BWI schedules Fort Lauderdale meeting

Posted on 13 October 2008

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Boating Writers International will hold its general meeting from 8 to 10 a.m. Oct. 31 at the Bahia Mar Hotel during the upcoming Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

BWI’s “Newsmaker” session is titled “Expanding the Boating Universe Beyond Middle-aged Males.” It will examine changing U.S. markets with a panel discussion about how to write about and promote recreational boating to Hispanics, blacks and women.

During the meeting, BWI will present the West Marine Writer’s Award and its $5,000 prize, plus details about its annual writing contest.

Click here for the complete release, including a list of panelists.

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (Oct. 30-Nov. 3) is hosting the award presentation and Newsmaker event. Both are open to the marine community.

For information, call (847) 736-4142 or visit the BWI Web site.