Potential Copper-Based Paint Restriction Lifted
A law that went into effect in 2020 potentially bans copper-based antifouling paints forrecreational boats beginning in 2026. The law also directed the Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) to conduct a scientific review on antifouling paints and ingredients by June 30, 2024.NMTA Government Affairs remains deeply engaged with Ecology, building relations with staff since before […]
2025 Seattle Boat Show Application Now Live
For best rate, applications must be received by August 31 Applications for the 2025 Seattle Boat Show were emailed to all NMTA members on June 27 and mailed yesterday, July 2. The on-time deadline for the best rate is August 31, 2025. Applications received after the on-time deadline are subject to space availability and a […]
Missed the Annual Meeting? Check Out NMTA Year in Review Presentation
Congratulations to Latham Goble Award Recipients Thank you to all our members who attended the annual meeting at the Seahawks Tunnel Club last month. The room was abuzz with members catching up with each other and making new connections. Congratulations to lobbyists Carl Burke and Doug Levy and NMTA’s legal counsel Ted Kutscher who were all awarded […]
Boater Engagement Workshop for Southern Resident Killer Whale Recovery
Thursday, June 20, 9:30-11:00 a.m and Thursday, September 12, 9:30-11:00 a.m NMTA’s president and CEO George Harris serves on the WDFW Orca Regulations Communications Advisory Group. The group and WDFW is seeking input from the Salish Sea recreational boater community to inform its education, outreach and communications work related to Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW) and the […]
Learn More About Wells Fargo Advisors’ Services on June 26
NMTA uses the services of Wells Fargo Advisors in Bellevue. Our designated financial advisor Amyna Karmali, Senior Vice President – Investment Officer, advises the NMTA and several of our members with the management of their investment portfolios and 401ks. Amyna and Sandy Cairns, Senior Wealth Planning Strategist, for Wells Fargo Advisors are hosting a meeting for […]
2024 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, 2024 are Elizabeth Bohling (Seattle Boat Company), John Dumas (Port of Anacortes) and Paul Zimmer (S3 Maritime)
Seattle Boat Show 2024 Guest Survey Results Improve from 2023
Over 2,000 guests completed the survey created by GMA Research and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive! The survey measured the importance of show features, ticket prices, show hours, shuttles, seminars, food, beverages, promotions and more. Verbatim responses collected from guests and YOY comparison from research in 2023 allows NMTA to understand if the show is […]
Swing Into Fun at the NMTA Golf Tournament – October 9
Sign up now for the annual NMTA golf tournament, October 9 at Trophy Lake Golf & Casting Club!The cost is $150 per player, and hole sponsor opportunities are available at $1,000 per hole. All proceeds will go to the NMTA PAC. Contact Katie Groseclose for more details. katieg@nmta.net Register Here
NMTA Represents at American Boating Congress
Jay Jennings, NMTA VP and Director of Government Affairs, and Tarin Todd, Foss Harbor Marina, participated in the 2024 American Boating Congress in Washington D.C. in mid-May. The annual “congress” united industry experts, leaders, and elected officials to deliberate on the challenges and opportunities within recreational boating and sport-fishing. Focusing on concerns unique to the […]
Ballots Due June 7 for Board of Trustees
Board elections are underway to select three new Board members who will serve from July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027. Ballots were emailed on May 6, and voting will close on Friday, June 7 at 5:00 p.m. If you didn’t receive your ballot or have questions, please contact Katie Groseclose – katieg@nmta.net The candidates are: Elizabeth […]