FRITZ HAGER NAMED TO ACBS TORONTO CHAPTER
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CLAYTON, New York (April 29, 2013) –
The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical
museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today that Executive Director
Fritz Hager has been named as a Director at Large with the Antique and Classic Boat Society (ACBS) Toronto Chapter.
"We
are delighted to have Fritz Hager join the board of ACBS Toronto as a Director
at Large. Fritz, as the Executive Director of the ABM, brings a wealth of
experience in the Antique and Classic boating community," said John Kutcy,
President ACBS Toronto Chapter.
Gary
Getson, ACBS Director Museum Relations shared, "The ACBS Toronto five-year
strategic plan has an objective to enhance partnerships with related
organizations whose interest involve antique and classic boating. We are
pleased to be partnering with the ABM, and the Muskoka Steamships and
Historical Society to enhance the events, fellowship and enjoyment for our
community.”
Hager was
named Executive Director of the ABM on May 25, 2012. His time with the Museum
dates back more than 20 years while serving in various capacities within the
ABM Board of Directors and playing a key role on numerous ABM committees.
Located on the
St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a
collection of over 300 antique and classic boats among thousands of
recreational boating artifacts. Beginning May 10, the campus comes alive with
speedboat rides, boat shows, and educational programs for all ages, special
events and more. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.
