13 June 2006, For Immediate Release

Chris Craft Owners Group to Convene in Dubuque, Iowa for its 6th Annual Rendezvous

Portsmouth, VA - Chris Craft Commander Club, Inc. - Owners and enthusiasts of the vintage Chris Craft Commander line of fiberglass cruisers are set to meet August 18-20 for its annual rally. This year's event will be held at American Marine at the Dubuque Yacht Basin in Dubuque Iowa. This year's gathering marks its first time being held along the banks of the Mississippi River. A record turnout is expected with more than a dozen examples of these fine vintage cruisers onsite to appreciate and enjoy.

About the Chris Craft Commander
In 1964, amidst much secrecy, Chris Craft Corporation unveiled its first entry into the fiberglass cruiser market at the New York Boat Show with the 38' Express. The boat was heralded as a design marvel from the drawing tables of Fred Hudson and "Mac" MacKerer. Dick Avery led the design team at Chris Craft that produced other Commanders ranging in size from the weekender 27' to the palatial 60'. These boats are still plentiful today, and much sought after for their fine workmanship, seaworthiness and accommodations. They continue to increase in value as the awareness of their construction and durability becomes more well-known.

About the Club
The Chris Craft Commander Club got its start in 1999 as a written registry of less than 30 Commanders and their owners. The club quickly took its mission to the world wide web where it saw an explosive increase in membership which now totals well over 700 members worldwide. The club's current governing board recently incorporated the group, adopted a set of bylaws and revamped its logo and website. More information on the organization can be found at www.commanderclub.com