Summer of Growing Boating
NMTA’s summer Grow Boating efforts are in full swing, with earned media showcasing the boating lifestyle across television, radio and digital platforms. KING 5 Evening Magazine has been on the water several times in recent weeks, hosting their show from Lake Union and Elliott Bay. The Lake Union show featured a Beneteau Oceanis generously provided by […]
Why Election Season is Boating Season
Why Election Season is Boating Season Jay Jennings, NMTA VP and Director of Government Affairs is a columnist for Nautical Northwest magazine Every election shapes the future of recreational boating. The officials elected this year will make decisions affecting everything from boating access and marina infrastructure to sport fishing, environmental policy, and the long-term health […]
Grow Boating Grant Application Now Open
We are pleased to announce the continuation of our Grow Boating grant program for 2026 – 2027, once again offering ten $1,000 grants to organizations that help get new boaters on the water, promote diversity and inclusion, and encourage current boaters to go boating more often.The application process is now open and closes October 31, 2026. […]
2027 Seattle Boat Show Application Now Live
2027 Seattle Boat Show applications were emailed and mailed to all NMTA members yesterday Tuesday, June 30. On-time applications are due on August 31 with a 50% deposit. Applications received after the on-time deadline are subject to space availability and a higher per-square-foot rate. If you do not receive your application, please contact the NMTA […]
Tee Up for Advocacy at the NMTA PAC Golf Tournament, Monday, September 21
Mark your calendars and gather your foursome—the NMTA PAC Golf Tournament returns Monday, September 21, at Harbour Pointe Golf Club in Mukilteo.Join fellow members and industry friends for an afternoon of golf, networking and friendly competition, all while supporting the advocacy efforts that help protect and strengthen Washington’s recreational boating industry. The scramble-format tournament begins […]
Annual Meeting Celebrates a Strong Year for NMTA
Thank you to all the members who joined us at the Annual Meeting last month at Queen City Yacht Club. Attendees heard from NMTA President and CEO George Harris, who shared highlights from another successful year for the Association and appreciation for the hard work and dedication of staff, Board of Trustees, committee members and volunteers […]
A Half-Century Partnership: Irwin Yacht Sales and NMTA
Celebrating More Than Six Decades of NMTA Membership Irwin Yacht Sales has been a member of NMTA since 1974 and is the longest continuously operating yacht and boat brokerage in the Pacific Northwest. Founded by Jim Irwin more than 60 years ago, today the company is owned by Matt Maynard, who established the Seattle office in 2006 […]
Reminder: New .5% Recreational Boat Tax Goes Into Effect July 1
Starting July 1, 2026, an additional tax of 0.5% applies to each retail sale of a recreational vessel in Washington State. The tax is due at the time of purchase or at the time of first use in Washington. Visit the Department of Revenue New Recreational Vessel Tax page for more information.This new tax is the result of […]
2026 Board Elections Results
Thank you to all members who voted in this year’s Board Elections. The winners who will serve a 3-year term starting July 1, 2026 are Sam Bissett (Fluid Motion), Nick Graf (Aspen Power Catamarans) and Jason Hanleybrown (Marine Floats).
Ranger Tugs: Northwest Built, Nationally Known
Celebrating More Than Six Decades of NMTA Membership Ranger Tugs has been a member of the Northwest Marine Trade Association since 1962. We caught up with Sam Bisset, VP of Marketing for Fluid Motion, LLC, the parent company, to learn more about the company’s history, evolution, and long-standing connection to the Northwest boating community.Ranger Tugs has […]