Best of Boating

Pirates of Colonial America Exhibit Premiering at Three NMMA Boat Shows

CHICAGO, IL - The National Marine Manufacturers Association announced today the premiere of the Pirates of Colonial America exhibit at three of its 2010 boat shows.

The exhibit will offer an interactive and educational attraction that can be enjoyed by the entire family and provides added value to the boat show experience.

The new exhibit offers a host of interactive features and gives visitors the opportunity to learn how pirates played an active role in early Colonial America – from selling the colonists inexpensive untaxed goods, to the start of the first North American college.

New Orleans Boat Show Shelved for 2010

CHICAGO, IL - The National Marine Manufacturers Association announced that the 2010 New Orleans Boat & Sportshow has been postponed until 2011.

“There just wasn’t enough critical mass to warrant an acceptable 2010 show for our exhibitors,” said Cathy Rick-Joule, vice president of southern shows.  “We want to continue to be the Gulf Coast’s largest and best boat show and look forward to a new day for our industry and a sustainable and strong 2011 event.”

The 41st annual New Orleans Boat & Sportshow is scheduled to take place January 5-9, 2011 at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center.

Nashville Boat Show Offers Year’s Best Deals, January 6 - 10

NASHVILLE, TN - The 24th annual Nashville Boat & Sportshow cruises into the Nashville Convention Center, Jan. 6 -10, where novice and experienced boaters alike can gather under one roof to find everything needed for outdoor fun. The five-day event has grown into Tennessee’s primary boat and marine accessory show, attracting thousands from around the Mid-South, with hundreds of the latest boats from the region’s top dealers, plus a wide selection of marine accessories and gadgets, in addition to fun activities for the entire family.

With special deals on everything from personal watercraft and sport boats to engines and electronics, plus attractions including the Affordability Pavilion and educational seminars, the Nashville Boat Show is the ideal place to compare, save and enhance your boating experience.

“The Nashville Boat & Sportshow gives visitors the opportunity to shop the largest selection of boats and accessories at unprecedented bargains with fun for the whole family,” notes Kim Muncy, show manager. “There’s no better place to shop, compare and save than this show, which offers a one-stop marketplace for every on-the-water activity, lifestyle and budget.”

WHEN:
January 6-10, 2010
Wednesday, January 6: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Thursday, January 7: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday, January 8: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, January 9: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.  
Sunday, January 10: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

WHERE:   
Nashville Convention Center
601 Commerce Street
Nashville, TN 37203

TICKETS:
$8 for adults
$4 for youth ages 13-15
FREE for children 12 and under