Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, on Sept. 16, announced the appointment of Yamaha/Skeeter Pro Angler and National Boating Safety Ambassador Hunter Bland to the Boating Advisory Council. During his three-year term, Bland will help the council make recommendations to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Department of Economic Opportunity regarding issues affecting the boating community, including boating and diving safety education; boating-related facilities, including marinas and boat testing facilities; boat usage; boat access and working waterfronts.
“I am honored to receive this appointment from Governor DeSantis and look forward to using my background in boating safety and natural resource conservation to help create more boating opportunities for the people of Florida while helping them stay safe,” said Bland. “I’m extremely thankful for companies…