Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of summer camping season
By Brandon Butler | Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial arrival of summer. Campgrounds fill up, boatramps are crowded, and families dust off coolers and lawn chairs that have been sitting inthe garage since the leaves dropped last fall. Across the Midwest, we are ready to beoutdoors enjoying the splendor and excitement of nature. For […]
Richard Lendrum Partners with Hunter Outdoor Communications to Represent Four Premier African Hunting and Safari Brands
Kempton Park, South Africa (May 18, 2026) — Renowned hunting advocate and industry leader Richard Lendrum has officially partnered with Hunter Outdoor Communications (HOC) to provide marketing, public relations, and communications representation for four of his premier African brands: Afton Safari Lodge, African Dawn Outfitters, African Hunting Gazette, and Taxidermy Trophy Solutions (TTS). The partnership brings […]
Red snapper comeback: Longer seasons signal a new era for Gulf fishing
By Richard Simms | If you enjoy fishing for and/or eating red snapper, happy days are here again as several Gulf states are increasing the number of days fishermen can keep the highly sought-after fish. Red snapper are always in high demand because they are such excellent table fare. It has a mild, slightly sweet […]
Hi Mountain Seasonings Shares Memorial Day Grilling Ideas and Entertaining Essentials
RIVERTON, Wyo. (May 18, 2026) — Memorial Day is regarded as one of the top three biggest grilling occasions of the year, alongside the Fourth of July and birthdays. But beyond the backyard BBQs and great food, Memorial Day carries a much deeper meaning.The tradition of gathering with family and friends on Memorial Day began […]
DAVID HAYNES, INDUCTED INTO CHARLOTTE COUNTY TOURISM HALL OF FAME
2026 TOURISM ROCKSTARS RECOGNIZED PUNTA GORDA/ENGLEWOOD BEACH, Fla. – The Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureauinducted David Haynes into the Charlotte County Tourism Hall of Fame during the annual TourismCelebration at Farlow’s On The Water restaurant in Englewood on Thursday, May 7. The Hall of Fame wasestablished in 2014 to honor those who have […]
The Million Pound Challenge
The response to the Million Pound Challenge is already building momentum—and there’s still time for you to join the program. This summer, ASA members across the country will come together with one shared goal: removing 1,000,000 pounds of trash from our waterways. From local boat ramps and shorelines to rivers, lakes, and coastal communities, the Million Pound […]
National Safe Boating Week Is May 16-22: BoatUS Foundation Reminds Boaters to Prepare for Season
SPRINGFIELD, Va. – May 12, 2026 – This year, National Safe Boating Week begins on May 16 and runs through May 22. This week serves as an important reminder to encourage boaters to be responsible and prioritize safety ahead of the start of boating season. This observance week is the official kickoff of the Before You Boat campaign from the BoatUS Foundation. The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water, a […]