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Follow on Google News | 2012 Progressive Insurance® Atlanta Boat Show Sets Sail for Golden Anniversary January 12-15Southeast’s Premier Boating Event Celebrates 50 Years with Bargains, New Nautical Attractions for the Whole Family and a Chance to Invest in a Lifetime of Memories on the Water
By: Atlanta Boat Show “We’re thrilled to celebrate 50 years of bringing the best in boating to Atlanta with the 2012 Progressive Insurance Atlanta Boast Show. This year will be our best year yet with some of the biggest features ever and plenty of surprises in store for all attendees,” said Show Manager Larry Berryman. “From the hundreds of new products to discover to the wide array of interactive education and entertainment, year after year we showcase new ways that boating brings happiness to all ages. Whether looking to invest in an opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends or seeking respite from the daily stresses of work, there’s no better place to discover why life is better with a boat!” Features and attractions for the 2012 Atlanta Boat Show include: • New! Nation’s Largest Indoor Wake Park – Presented by Mountain Wake and Singleton Marine Group – Experience the country’s largest indoor wake park, shoring into the Georgia World Congress Center! The 200,000-gallon wake park features wall rides, spine kickers, quarter pipes and pipe rails. At the heart of the state-of-the- • New! Powerboat Docking Challenge – Become more confident at the helm. The Powerboat Docking Challenge is an interactive experience that pits the boater against other show attendees and the clock as they try to steer and dock a four-foot, twin-engine, remote-controlled power boat using a life-size helm station found on a traditional boat down a 20-foot pool into a marina and ultimately a slip, for a chance to win a host of prizes. • New to Boating? Welcome to the Water! – The new Welcome to the Water Center, an introduction to water activities, is a must for new boaters, providing a one-stop resource for how to get started in boating, the right boat for any budget and lifestyle, and local boating information. It also includes a ’Boating on a Budget’ section, an area showcasing a variety of boats that can be financed for $250 or less per month, as well as the New Product Showcase, featuring the latest and greatest in boating, gear and accessories. • New! DIY Seminars & Interactive Learning Center at Fred's Shed – Watch, learn and do! Do-it-yourselfers or boat owners interested in maintaining, repairing or upgrading their boat or engine can head to Fred's Shed for practical, professional advice. Free, daily seminars and talk-show format clinics cover a variety of topics, and include demos and question/answer sessions. Together, “The Boating Guy” and certified marine service technician “Fred, The Outboard Doctor,” bring more than 50 years of boating and ‘wrench-slinging’ • Family Day, January 12 – Bring the kids and discover why life is better on the water. All Family Day attendees will have the chance to win a variety of great prizes, including free boat rental certificates from Park Marine, a special behind-the-scenes family tour of the Georgia Aquarium, and tickets to local sporting events. Presented by the Marine Trade Association of Metro Atlanta. • Let’s Go Fishing Center sponsored by Allstate – “Reel” fun for everyone from aspiring anglers to fishing fanatics, the Let’s Go Fishing Center sponsored by Allstate provides free, daily seminars on all-things angling, plus the chance to receive a FREE Berkley fishing gift while quantities last and a chance to win a $5,000 gift card. o Daily fishing seminars – Watch local pros demonstrate casting and fishing techniques during daily seminars covering both saltwater and freshwater fishing. o Bass Tub – Enjoy a unique underwater view and observe as fish react to and strike different lures and bait in a 5,000-gallon aquarium, stocked with native species. o COMPLIMENTARY Kids Catch & Release Fishing – Introduce the excitement of fishing to children at the catch-and-release pond, where young anglers can reel in their own catch of the day with live trout. Every day of the show, it's free for all kids12 and under. • Miss GEICO – Miss GEICO is speeding back to the show for the fourth year in a row by popular demand! One of the world’s fastest offshore racing boats with speeds of more than 185 mph and powered with the same turbine engines that flew missions in the first Gulf War, this boat will amaze any boating enthusiast seeking speed. • Sailing Seminars – Ideal for both novice and seasoned sailors, Windsong Sailing Academy will host a variety of complimentary, educational sailing seminars each day. Show Details When: Where: Tickets: Adults, $10 (16 and older) . Phone: (954) 441-3227 Web/Social Media: AtlantaBoatShow.com; Editor’s Note: Visit AtlantaBoatShow.com to sign up for a media badge or contact Anne Thomas at About the Progressive Insurance Atlanta Boat Show: The Progressive Insurance Atlanta Boat Show is produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the world’s largest producer of boat shows and the leading association representing the recreational boating industry. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers throughout the U.S. and Canada. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy advocacy, market statistics and research, product quality assurance and promotion of the boating lifestyle. For more information, visit www.nmma.org. About Progressive The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies is a leader in boat insurance and the largest seller of personal watercraft insurance in the U.S. It offers flexible, year-round coverage so boaters can go wherever they choose, whenever they choose and have peace of mind they’re protected. Specialty coverages which vary by state include On-Water Towing, Roadside Assistance, Personal Effects, Total Loss Replacement, and Pet Injury. End
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