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Boating Improves Quality of Life
It’s a proven fact that recreational boating goes a long ways towards improving your quality of life. The minute you start to move forward on a boat, you’ll notice how easy it is to leave your troubles behind. Recreational boating fun provides a constructive outlet for entertainment that reduces stress and provides enriching opportunities for self discovery, whether it’s learning how to water ski or simply enjoying the warm glow of an evening sunset.
Boating Fun Helps you Bond with Friends and Family
Forty percent of all households, in a 2005 study by the National Marine Manufacturers Association, listed relaxing with family and friends as their favorite boating activity (followed by fishing, cruising, and waterskiing). In other words, to many people the best part about boating doesn’t revolve around the latest waterskiing tricks or the number of fish caught- the best part of boating is simply the opportunities it provides for boating fun with friends and family. Recreational boating is quality time spent away from the television set and the video games, creating an atmosphere that brings people together and creates fond memories to last a lifetime.
Boating is an Engaging and Rewarding Activity
Recreational boating offers lots of opportunities for personal growth. Whether you’re instilling your child with extra confidence as they learn how to properly secure a line, or you’re enjoying the delicate taste of fresh fish that you caught yourself, boating recreation provides many different rewards for all ages.
Recreational Boating is Easy to Learn
If you’re new to boating, take heart. With so many available boating classes and courses to choose from, you’ll be out on the water before you know it. Whether you’ve always wanted to learn how to sail, or you’re just interested in new ways to spend quality time with your family, a wealth of available boater education courses make boating easier to learn than ever. To learn more about finding boating instruction near you, please visit our boating courses page.
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Boat Shows 2007
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March 21 - 25, 2007 - ASA/Fred Hall's Fishing Tackle & Boat Show Del Mar. Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar, Calif. Event Contact: Fred Hall & Associates, (805) 389-3339.
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March 22 - 25, 2007 - Palm Beach Boat Show. Flagler Drive and Palm Beach County Convention Center, Palm Beach, Fla. Event Contact: Show Management, (800) 940-7642.
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March 22 - 27, 2007 - Greater Philadelphia Boat & Water Sports Show. Philadelphia, Penn. Contact: MAC Events, (800) 332-3976.
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March 23 - 25, 2007 - Paddlesport 2007. Garden State Exhibit Center, Somerset, N.J. Contact: The Jersey Paddler, (888) 225-2925. Canoe and kayak exposition.
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March 28 - April 1, 2007 - Tacoma Dome Boat Show. Tacoma Dome, Tacoma, Wash. Contact:O'Loughlin Trade Shows, (253) 756-2121.
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March 29 - April 1, 2007 - Boat Show & Sport Show Birmingham. Jefferson Convention Center, Birmingham, Ala. Contact: Keith Parker, (256) 642-0210.
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March 30 - April 1, 2007 - Savannah International Boat Show held at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center and In-water on the Savannah River the largest in-water and in-door boat show from North Carolina to North FL! For more information contact Event Manager, Megan Berridge at 912-596-8271 or megan@JBMShows.com
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March 30 - April 1, 2007 - Crusader Yachts Open House and Free Boat Show. Port Annapolis Marina, Annapolis, Md. Contact: Crusader Yacht Sales, (410) 269-0939.
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April 12 - 15, 2007 - Orange County Boat Show. Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, Calif. Contact: Southern California Marine Association, (888) BOAT-INFO.
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April 18 - 22, 2007 - Strictly Sail Pacific. Jack London Square, Oakland, Calif. Contact: Sail America, (401) 841-0900.
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April 18 - 22, 2007 - 34th Annual Newport In-Water Boat Show. Lido Marina Village, Newport Beach, Calif. 34th annual Newport Boat Show, the largest and oldest in-water boat show in the Western U.S., features hundreds of the finest new power boats and yachts of all types from around the world. Dubbed as “The Big Yacht Show,” Newport is an upscale show specifically for the buyers and sellers of big boats. Booth exhibits are limited to serious marine products and services like finance, insurance and equipment. With over 300 boats on display, including spectacular vessels ranging up to 100 feet in length and multi-million dollar price tags, the Newport Boat Show has acquired a solid reputation as the West's ultimate big yacht show. Information: (949) 757-5959
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April 19 - 22, 2007 - Suncoast Boat Show. Ken Thompson Park, City Island, Sarasota, Fla. Contact: Show Management, (800) 940-7642.
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April 26 - 29, 2007 - Texas International Boat Show. Corpus Christi Downtown Marina, Corpus Christi, Texas. Contact: (561) 842-8808.
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April 26 - 29, 2007 - Pacific Powerboat Show. Jack London Square, Oakland, Calif. Contact: Northern California Marine Association, (510) 614-8890.
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April 26 - 29, 2007 - Bay Bridge Boat Show. Bay Bridge Marina, Stevensville, Md. Contact: (410) 268-8828.
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May 4 - 6, 2007 - Downtown Hampton In-Water Boat Show. Downtown Hampton Waterfront, Hampton, Va. Contact: (757) 727-1276.
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May 17 - 20, 2007 - 32nd Annual Marina del Rey Boat Show. Burton Chace Park, Marina Del Rey, Calif. Information: 949) 757-5959. 32nd annual Marina del Rey Boat Show is L.A. County’s popular pre-summer boat show. More than 2,000 feet of floating dock with the latest 2007 and a number of remaining 2006 boats available to board and inspect motoryachts, sailboats, electric boats, pleasure craft. Previously owned brokerage vessels represented by California's top yacht brokers. Shoreside gear, accessory and service exhibits along with trailerable boats and inflatables from 10 to 26 feet.
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May 31 - June 3, 2007 - Dana Point Harbor Boat Show. Dana Point, Calif. Contact: Herbert Management Associates, (323) 655-2010.
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September 6 - 9, 2007 - 29th Annual Lido Yacht Expo Lido Marina Village, Newport Beach, Calif. For information call: (949) 757-5959. The 29th annual Lido Yacht Expo -- the West’s premier in-the-water “Big Boat” Fall Boat. Lido is renowned for showcasing luxurious yachts that range in length from 26 to 100 feet, with many falling into the 40-foot class. The show is a gourmet feast for boaters who long for luxury, as many of the larger-class yachts come with multi-million dollar price tags.
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