Health Trust Renewal Packets Available October 21
NMTA members currently enrolled in the NMTA Health Trust will receive their 2026 Renewal Packets with renewal rates and details for Premera, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental and VSP Vision no later than October 21 by email from Capital Benefits Group. Employers will have until the end of November to complete their renewal. Employers with questions can […]
Q3 Boat Sales Data
University of Washington Sea Grant added preliminary September Department of Licensing sales and registration data to the Recreational Boat Sales Dashboard this week. September posted strong new and brokerage sales in both units and value. For September new boat registrations were up 18.9% in units and up 39.9% in value compared to September 2024. September brokerage registrations […]
Meet Angling4Autism – 2024/2025 NMTA Grow Boating Grant Recipient
Angling4Autism received a $1,000 grant from NMTA to expand their inclusive fishing programs for neurodiverse individuals and families. We spoke with Director of Operations John Carinha to learn more.What does Angling4Autism do?We provide fishing opportunities for individuals and families in the autism and neurodiverse communities. Our programming includes both day and multi-day fishing experiences, designed […]
Save The Date: Legislative Boating Day, Thursday, January 29, 2026
Mark your calendars and plan to join us, RBAW and fellow boating industry colleagues and advocates at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia to promote and defend recreational boating. This is your chance to meet with legislators, share the importance of our industry, and make your voice heard. Your participation strengthens our industry’s voice and […]
Join the Grow Boating Committee – Help Shape the Future of Boating
Are you passionate about growing boating in the Northwest? NMTA’s Grow Boating Committee is open to all members, and we’re looking for new voices to get involved. The committee meets on an ad hoc basis and plays a key role in guiding NMTA’s efforts to inspire more people to get out on the water year-round.Since […]
Applications Close October 31 for Grow Boating Grants
We are pleased to announce the continuation of our Grow Boating grant program for 2025 – 2026, 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, […]
Prepare for What’s Next: Dealer Week 2025, December 7-10
https://youtu.be/EX9Uu6QYcuo Time is running out to secure Early Bird rates for Dealer Week, MRAA’s premier Conference and Expo, happening December 7–10 in Tampa, Florida. This annual gathering brings together hundreds of marine dealers to share insights, explore solutions, and prepare for the future of marine retail. Early bird pricing ends September 30.In a recent Soundings Trade […]
Seattle Boat Show Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Sponsorship packages are now available for the 2026 Seattle Boat Show (January 30 – February 7). They are designed to give sponsors recognition leading up to and during the event. With a slate of new events, activities and promotions, we have something for every budget. Sponsorship options include: Display Space & Onsite Promotions Digital Advertising […]
Meet SEASTR – NMTA 2024/2025 Grow Boating Grant Recipient
SEASTR received a $1,000 grant from NMTA to support their mission of getting people of all abilities out on the water. We caught up with president and founder Erica Lichty to learn more about their work. What does SEASTR do, in a nutshell?SEASTR is a women- and diversity-led nonprofit that creates access points into the […]
Participate in Core Plus Maritime’s Try-A-Trade Event – October 22
Help introduce students to the maritime industry by participating in Core Plus Maritime’s 4th Annual Try-A-Trade event at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds in Bremerton on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. More than 500 students and educators from across Western Washington will gather to explore hands-on opportunities in maritime careers. Yes, it’s in Kitsap – but schools are traveling […]