MindTheZone Campaign Returns for Summer Safety on Lake Union
As Memorial Day approaches, the five seaplane advisory buoys will be reinstalled on Lake Union through Labor Day. These buoys help keep the lake safe for all users. What to Know: Flashing yellow lights mean a seaplane is landing or taking off. All lake users should move 200 feet east or west of the buoy line during this time. Now […]
NMTA Goes to the Other Washington; Advocates for Key NW Issues in Capitol Hill Meetings
Led by NMTA VP and Director of Government Affairs Jay Jennings, NMTA members wrapped up a productive two-day series of meetings on Capitol Hill during the American Boating Congress, advocating for policies critical to the health of the region’s recreational boating industry and environment. The NMTA delegation included Sunstream founders Ken and Alden Hey, Katy […]
Rain, Shine, and Sold Signs: Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show Delivers for Exhibitors Despite Spring Surprises
Despite weather that felt more like March than May—with below average temperatures and a mix of rain, wind, and sunshine—the Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest cruised ahead with confidence. From Thursday to Saturday last week, our 99 exhibitors, 240 boats, and hardworking staff kept spirits high and docks bustling. Showgoers from 31 states […]
Registration Now Open for NW Marina & Boatyard Conference, Oct. 9 – 10
Please join us October 9–10, 2025, at Maple Hall in scenic La Conner, Washington, for the NW Marina and Boatyard Conference—a dynamic event celebrating innovation, collaboration, and progress in the maritime industry. Registration is now open. This year’s conference features a refreshed program in a new setting and kicks off with a casual social event on October […]
Meet Representative Julia Reed at Annual Meeting
Our Annual Meeting is more than a yearly tradition — it’s a time to reflect on the past year’s wins, recognize those who’ve helped make them possible, and look ahead with purpose. This year, we’re proud to honor Representative Julia Reed with our Legislator of the Year Award for her outstanding leadership and steadfast support […]
Five Key Takeaways from Seattle Boat Show Research
For the third year in a row, NMTA hired GMA Research, a leading consumer research firm based in Bellevue, WA, to conduct extensive research about the 2025 Seattle Boat Show. In addition to the extraordinary Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 80% that we shared in the last edition of WaterLife, here are five key takeaways […]
Board of Trustees Elections – Please Cast Your Vote!
Board elections are underway to select three new Trustees who will serve from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028. Voting closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6, so don’t miss your chance to participate! The candidates are: Scott Anderson, CSR Marine Kelby Brown, Fournier Insurance Nick Buck-Niehaus, Sundance Yacht Sales Brian Buggenhagen, Thunder […]
Registration Now Open: NMTA Annual Meeting – An Evening of Appreciation
Join us for our Annual Meeting on June 18 as we celebrate the accomplishments of the past year — and, most importantly, show appreciation for our members and valued partners, for helping us accomplish all we do to help protect and grow recreational boating in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy heavy appetizers, drinks and great company at […]
Boost Retention & Recruitment with Affordable Dental Benefits
Offering affordable dental benefits through your association can significantly enhance your ability to attract and retain top talent. Studies show that 88% of employees consider better health, dental, and vision benefits as critical factors when choosing a job. Furthermore, 78% of employees rate dental coverage as an important benefit. Providing dental insurance not only demonstrates […]
Seattle Boat Show Earns World-Class Rating from Attendees
For the third year in a row, NMTA partnered with GMA Research, a leading Bellevue-based consumer research firm, to survey attendees at the Seattle Boat Show. The goal: gather valuable feedback and measure overall satisfaction using the Net Promoter Score (NPS) — the gold standard for assessing customer loyalty. One key question asked:“How likely are […]