Yamaha Rightwaters™ Lends Support to Jetty Rock Foundation

KENNESAW, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yamaha Rightwaters provided a 150-horsepower Yamaha outboard to the Jetty Rock Foundation to support oyster restoration, aquaculture and marine research efforts in New Jersey waters. The engine will power Jetty Rock Foundation’s new 28-foot Henriksen skiff, giving the organization a larger, more capable platform to expand conservation work and support partnerships with non-governmental organizations, state agencies, universities and local aquaculture operators.

“Yamaha Rightwaters supports initiatives that deliver measurable benefits for waterways and the communities that depend on them. The Jetty Rock Foundation does just that for New Jersey coastal communities, bringing together conservation groups, researchers and local stakeholders to improve marine habitats and strengthen long-term environmental stewardship efforts,” said Joshua Grier, Sustainability Program Manager, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit. “Sponsorships like this drive lasting change, helping protect and restore coastal ecosystems while creating stronger, more resilient communities for future generations.”

Founded in 2013 in response to Hurricane Sandy, the Jetty Rock Foundation promotes healthier waterways and coastal ecosystems through environmental stewardship, education and community-driven conservation initiatives. Since 2003 Jetty Rock Foundation along with the Jetty brand has donated over $2.8 million to their mission.

“Jetty Rock Foundation is extremely grateful to Yamaha Rightwaters for the support of our new boat,” said Kyle Gronostajski, Environmental Director, Jetty Rock Foundation. “The skiff will allow us to expand efforts to restore wild oyster populations in New Jersey while supporting area aquaculture, ongoing research and partner organizations through reliable access and additional time on the water. We look forward to seeing what this boat can accomplish to improve oyster populations and support a growing industry in New Jersey and beyond.”

For more information about the Jetty Rock Foundation, visit Jetty Rock Foundation.

Yamaha Rightwaters is a national sustainability program encompassing all of Yamaha Marine's conservation and water quality efforts. Program initiatives include habitat restoration, support for scientific research, mitigation of invasive species, reduction of marine debris, and environmental stewardship education. Yamaha Rightwaters reinforces Yamaha's long-standing history of natural resource conservation, support of sustainable recreational fishing and water resources, and the Angler Code of Ethics, which requires pro anglers to adhere to principles of stewardship for all marine resources.

Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit, based in Kennesaw, Ga., is responsible for the sales, marketing, and distribution of Yamaha Marine products in the U.S. including Yamaha Outboards, Yamaha WaveRunners^®, Yamaha Boats, G3^® Boats and Skeeter^® Boats. Supporting 2,400 dealers and boat builders nationwide, Yamaha is the industry leader in reliability, performance, technology and customer service.

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