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This benefit of joining MACC is very exciting. Volunteers are putting together a growing list of businesses that are offering discounted products and services to MACC Members. When you join you will be given a packet including contact info and specifics of each discounter:

bulletCosta Del Mare Sunglasses
bulletOkuma Fishing Tackle
bulletThomas & Thomas Rods
bulletBauer Reels
bulletGraphicware Decals and apparel
bulletD&L Screen Printing Decals and apparel
bulletGreencare Landscaping
bulletPatagonia Products
bulletRoss Reels
bulletPowell Rods
bulletSt. Croix Rods
bulletSage Rods
bulletTibor Reels
bulletBilly Pate Reels
bullet3M scientific Angler Fly lines
bulletSmith Action Optics Sunglasses
bulletSimms Waders
bulletWaterworks Lamson Rods
bulletR.L. Winston Rods
bulletPowerPro Lines
bulletRoyal Wulff Fly Lines

For more info on the above items contact MACC

More! - MACC  is a Supporting association of NACO. By joining MACC  you become a member of The National Assn. of Charterboat Operators and receive these benefits:

NACO Member Discount Benefits:

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 Exclusive Group Vessel Hull and Liability Insurance NACO has helped its members lower costs through the premium savings offered by NACO Group Insurance Program Hull and Liability Insurance.  Many members experience up to 20% savings over their existing insurance. Program Features Include: “All Risk” protection for your hull, machinery, and equipment, as well as personal property, fishing tackle, trailers, and tenders with Protection and Indemnity, Competitive Rates, Premium Payment Plans, Claims Services, and Financial Security.

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Wholesale pricing through Port Supply (West Marine/BoatUS) Regular NACO members can now receive a Port Supply signer card entitling them to wholesale pricing at any of their 400 retail locations, Internet Purchases, their Rigging and Boat Services Shops, and their Repair Centers. Port Supply distributes marine accessories and provides excellent service to customers. They offer a broad selection of marine products, competitive pricing, dependable shipment of products, and a no hassle guarantee.

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 Blueclaw Solutions offers an online Fishing Charter Reservation Program
Software that easily integrates onto any existing website and is built specifically for the Charter boat industry. Captains can display their availability, receive online payments and manage all other bookings. You can now fish without worrying about calling people back or using booking services. Blueclaw RMS is user friendly for you and your customers. You can have your Fishing Charter business running automatically 24 hrs a day, 7 day's a week. Whenever you receive a booking, you will be notified via e-mail. Blueclaw's Fishing RMS is the tool you need to transform your fishing charter website into a productive part of your business. With their booking software; people can go to your website and book trips and not just look at your pictures! To Learn More

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 The Charterboat Consortium-Group Discount Drug Consortium- An exclusive discounted consortium available only to NACO members. The Charterboat Consortium includes random, post accident, and periodic drug testing.   Also includes: Medical Review by certified Medical Review Officer, Reporting of Employer Results, Laboratory Services, Substance Abuse Professionals who assist in the return to duty  process, Pre-employment testing, Random Pulls, and Coast Guard Notifications just to name a few. $50.00 per person, per year.  $60.00 per person, per year for member located in Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands. All of your testing is covered for a full 12 month period after enrollment. To download an application and brochure , Click Here

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 Cardiac Science offers NACO members a special pricing program on Automated Electronic Defibrillators (AED's) Powerheart brand AEDs provide reliable, safe, and intelligent cardiac monitoring and defibrillation technology that significantly reduces time to defibrillation and saves lives. Cardiac Science provides industry-leading AED technology with comprehensive AED/CPR training, First Aid/O2 training and program management services that facilitate and document successful AED deployments. Click Here to download an order form with more info.

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NOVA Merchant Credit Card Program - NACO offers this program for members only. If you take credit cards already or want the ability to offer this service NACO is partnered with the 3rd largest credit card processor in the United States with much lower rate than what you will find individually. To download a printable Brochure and application packet.

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  G.Loomis Now offering the opportunity of participating in the Professional Guides Program to NACO Captains. This will allow you to obtain G.Loomis Rods, Reels, and Accessories throughout the year at up to 50% discount. The NACO membership is invited to apply for this program through their territory Sales Representatives. The representative for your area can answer your questions regarding requirements to participate in the program and the application process. Contact the NACO Office for the representative in your area.

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 Marketing and Printing Partner: Evergreen Printing Offers discounted printing and mailing services through NACO. For items such as brochures, flyers, business cards, promotional materials etc.

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 Coast Guard License Insurance/MOPS Insure your license and protect your family’s income with a Coast Guard License Insurance Program available at a $30 discount to NACO members. If you are involved in an incident that results in actions against your license, the cost in legal fees and possible loss of income could be devastating. With this insurance you receive the Experience and Reliability, Security, Worldwide Claims and Legal Services, and the Immediate Responses you deserve as a NACO member.

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 Discounted Apparel and other products through Captain’s Gear that identifies your professional status. Custom T-shirts, polo shirts, and jackets to keep you and your crew sharply dressed. Outfitting with quality logo items is a good investment in image. To get these discounted products as well as a multitude of other distinctive gifts, including Captains Rings, all that is needed is a NACO membership number. 

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 Health Insurance underwritten by Fortis and John Alden NACO members can also receive Medical Insurance.  With several different plans you choose which one better meets your needs in addition to whether you want family or individual coverage. Benefits include: Dental Network Discounts, Emergency Medical Transportation, World Doc Online Medical Resources, Prescription Drug Program, Vision Purchases Discount, Hearing Discount, Vitamins, Medical Emergency Card, Quarterly News Report and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage. Easy website access and payment options are available. NACO members also have access to Dental and Life Insurance. 

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Dental Insurance/American Public

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Life Insurance/Amerus

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 Quarterly NACO News Report The Quarterly News Report keeps members informed and educated on crucial issues affecting the industry. It provides valuable information on trends and developments in the charter industry including updates on new and pending Federal regulations

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 Email Notification of Legislative, Coast Guard Regulations and Informative Alerts. Legislative and other action alerts to keep members apprised of industry impacts. We have a strong and active lobbying effort to represent the industry's interests before Congress, U.S. Coast Guard, NOAA Fisheries and Interstate Fishery Commissions. When critical issues arise a professional lobbyist is retained until the issue is resolved.

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 Annual Meeting NACO members join together to share ideas and obtain valuable information on topics such as insurance, maritime law, Coast Guard regulations, Tax issues, fishery issues, Marine Protected Areas and Magnuson/Stevens Act reauthorization.

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 Reminder email notices (as much as 60 days advance notice) when your USCG and/or FCC license is up for renewal.

Go to the NACO National website for more details 

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MACC is a supporting Association of NACO ( The National Assn. of Charterboat Operators)