Current and former military personnel wishing to live the boating lifestyle can take advantage of engine horsepower rebates and other exclusive offers through the "Operation Troop Salute" program offered by Ranger Boats. The retail promotion, available on qualifying new boat purchases made from authorized Ranger dealers, runs April 15 to July 31, 2012.

Through the program, any current or former member of the U.S. Armed Forces is eligible for the deluxe incentive package. The incentive package includes a factory rebate of $2 per engine horsepower from Ranger and an additional $2 per horsepower from Evinrude on packages powered by Evinrude outboards. The benefits also include a $100 RangerWear clothing and accessories coupon card along with a custom, dye-sublimated Troop Salute hoodie, t-shirt and decals.

To be eligible, customers must either be currently serving, retired from or have previous service in the United States Armed Forces. Qualifying boats include any new Ranger boat, motor and trailer package that has not been previously registered; and the program is not limited to the current model year.

For more details on "Operation Troop Salute" or to see the 2012 Ranger models, contact a local Ranger Boats dealer or visit the rangerboats website.

About Ranger Boats
Headquartered in Flippin, Ark., Ranger Boats is the nation?s largest manufacturer of premium fiberglass fishing boats, which include series of bass, multi-species, fish ’n play and saltwater boats. Originally founded in 1968 by Forrest L. Wood, Ranger Boats continues its commitment to building the highest-quality, strongest-performing boats on the water. For more information, go to the rangerboats website.