Boater's World Marine Centers, headquartered in Beltsville, Maryland, is the second largest marine retail chain in the United States. With over 110 locations, Boater's World specializes in fishing tackle, marine electronics, water sports gear and cruising equipment for recreational boaters. Founded in 1988, Boater's World owns and operates boating and fishing superstores in busy boating areas coast to coast. Boater's World is a division of Ritz Camera Centers, the nation's largest photo-specialty retail chain.