Win a Garmin Handheld waterproof GPS or PFDs by Helly Hansen at the Halifax Boat Show

Halifax Boat Show 2015

Start your boating season early this year with the Halifax International Boat Show, running from February 19th to the 22nd, 2015 at Exhibition Park in Halifax, Nova Scotia. 

Submit your entries for this year’s photo contest. Just send us your photo through Facebook or e-mail them to Pat at info@boatinginatlanticcanada.com. Please include a name, location of photo and a photo title.

You can view the album and ‘Like’ your favourites at http://ow.ly/FBFp7.

Whether you are new to boating or already an experienced boater, this show is guaranteed to have something for everyone!

You’ll get a chance to hear boating experts inspire, entertain and educate on topics like boat buying, offshore racing, power boat cruising, navigating with smart phones and tablets, and boating adventures.

If you’ve ever wanted to see what a luxury yacht looks like inside, you’ll have your chance at the show!

Plus, the Discover Boating Centre can provide information about marinas and destinations in our region, courses and safety information, new activities to try and more!

http://www.masterpromotions.ca/Previous-Events/halifax-international-boat-show-2015/

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