Amherst Marine

09/11/2026

Never Forget. 🇺🇸💙

On September 11, 2001, hundreds of vessels answered the call to help evacuate people from Lower Manhattan.

Ferry boats, tugboats, workboats, and private vessels came together to help bring hundreds of thousands of people to safety.

Today, we remember those we lost and honor the people who stepped forward to help when their fellow Americans needed it most.

To learn more about this incredible story, watch BOATLIFT: An Untold Tale of 9/11 Resilience, narrated by Tom Hanks.

🔗 Watch the full video through the link in our bio.

09/10/2026

It’s all in the details🤤

Here’s a few of our favorites on the 2026 Caymas DV20

09/08/2026

🔧 Tech Talk Tuesday!

What exactly is included in a basic boat winterization? ❄️ Head mechanic Gene is breaking down the basics in this week’s quick video!

Proper winterization helps protect your boat through the off-season and gets you one step closer to being ready for next summer. 🛥️

Have questions about winterization? Give us a call or stop by Amherst Marine!

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

We’re so lucky to have such a great group of people behind Amherst Marine & AquaTraction Central WI, and today is a good excuse to give a little shoutout to the team that keeps everything moving!

We hope everyone gets to enjoy a day off, spend some time with family and friends, and soak up a little of the last bit of summer. ☀️

Have a safe and happy Labor Day from all of us! 🇺🇸

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Last call on 2026! 👀

We’ve got just 5 new 2026 boats left at Amherst Marine, and once they’re gone, they’re gone! Whether you’re looking for a Harris pontoon or a Caymas fishing boat, there’s still time to get on the water in a brand-new 2026.

Stop in, give us a call, or send us a message to learn more! 🌊

09/02/2026

🇺🇸 Labor Day Weekend Hours! 🇺🇸

We’ll be taking a little time to enjoy the holiday weekend with family & friends! Here’s a look at our adjusted hours:

📅 Friday, September 4: 9 AM–5 PM
📅 Saturday, September 5: CLOSED
📅 Sunday, September 6: CLOSED
📅 Monday, September 7: CLOSED

We hope everyone has a safe and fun Labor Day weekend! ☀️🛥️🇺🇸

We’ll see you back at the shop on Tuesday!

09/01/2026

🚨 Tech Talk Tuesday 🚨

Think skipping winterization will save you a little money? It could end up costing you A LOT more. 😬

It’s not just about putting the boat away for the winter. Bad fuel, freezing temperatures, cracked components, and serious damage to your motor can all happen when your boat isn’t properly winterized.

Our techs break down what can happen when you skip this important step 👇

Trust us… a little preventative maintenance now is a lot better than a big repair bill in the spring. 🔧💸

📍 Amherst Marine | Waupaca, WI

08/27/2026

One of the things we love about AquaTraction flooring is how easy it is to clean! 🙌🫧

Sand, dirt, spills, sunscreen… whatever ends up on your boat, just give it a good scrub and rinse it off. It’s that easy!

Because the last thing you want to do on a summer day is spend your time cleaning the boat. 😉🚤