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1995 - 1997

1997

February

BOAT/U.S. Opens Dallas Marine Center March 8

Allen Recognized for Editorial Excellence

BOAT/U.S. Opens Marine Center in Metairie, LA February 22


March

Buying A Boat? Get This Guide First

Here's How To Save Money On Boat Insurance

April

Boating Deaths Sink to Record Low in1996
The Top 10 Boating States

May

Free Boating Safety Course Launched on the Internet
BOAT/U.S. Launches Marine Center In Fairhaven, MA On May 17

Fuel Prices Should Plummet For Florida Diesel Boat Owners
BOAT/U.S. Launches Marine Center In Taylor, MI On May 31

June

"Obsession" Is 1997's Most Popular Boat Name

Now You Can Rent An EPIRB From BOAT/U.S. For Offshore Races Or Cruises


July

Diesel Fuel Tax To Be Repealed
Highlights from the BOAT/U.S.Magazine July 1997 Issue
Boat Damage From Hurricanes, Other Storms Tops $1 Billion


August

Custom Weather Forecast Service Launched
Life-Saving Advice for Labor Day Weekend Boaters

September


Admiral's Cup Trophy On Display At Annapolis Sailboat Show
Highlights from the BOAT/U.S. Magazine September 1997 Issue

Here's How To Protect Your Boat From Damaging Winter Weather

October

Help The BOAT/U.S. Foundation Put More Kids In Life Jackets

November

High-Tech, Low-Tech and No-Tech Holiday Gift Ideas for Boaters from BOAT/U.S.
Highlights from the BOAT/U.S. Magazine November 1997 issue


December

Thank You, El Nino: Unusually Calm Hurricane Season Ends With Little Damage

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1996

April

Help The BOAT/U.S. Foundation Put More Kids In Life Jackets

FCC Marine Radio License Is History

June

Serenity Tops List of 1996's Most Popular Boat Names
Now You Can Rent An EPIRB From BOAT/U.S. For Offshore Races Or Cruises
Boating Safety Reminder From BOAT/U.S.: Life Jackets Required On All Boats
With Nearly A Million PWC'S On The Water, Riders Urged To Take Boating Safety Courses


July

Prepare Your Boat For Bertha!
Boat Losses From Bertha Estimated At $10 Million
Senate Approves Suspension of Marine Diesel Fuel Tax
Boaters Need Extra Protection From The Sun


August

Fishing For The Future: BOAT/U.S. Launches Tag & Release Program

September

Boat Losses From Fran Estimated At $40-$50 Million

October

BOAT/U.S. Launches Bradenton, FL Marine Center October 26
An Election Day Message to Boaters from BOAT/U.S. Government Affairs Director Michael Sciulla
Roll, Roll, Roll Your Boat: Trailer Maintenance Tips From BOAT/U.S.


November

'96 Hurricane Season Damage: $60 Million
Inflatable Life Jackets Recalled
Highlights from the BOAT/U.S. Magazune November 1996 Issue

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1995

Are There Blisters on Your Bottom?

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