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Sunday, January 18, 2026

For boaters who love the waters of the Great Lakes and beyond, The Friends of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is bringing the world of cinema to northeast Michigan. From January 21 through 25, residents and visitors will be treated to some of the most impressive ocean and Great Lakes films from around the world during the 14th

tags: Boat, Boaters, Boating, cinema, Festival, Film, Great Lakes, impressive, Michigan, Northeast, Thunder Bay International Film Festival

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Norwegian boatbuilder Marex Boats will showcase its lineup of smart, family-focused cruisers at boot Düsseldorf 2026, starting today January 17th and going until January 25th. Known for combining Scandinavian design with practical comfort and real-world usability, Marex continues to strengthen its international presence with

tags: 2026, Boat, Boatbuilder, Boating, Boats, boot Düsseldorf, cruiser, Cruising, Family, international, Lineup, Marex Boats, Norwegian, Safe, Scandinavian, Yacht

Friday, January 16, 2026

Luxury performance boat builder MJM Yachts is happy to announce that David Walters Yachts now represents its brand throughout The Bahamas and Turks & Caicos Islands, as well as in the British and U.S. Virgin Islands, Sint/St. Maarten, St. Barths, St. Kitts & Nevis in the Caribbean. In 1982, David Walters, co-founder of

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Thursday, January 15, 2026

Why the next wave of marine innovation isn’t built with fiberglass, it’s built with intelligence. Walk through any boat show, marina, or marine dealership today and you’ll hear it — not just the sound of new customers, but the low hum of something else, conversations. Chatter amongst management, sales teams,

by: Scott MacFarland

tags: AI, Artificial Intelligence, Assistance, Assistant, Digital, Digital Innovation, Innovation, Intelligence, marine industry, marine industry news, Marine Innovation, Teammate

Sunday, January 11, 2026

SailGP rolled into Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates with many doubters and detractors as whether the weather would turn up for the penultimate Season 5 Grand Finale as 4 teams battled for the final three spots for a $2 Million Dollar championship check. While the wind on the Persian Gulf port city wasn't exactly overwhelming, it

by: Mark Reid

tags: $2 million, Abu Dhabi, Battle, British, Challenging, Champions, Championship, Final, Finale, SailGP, Sailing, United Arab Emirates

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Ten years ago, the 4R Nutrient Stewardship Program was launched to guide farmers in applying nutrients more responsibly — using the right source, at the right rate, at the right time and place. Six years ago, Governor DeWine introduced the H2Ohio initiative, which, among many other components, outlined ten recommended farming

by: Matt Fisher

tags: data, farmers, Lake Erie, Maumee River, phosphorus, reduce, reduction, runoff, water quality, watershed

Friday, January 9, 2026

As winter wears on and boating season starts to peek around the corner, Great Lakes enthusiasts have plenty of chances to get inspired, educated, and geared up for 2026. From January through mid-March, regional boat shows bring together manufacturers, dealers, marine gear experts, and fellow boaters under one roof — the perfect

tags: Boat shows, Boats, Great Lakes, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Winter, Wisconsin

Thursday, January 8, 2026

A masterpiece representing the culmination of years of experience and passion for the sea. With a balanced, avant-garde, elegant, and timeless design, the D60 offers a unique and refined navigation experience. The new flagship of De Antonio Yachts is one of the largest onboard engine vessel on the market. Several features are

tags: D60, DeAntonio Yachts, luxury, Mercury, Outboards, Yacht

Sunday, January 4, 2026

The 2026 Chicago Boat Show — Chicagoland’s largest annual boating event returns with more boats and more fun. Chicago's largest and longest-running annual boating event returns to Rosemont, docking January 28 through February 1 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The Discover Boating Chicago Boat Show®, in

tags: Boat Show, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Great Lakes, Lansing, Minneapolis

Saturday, January 3, 2026

Boat show season is upon us for the rest of 2025 and the beginning of next year. For boaters it’s like going to the best toy store in all the land! Boat shows offer such a great opportunity to meet new people, ask questions, learn about the latest products, and of course pick up a little swag. For those new to boating, or even

by: Mary Robinson

tags: Boat Show, Boat Show season, Great Lakes

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