Record #:

12654

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

The phenomenal boat boom in North Carolina can be attributed to the nationwide surge in boating enthusiasm, along with a growing recognition that the state is rich in pleasure-boat waters. In addition, boat sales have now incorporated the American institution of installment buying, resulting in increased boat buying in the state. It is estimated that one family in six owns some kind of watercraft, from skiff to cruiser, and boat ownership has spread to all classes.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 26 Issue 1, June 1958, p16-17, 35, il, por

Subject(s):

Boating industry--North Carolina, Eastern

Record #:

25055

Author(s):

Nickens, T. Edward

Abstract:

Captain Jimmy Donnelly has been a tugboat captain for almost 30 years. Working on a tugboat can be difficult, not only because of the intense labor, but because of the time spent away from home.

Source:

Coastwatch (NoCar QH 91 A1 N62x), Vol. Issue , Spring 2003, p16-20, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Boating industry--North Carolina, Eastern; Boating industry

Record #:

42836

Author(s):

Tester, Brandon

Abstract:

Currently, the watercraft industry employs 330 people in Beaufort County and accounts for a large portion of the county's tax base. it is likely shipbuilding was already in progress in Washington before its establishment in 1776. The city saw its first steamboat in 1835. To assist present industry needs, Beaufort County Schools are now offering boat building classes and Beaufort Community College is establishing a boat manufacturing program.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 10 Issue 2, March-April 2021, p18-23 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Boatbuilding--Beaufort; Boats and boatbuilding--North Carolina, Eastern; Boating industry--North Carolina, Eastern; Washington (N.C.)--History

Record #:

43790

Author(s):

Jackson, Holly

Abstract:

A native of Tarboro, Reggie Fountain's interest in boats began when he was eight years old. Fountain entered professional boat racing in the 1970s. His company , Fountain Powerboats built more than 10,000 boats and generated $1 billion in sales. In 2010, the company was sold to Iconic Marine Group.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 12 Issue 3, May-June 2023, p14-20, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fountain Powerboats; Fountain, Reggie; Boatbuilding--powerboats; Boating industry--Chocowinity; Boating industry--North Carolina, Eastern