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What will you find at this year’s show? For starters—an incredible lineup of new boats. So, whether you’re looking for your first boat or your next boat, you’ll have plenty of options to shop and compare (plus take advantage of show deals and incentives). And even if you’re not planning to buy, it’s fun to see the latest innovations and cutting-edge designs.
You’ll also find a great selection of gear—accessories for all your favorite on-water activities and upgrades to enhance your time on the water. Not to mention items you didn’t know existed, or realize you needed.
Finally, to round out your day at the show, be sure to check out all the attractions and boating resources—fun activities, interactive exhibits, and entertainment, too. There really is no better place to discover boating.
We hope you enjoy the show. See you out here!
Kim Muncy Show ManagerP.S. Be sure to check out DiscoverBoating.com for boating tips, expert advice, resources and more.
Tips, tricks and DIY advice for every boater—from first timers to experienced captains.
Sponsored by Yamaha Genuine Propellers
What pitch prop should you use? Are there advantages of a 4-blade prop over a 3-blade? Which is better aluminum or stainless steel? Get answers to these questions and learn how props impact performance and fuel economy.
Sponsored by Yamalube
Stop by for a free one-on-one consultation with our certified marine technician. Get professional advice and answers to your questions enhanced by hands-on demonstrations of tools and techniques on boat and motor cutaways. Sessions are first-come, first-served.
Sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft
If you're a first-time boat owner or a seasoned do-it-yourselfer we have an array of boat maintenance topics covered for you. Are you interested in maintaining, repairing or upgrading your boat or motor, head to Fred's Shed for professional, practical advice. Daily sessions include demonstrations of techniques and tools on boat and motors and end with informative question/answer sessions. Do you have a boat or engine problem you haven’t been able to fix, stop by and ask our tech expert for some free advice. It's all FREE, compliments of the Discover Boating Nashville Boat Show.
Learn basic maintenance and how to prevent problems before they happen to keep your gas powered outboard running its best. We will dive into the carburetor and fuel injection systems of both today’s and yesterday’s boats, and look inside a motor cutaway to gain a better understanding of motor mechanics.
Sponsored by Yamalube Wondering what is best for your boat— pure gas, E10 or E15? Is there a difference between marina gas and gas from car pumps? Should you store your boat full or empty? How does ethanol affect marine engines? This session tackles fuel system basics, including the tough subject of ethanol in marine engines.
Everything you need to know about marine batteries but didn’t know who or what to ask! Listen in as our pros share their expertise and leave with the know how to solve basic electrical issues and maintain your batteries.
New to boating? Learn how to choose the right boat for you and your family and what you need to consider as you are boat shopping today. We will also dive into the “rules on the water” which are similar to the rules of the road.
Learn what to check on your trailer before you hitch up and head out to the launch ramp. This session covers all the basic parts and trailer care. Get answers to these questions and more: Why are there grease zerk fittings on my trailer axles? Or should there be? Are any tires that fit on the rim OK to use on my boat trailer?
Learn all about your water pump and its importance, and why an inline fuel filter should be considered to remove water from your fuel tank.
Learn the important steps to preparing your boat for its winter nap. We will discuss fuel storage, water draining if any, the best time to do any maintenance prior to the next season and other critical winterizing tips.
TIME
10am Talk with a Tech Pro
11am
12pm
Talk with a Tech Pro
1pm
2pm Talk with a Tech Pro
3pm
What Safety Gear Should I Have on Board?
4pm Basic Motor Maintenance Sponsored by Yamalube
5pm
6pm
What Is the Correct Fuel for My Motor? Sponsored by Yamalube
What Maintenance Does My Trailer Need?
How Do I Know If I Have the Correct Prop? Sponsored by Yamaha Genuine Propellers
Why Is the Correct Battery More Important Than Ever Before?
What Safety Gear Should I Have on Board?
Basic Motor Maintenance Sponsored by Yamalube
What Is the Correct Fuel for My Motor? Sponsored by Yamalube
What Maintenance Does My Trailer Need?
Basic Motor Maintenance Sponsored by Yamalube Winterization
How To Replace A Water Pump Talk with a Tech Pro
Winterization
What Is The Proper Way To Store Fuel In My Boat In The Off Season?
New Boater Basics Sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft
How To Replace a Water Pump
7pm
New Boater Basics Sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft
New Boater Basics Sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft
Basic Motor Maintenance Sponsored by Yamalube
8pm Talk with a Tech Pro Talk with a Tech Pro Talk with a Tech Pro
Talk with a Tech Pro
How Do I Know If I Have the Correct Prop? Sponsored by Yamaha Genuine Propellers
Why Is the Correct Battery More Important Than Ever Before?
Basic Motor Maintenance –Sponsored by Yamalube
How To Replace a Water Pump
What Is the Proper Way to Store Fuel In My Boat In The Off Season?
Fred’s Shed How-to Center— presented by Progressive® Booth 425
Tips, tricks and DIY advice for every boater—from first timers to experienced captains. Have a boat or engine problem you haven’t been able to fix? Stop by and ask our tech expert about it.
Paddle Sports Demo Pool Booth 580
Try stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), kayaking and other paddle sports. We’ll provide all the gear and instruction you need to take a demo ride—no experience needed. Check out the latest in paddle sports gear and watercraft, too.
Wake Zone— Booth 545
ENJOY LIVE MUSIC! See Dalton Elliott from Season 17 of American Idol. Booth 545
Performance Schedule:
THURS. / FRI. 4:30 pm–8:30 pm SAT. 1 pm–4pm SUN. 11am–3 pm
Don't miss out on the action! Stop by to enjoy live music, relax with food and drinks, check out new gear and water toys --plus hang with top riders!
America’s
Club’s® Boating Simulator Booth 003
Get “hands-on” practice in boating skills such as docking, pivot turns, stopping and more using a real Mercury throttle and steering wheel.
Meet Wakeboard Pros Drew Danielo, Chad Sharpe & Eric Ruck FRIDAY - SUNDAY
Get pointers and tips you can use whether you're new to wakeboarding/ wakesurfing or want to level up your skills.
You’re one-stop shop to purchase or renew your boat registration. Pick-up rules and regulations and schedules for the 2023 boating, fishing, and hunting seasons.
FRI. 5:30 pm–9 pm | SAT. 8 am–11:30 am
FREE responsible boating course offered by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) on Friday and Saturday in Show Office Hall C.
• There is no charge for the class however, you MUST purchase a Type 600 Boat Safety Exam Permit and bring it to class with you.
• Permits can be purchased anywhere hunting and fishing licenses are sold
• Online registration at https://twra.state.tn.us/BoatingEducationStudentRegistration/
• FRIDAY, JANUARY 6 class—enter passcode NBS1
• SATURDAY, JANUARY 7 class—enter passcode NBS2
• Registration available at the TWRA Booth #550 through Friday, January 6.
• Upon completion of class and exam, show admission is FREE!
NOTE: ONLY TENNESSEE RESIDENTS BORN AFTER JANUARY 1, 1989 NEED TO PURCHASE THE TYPE 600 PERMIT.
Mermaid Alouette will enchant kids of all ages with her stories and sing-alongs. Keep your camera ready to capture the fun.
FRI. 6:30 pm–8:30 pm | SAT. 11am–1pm & 2 pm–4 pm
Sean will twist, bend, and shape balloons into animals, headwear and other fun shapes sure to put a smile on your little one’s face.
FRI. 2 pm–8 pm | SAT. 12 pm–8 pm | SUN. 11:30 am–3 pm
Don’t miss the world’s most famous watersports-loving rodent. Twiggy will amaze you as she cruises around her custom-made heated pool.
THURS. 5 pm & 8 pm | FRI. 3 pm, 6 pm & 8 pm
SAT. 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm and 7 pm | SUN. 1 pm & 3 pm
TESTED. INSPECTED. RESPECTED.
Whether you enjoy fishing, waterskiing or simply relaxing with family and friends, when you’re out on the water, you want to have fun. You also want peace of mind. That’s why you should choose an NMMA Certified boat.
Every NMMA Certified boat undergoes thorough, third-party inspections to ensure it meets or exceeds all industry safety and construction standards, as well as all federal regulations. That means you can be confident you are buying from a manufacturer that has gone the extra mile to earn the right to display the NMMA Certified logo.
To learn more about NMMA Certification visit: DiscoverBoating.com/buying/what-is-a-certified-boat.
*ATX Surf Boats Nashville Boating Center 150
*Avalon Pontoons Calico Jack's Boat & RV 440
*Axis Wake TNT Watersports 550
*Barletta Boats Aqua Sport Marine 160
*Bayliner Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Bennington Leader Marine 140
Bentley Calico Jack's Boat & RV 440
*Berkshire Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Centurion Boats Centurion Boats 450
*Centurion Boats Wake Maxx Watersports 450
*Chaparral Modern Marine Corp. 125
*Cobalt Boats, LLC Modern Marine Corp. 120
*Crest TNT Watersports 550
Forest River Marine FreedomRoads, LLC 470
*Godfrey Pontoon Boats Nashville Boating Center 150
*Harris Modern Marine Corp. 135
*Heyday Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Lowe Boats Tims Ford Powersports 420
*Malibu Boats TNT Watersports 550
*Manitou Pontoon Boats Nashville Boating Center 150
*MasterCraft Aqua Sport Marine 160
Montara Montara Boats 430
*Moomba Aqua Sport Marine 160
*Nautic Star Boats Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Nautique TNT Watersports 550
Nitro C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
*Qwest Pontoons Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
Ranger C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
*Ranger Tugs Leader Marine 140
*Regal Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
Regency C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
*Robalo Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Scout TNT Watersports 550
Sea Doo America's Motor Sports 115
Sea Doo Tims Ford Powersports 420
*Sea Ray Boats Nashville Boating Center 150
SilverWave Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Skeeter Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*South Bay Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Starcraft Premier Watersports 570
*Starcraft Smoker Craft, Inc 560
*Starcraft Smoker Craft, Inc 110
Sun Tracker C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
*Supra Premier Watersports 570
*Sylvan Premier Watersports 570
*Sylvan Smoker Craft, Inc 560
*Sylvan Smoker Craft, Inc 110
*Tahoe Pontoon Boats C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
*Tige Nashville Boating Center 150
Tracker C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
Triton C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
*Veranda Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
War Eagle Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
World Cat Leader Marine 140
*Xpress Boats Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Yamaha Boats Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
*Yamaha Boats Tims Ford Powersports 420
*Yamaha
WaveRunners Tims Ford Powersports 420
* Indicates the brand is NMMA Certified®
Details of all exhibitors featured at the show
A
Alpha E-Bikes 202
Alpha Electrical Contractor, LLC 303
Alumadock Marine Structures 109
America's Boating Club Music City 003
America's Motor Sports 115
Anderson Marine, Inc. 530
Anderson Marine, Inc. 540
Aqua Sport Marine, LLC 160
Aqua Bar 209
Aquaficial, Inc. 181D
Bailey Custom Boats 455
Boat Rope 215
BoatWithMe Inc. 213
Brian Carper's Guide Service 404
C
C & O of Middle TN, LLC 510
Caesar Enterprises 105
Calico Jack's Boat and RV 440
Casey Watersports 245
Casey Watersports 181E
Castaway Customs Midwest, LLC 203
Cave City Tourism & Convention Center 221
Cedar Creek Marina 217
Center Hill Reality & Chalets 309
Centurion Boats 450
Clay Powersports, LLC 400
Cocktail Kickboards, LLC 317
Cumberland River Docks & Metal Works, LLC 307
Cutco Cutlery 204
Discovery Lake Lodge & Outposts 223
EZ Hang Chairs 105
Fisk Outdoor Gear 405
Flotation Systems 101
Four Corners Resort & Marina 219
Giant Garages 214
Gorillazak, LLC 205
Gulf Coast Yacht Group 200
Tims
Wake
There’s no better way to enjoy a your free time than aboard the perfect boat! And we know you’re ready to go find yours!
But which dealership will you choose? If you want to buy with confidence, go with a Marine Industry Certified Dealership!
Certified Dealers are committed to serving you to the highest standards. In fact, they pledge to a Marine Industry Consumer Commitment, which includes promises to be fair, honest, truthful, respectful, capable and prepared. You can expect excellence from the research stage to purchasing your boat to servicing your boat and beyond.
Dealer Certification is not a simple stamp. Certified Dealers have committed to be the best. They go through an extensive third-party audit of their customer experience, business operations and employment practices to assure they’re at the top of their game, so they can better serve you. Once dealers have gone through this intensive audit process, they commit to a continual education program, which requires them to continue to learn how to improve their customer experience, employee satisfaction and dealership operations.
When you decide to work with a Certified Dealer, you can be confident that you’re choosing a dealer that puts customers first and aims to offer you your best boating life.
Your Marine Industry Certified Dealership will help you choose the right boat for your lifestyle and your needs, maintain your boat, and provide service when it’s needed. To find a participating dealership, look for the Marine Industry Certified Dealership logo, or visit DiscoverBoating.com/dealers.
Happy shopping, and enjoy this year’s boat show!
Check out Discover Boating's five-episode video series, "Boating Basics: Pro Tips," powered by Progressive® for tips and tricks to improve your boating skills and prepare for stress-free, fun-filled days on the water.
Gain confidence at the helm by watching these step-by-step beginner's guides, providing advice on everything from what items and safety equipment to bring onboard, to expert instruction on how to launch, how to dock, how to drive, and finally, guidance on understanding the basic rules of the water.
Take the first step towards learning the boating rules of the road and simple boating etiquette with this beginner’s guide, 5 Essential Rules of the Water, powered by Progressive®.
Regardless of where you go boating or what type of boat you’re operating, one of the most important rules to keep in mind is that you are responsible for avoiding collisions at all times. Always be aware of your surroundings, look out for other vessels, and keep a safe speed.
This guide will also help you understand the meaning of port (left) and starboard (right)—if facing towards the front of the boat—and teach you how to maneuver in various on-water scenarios depending on whether you are the stand-on vessel or the give-way vessel.
Scan QR Code to view Discover Boating's five-episode video series, powered by Progressive® .
Learning how to drive a boat for the first time can be fun and rewarding. Get started with our beginner’s guide for operating a boat, 6 Tips on Driving a Boat, powered by Progressive®. Follow along for advice on:
• How to attach a boat’s engine cut-off switch (ECOS)
• How to operate the throttle and trim a boat
• How to steer, slow down and avoid collisions.
• How to deal with different situations that could impact operation, such as wind, waves, and current.
• Why it is important to be cautious of speed
Follow our beginner’s guide on how to dock a boat, 6 Steps to Docking a Boat Like a Pro, powered by Progressive®, to discover a few simple ways to feel more confident at the helm.
Whether you are docking in a slip, coming alongside a dock, or docking against the wind or current, these pro tips will help you line up your approach and ensure you’re ready for any docking scenario.
Scan QR Code to view Discover Boating's five-episode video series, powered by Progressive®.
Follow this pre-departure boating checklist, powered by Progressive®, to prepare for a great day on the water. These top 8 items include:
• U.S. Coast Guard required boat safety equipment, such as life jackets or PFDs
• Fire extinguisher
• Visual distress signals, sound signaling devices, and a throwable flotation device.
Learning how to launch a boat for the first time, either by yourself or with help, can be simple and stress-free by following our checklist on 9 Easy Steps for Launching a Boat, powered by Progressive®.
After you learn how to properly launch a boat from a trailer, you'll be able to tow your boat and explore any body of water serviced by a ramp. Be sure to always practice good boat ramp etiquette, including utilizing a staging area prior to launch.
Scan QR Code to view Discover Boating's five-episode video series, powered by Progressive®.
The only thing better than a day on the water with friends and family is when you combine the sun, shade, and slide of a Monaco Sundeck. Make a splash with your own personal water park.
For more information on the MC 255 SDB & the rest of our 2023 lineup, visit us at godfreypontoonboats.com
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