, Vice President of Business Development.
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Calendar
Boating Industry Canada News Week now lists many in-person events such as Distributor Shows, Industry Conferences, and of course, Boat Shows. Check the listings here.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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