Your Business Needs a Voice
Our members are busy building boats, selling products, servicing customers, and running companies. They don't have time to monitor every bill in the Legislature. SCBFA does.
One Voice in Columbia. One Voice in Washington.
One-third of South Carolina is water, and time on the water is the state's top recreational activity. We cannot take it for granted.
Decisions made at the Statehouse and in Washington touch nearly every part of this industry: taxes, workforce, access, infrastructure, regulations, fisheries policy, and the cost of doing business. SCBFA exists to keep our industry organized, informed, and represented.
When you join SCBFA, you become part of a statewide alliance working to protect your business, grow the industry, and strengthen boating and fishing in South Carolina. We are all in this together.
What Members Receive
Legislative Monitoring & Action
More than half the decisions made at the State House affect business directly or indirectly. SCBFA watches every bill and regulation that touches the water, and acts.
Industry Promotion
Statewide campaigns that promote the people and businesses powering South Carolina's boating and fishing economy.
Educational Seminars & Events
Speakers, seminars, and industry gatherings that keep members ahead of what's changing.
Exclusive Information
Bi-monthly newsletters and member-only updates on legislation, regulations, and industry issues.
Networking Opportunities
Connection to manufacturers, dealers, retailers, marinas, suppliers, service providers, and outdoor businesses statewide.
Member Partnerships
Business resources and access to an association healthcare plan, West Marine Pro wholesale pricing, and official-partner member offers.
A Level for Every Part of the Industry
From individual anglers to the manufacturers building one in five of America's outboard fiberglass boats. Switch to Compare for a side-by-side of what each level includes.
Individual
For boaters and anglers who want a voice.
- Legislative alerts & bi-monthly newsletter
- Grassroots action network
- Member partner discounts (West Marine, GOAT BOXCO)
- SCBFA decal + member updates
Business
For dealers, marinas, guides, and marine businesses.
- Everything in Individual
- Legislative monitoring & regulatory screening
- Access to association healthcare plan
- West Marine Pro wholesale pricing
- Networking events & educational seminars
- Certified Dealer program eligibility
Industry Partner
For manufacturers and statewide brands.
- Everything in Business
- Board & committee engagement
- Workforce pipeline partnerships (HGTC MTI)
- Official partnership & sponsorship opportunities
- Logo placement across SCBFA platforms
Ready to Add Your Voice?
Tell us about your business or your boating life. Membership coordination runs through membership@scbfa.com while online enrollment is being built.
Membership, Answered
The things prospective members ask most.
Your Business Needs a Voice.
Decisions made at the Statehouse and in Washington touch nearly every part of this industry. When you join SCBFA, you join a statewide alliance working to protect your business and grow boating and fishing in South Carolina. We are all in this together.
Stay Connected
Get updates on boating and fishing issues, SCBFA news, member benefits, access alerts, workforce efforts, and policy developments affecting South Carolina's marine industry.