Trade Show Scheduling

For the first time in its history, the New York National Boat Show will take place in advance of the holidays from December 13-21, 2008, during the height of the holiday shopping season. The world’s first and longest-running boat show, it is a one-stop resource for boating information and advice. Boating experts will be on hand to answer all of your questions and direct you the right boat for years of enjoyment. This year’s show will feature more than 1,000 of the newest and best in luxury motor yachts, cruising yachts, sport fishers, bass boats, performance boats, pontoon boats, and personal water craft, as well as fishing gear, engines, and marine accessories.

The Green Boating Zone will feature West Marine’s Go Green trade show display with “10 Green Boating Tips” to help boaters minimize their impact on the environment. Some of the products featured include the first marine cleaners to carry the EPA “Design for the Environment” (Dfe) label and the revolutionary Torqeedo, a portable electric outboard that fits inside a backpack.

Twiggy, the Waterskiing Squirrel, will showcase her skills as she skis around her custom-made heated swimming pool behind a radio-controlled boat. She will share the importance of water safety with her fans.

Captains John and Andy Hillstrand, stars of Discovery Channel’s Emmy-award winning series Deadliest Catch, will be at the show to meet fans and sign autographs.

The official kick-off of the 400^th birthday of the Hudson River will take place with a special exhibit, the Hudson River Quadricentennial Celebration.

In addition, there will be special photo opportunities for the kids with “Captain” Santa and Spongebob Square Pants.

You will also be able to enter Brunswick’s “Spectacular Holiday Giveaway” to win a $50,000 grand prize package that includes a 13-foot Boston Whaler sport boat, Brunswick Pool Table with cue rack and accessories, Poker Table and Chairs, Centennial Bar with stools, and a Life Fitness treadmill and Home Gym.

The New York National Boat Show will be held December 13-21, 2008, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 655 West 34^th Street, New York, NY 10001. For more information you can contact the National Marine Mfgs. Assoc., 148 West 37^th Street, 11^th Floor, New York, NY 10018. Telephone: (212) 984-7000. Fax: (212) 564-2728. Or visit their web site at http://www.nyboatshow.com.