A boat service company will typically be very busy in the summer months when something breaks on a trip and repairs are needed. But in recent years the boating season seems to be getting longer and during the winter people are thinking about how to improve their boats for the coming season. |
I think many who own boat service companies feel a bit handcuffed these days, because there is plenty of work out there. |
If someone moves here from the Midwest, the first thing that is attracting them here is the water. |
Just the vision of a revitalized Bellingham waterfront will make this place a desirable area for boaters. A new marina would also be big deal for the local boating industry, which plays an important role in this economy. |
When the economy is doing well, people are more likely to invest in their boats. After Sept. 11 people were a little cautious when it came to spending money. |