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Powerboat Nationals come to Lake Taneycomo at Branson Landing

Fighter jets on the water? Come experience this one-of-a-kind race in person, for free, along Lake Taneycomo!

Powerboat Nationals Formula Light Series is an entertaining Championship Event filled with a minimum of 10 of the world’s newest, fastest, sleekest inshore powerboats, all racing along Lake Taneycomo on the Branson waterfront.

You’ll have several opportunities to see these amazing boats race as you watch from Branson Landing or other spots along the Landing Boardwalk:

• Round #1: May 14-15, 2022
• Round #2 is June 18-19, 2022
• Round #4 is July 23-34, 2022
• Round #6 and North American Championship is Sept 10-11, 2022

Testing begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Time trials begin at noon, and the race heats are from 1-5 p.m. On Sunday, Testing begins at 10 a.m. and racing begins at noon. The awards ceremony is at 3 p.m.

You can also meet the racers and get autographs and memorabilia at the Branson Landing Fountains.

Toll Free: 877-441-3727

Local:  417-334-7683

Email: [email protected]

Location: 7A North BoardwalkBranson, MO 65616

Check Out the National Powerboat Races in Branson

If you love the water and want to participate in a spectacular boating event in Branson , get ready to witness the magnificent powerboat races on Lake Taneycomo. Ten of the world's newest, sleekest inshore powerboats compete in this thrilling boat race. The specifics of the National Powerboat Races in Branson are listed below.

Powerboat Races on Lake Taneycomo in Branson

Summer 2023 saw the return of the Grand Prix of Missouri Powerboat Nationals Race to Branson. These boats resemble fighter jets while they're on the water. Think of Top Gun at lake level. On a fast oval circuit, these pilots compete against one another for victory by maintaining their highest speeds while navigating turns. Some of the world's quickest and most well-known powerboat racers use Lake Taneycomo as an exciting racetrack!

The Grand Prix of Missouri Powerboat Nationals Race has four events this summer and is the ideal two-day family delight! The best spot to see the races is from the fountains in the center of Branson Landing, which are free to view.

The race route is shaped to stay close to the shoreline of Lake Taneycomo, providing a fantastic viewing experience that stretches from the north end of Bass Pro's White River Fish House to the south side of the Branson Jet Boat dock.

Powerboat Nationals World Championship Series

Five of the seven stages of the 2023 Powerboat Nationals World Championship Series were held in Branson in 2023. This memorable event also included the ProTunnel Two, ProSport Series, and ProSki Series.

The Hydro-Cross competition debuted in 2021 as the newest event in the Powerboat Nationals schedule. It was a fantastic Jet Ski series prepared for competition in Branson. The Formula 4 race, which comprised Formula Lite tunnel boats and saw competitors reach up to 80 mph, was also held during the event.

One way to enjoy the Powerboat Nationals is to watch the races from one of the many restaurants at The Landing. The White River Fish House was situated directly on Lake Taneycomo's shoreline, so many diners requested a patio seat to see the Powerboat Race up close.

Another option for spectators was to eat at Cantina Laredo, inside Branson Landing, where they could take a breathtaking view of the race and a delicious and thrilling meal. Every visitor to Branson Landing can enjoy a delectable supper at one of the many restaurants, such as Guy Fieri's Branson Kitchen & Bar or Saltgrass Steakhouse, before heading to the Lake Taneycomo coastline to see the fantastic powerboat race unfold in front of them.

Some ardent race fans boarded the Parakeet Pete's Waterfront Zipline to soar above Lake Taneycomo and enjoy a bird's-eye view of the competition. They think it's fantastic to ride Parakeet Pete's Steampunk Balloon for breathtaking views of the race across Lake Taneycomo. The open steel frame encloses the 188-foot hot air balloon.

As the balloon reaches the top of the structure, its basket slowly spins 360 degrees, giving passengers breathtaking views. People of all ages can ride the balloon, supposedly the only kind in North America.

Powerboat Nationals Championship Event

The Powerboat Nationals is an exciting championship event featuring at least ten of the latest, quickest, and sleekest inshore powerboats. On the water, the watercraft resemble fighter jets. These pilots compete in a high-speed oval race, maintaining peak speeds while fighting each other to be the first to round the turns.

Viewers were treated to a brand-new perspective of Branson Landing's Fountain Show during the Powerboat Nationals event! Combine your fire and fountain experience with the powerboat races behind the well-known fountain performance at the top of the hour for a memorable spectacle.

The stunning interaction of fire cannons and water fountains spouting 120-foot geysers, all synchronized to music and light, will wow you. While waiting for the Powerboat Nationals event to begin, weather permitting, visitors took advantage of the chance to watch the magnificent performances of the Branson Landing Fountains, which start every day at noon.

Another Exciting Attraction To Check Out at Lake Taneycomo

Another well-liked activity that provides a thrilling river trip around Lake Taneycomo is the Branson Jet Boat, which departs from Branson Landing. The travel areas offer incredible views from both land and water. Every daring rider wants to repeatedly perform this unique water adventure on Lake Taneycomo's immaculate waters. This brand-new lakeside experience provides every water lover with fantastic boating in Branson .

The 12-mile jet boat ride will take you past some of the most stunning lakeside settings while your guide shares local history, insights, and anecdotes. Anyone will be excited to embark on a breathtaking boating experience in Branson.

Staying close to Lake Taneycomo's shoreline will allow you to look closely at the fantastic powerboat race on the lake, making it an unforgettable boating experience in Branson.

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Owner, CEO and Bronco at helm of Kaiser Enterprise adds to significant gift

KALAMAZOO, Mich.— Robert (Bob) S. Kaiser, B.B.A.’78 , owner and CEO of Kaiser   Enterprise, has made an additional investment in the sales lab that bears his name at Western Michigan University. The new gift, which will become part of the lab’s endowment, allows the Robert S. Kaiser Sales, Negotiation and Leadership Lab to remain a state-of-the-art space, supported by best-in-class technology, faculty and experiences that prepare students for success in sales and business marketing. 

Kaiser’s initial gift, celebrated in 2018, funded the construction of a new sales lab facility and inaugural operating expenses. His most recent gift generously provides:

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• Technology and software upgrades
• Operational expenses

“The Robert S. Kaiser Sales, Negotiation and Leadership Lab has become the heart of the sales and business marketing program, challenging students through multiple interactions and role-plays that are not possible from classroom instruction alone,” says Dr. Kelley O’Reilly , chair, Department of Marketing.  We are deeply appreciative of Bob Kaiser’s support.” 

The sales and business marketing program is one of the most successful programs in the Haworth College of Business. According to Western’s Career Outcomes Report :

• 100% of sales and business marketing graduates felt their education and experiences as a student at WMU prepared them for their profession .
• 100% of sales and business marketing graduates had instructors who made them excited about learning .
• 98% of sales and business marketing graduates are working or continuing their education quickly after earning their degree.

“Bob Kaiser is a visionary who always has his eye on the future,” says Dr. Satish Deshpande , dean, Haworth College of Business. “This is true in his own business, and true of his support of our sales and business marketing program. Bob’s gift will enable WMU Haworth to prepare students for their futures so that they can add immediate value to the companies that employ them and find fulfilling and meaningful careers. I cannot thank Bob enough for this generous gift that will fund experiences to help students build the future of their dreams.”

Kaiser will be the keynote speaker at the Sales and Business Marketing Association kickoff event for the student organization on Thursday, Sept. 12.

About Robert Kaiser

Robert (Bob) S. Kaiser is the owner and CEO of the multibillion-dollar Kaiser Enterprise , including Gallagher-Kaiser Corporation, with locations in the United States, Mexico, Canada and Germany, Universal Piping Industries, TANN Corporation, Kais-AIR®, Commerce Controls Incorporated, Ventcon Incorporated and Rival Insulation. Kaiser Enterprise maintains over 1.3 million square feet of facilities—both manufacturing and offices—and directly employs thousands of people throughout North America and Europe.

After graduating from WMU with a degree in industrial marketing in 1978, Kaiser went on to work in the family business. In 1984, he began competitive offshore powerboat racing and became a national and world champion. After 14 years on the world circuit, he retired from the sport and was inducted into the hall of fame.

Under his careful leadership, the company has managed to create turn-key solutions for a diverse range of industrial and commercial customers. From mission-critical data centers, to battery manufacturing projects, to new automotive paint facilities, the vertically integrated Kaiser Enterprise offers customers a single point of contact to execute a wide variety of needs. The company provides a unique level of in-house expertise, including design and engineering, electrical power distribution design, process controls, utility generation systems, equipment installation, mechanical piping and plumbing, ventilation and insulation.

Gallagher-Kaiser has received global accolades like the prestigious General Motors Supplier of the Year Award for several years and multiple highly coveted General Motors Overdrive Awards.

Kaiser’s business interests have expanded beyond manufacturing and construction. With extensive real estate holdings of top properties throughout North America, Kaiser has proven to be a dynamic force in the world of business.

Learn more by visiting the  sales and business marketing program web page . 

For more WMU news, arts and events , visit  WMU News  online. 

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They have located and documented 128 result files (wow!) for AAU Masters and USMS Open Water, Long Distance, and Postal National Championships from 1974-1997. All result files have been posted and can be found on the Open Water National Championships and ePostal National Championships pages under the Prior National Championships section on each respective page.

A special thank you to the History and Archives Committee for their research, efforts, time, and dedication to this project.