The Boat Owners Association of the United States, (BoatUS), is the oldest and largest association of boaters in the United States representing over 500,000 boaters. It was founded in 1966 with a simple vision to protect boater’s rights in National and local governments and has grown to provide safety education, grassroots environmental programs and grants, product protection, marine and travel discounts and many more valuable benefits that make boating more enjoyable. BMR highly recommends becoming a basic member for just $24 a year so you can take advantage of the more than 25 fantastic membership benefits.