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Friday, August 7, 2026

We all would rather be boating. When we’re not boating, we’re thinking about it, right? A big part of maximizing your time on the water is the accessories. From the sound system on your boat to water toys to fishing gear, most boaters have a ton of extras for their preferred way of spending time on the water. Rarely,

by: Jordan Balbresky

tags: accessory, boating, firepit, Floating Flame, high quality, Innovation, portable, propane, safety, steel, time on the water, versatile

Thursday, August 6, 2026

The 2026 Great Loop Challenge powered by Honda Marine is a mission-driven, 7,300+ nautical mile endurance run raising funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research through the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. WHO: Led by cancer survivor Captain Scott “Red” Flowers and an experienced crew, including Scott

tags: endurance, Fundraiser, Honda, Honda Marine BF350 V8 outboard, Innovation, marathon, marine, Performance, reliability, The 2026 Great Loop Challenge, The Great Loop

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Greig Wright, an independent app developer and lifelong boating enthusiast based in St. Augustine, Fla., has officially launched Boating Voyage Planner, a new Android app that gives boaters instant, accurate voyage calculations before they ever leave the dock. Available now for $3.99 on the Google Play Store, Boating Voyage Planner

tags: app, Boating Voyage, fuel, Launch, location, Mapping, nautical, planning, weather

Saturday, August 1, 2026

ePropulsion Americas, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today that it is entering the powered kayak market with the all-new kLite 750 electric outboard. Building on the award-winning technology that shattered convention with the highly portable eLite, the kLite 750 is powerful, but

tags: electric, eLite, ePropulsion Americas, Fishing, Kayak, kLite 750 electric outboard, marine, Sport

Friday, July 31, 2026

Now entering its second year, Light the Way has quickly become the signature annual fundraiser for the Friends of the Chicago Harbor Lighthouse. This special evening brings together supporters, sponsors, preservationists, boaters, civic leaders, and friends of Chicago’s lakefront to help restore one of the city’s most

tags: Chicago Harbor Lighthouse, education, Friends of the Chicago Harbor Lighthouse, Fundraiser, history, Lake Michigan, Lakefront, Light the Way, preservation

Sunday, July 26, 2026

The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF), Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Union Sportsmen’s Alliance and project partners are celebrating the completion of a major public access and habitat improvement project at William W. Powers State Recreation Area, highlighted by a new accessible fishing pier and kayak

tags: Blue Aruaz, celebration, Chicago, Fishing, Illinois, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Kayak, The Illinois Conservation Foundation, Union Sportsmen’s Alliance, William W. Powers State Recreation Area, Wolf Lake

Saturday, July 25, 2026

The Cruisers Yachts GLS Series was designed to redefine what a luxury sport yacht can be — blending performance, versatility, and connection to the water into one seamless experience. Across the lineup, signature features such as expansive beach doors, deep bow lounges, and multiple propulsion options create a platform built for

tags: air conditioning, Comfort, heating, luxury sport yacht, Performance, safety, The Cruisers Yachts GLS Series, Triple Mercury Verado 600 HP, twin Mercury V10 400 HP, Versatility

Friday, July 24, 2026

The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) is proud to announce the official opening of the George C. Textor, Jr. Boat Shop, a major new facility dedicated to the care, maintenance, and preservation of the Museum’s permanent boat and engine collections. Located on the St. Lawrence River in Clayton, New York, the Museum collects, preserves,

tags: art, Boat, Clayton, collection, culture, Engine, facility, George C. Textor Jr. Boat Shop, history, Maintenance, Museum, New York, New York State’s Education Department, St. Lawrence River, The Antique Boat Museum

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Whether you’re a lone wolf who likes the quiet fishing trip or the family of five who’s spent generations of summers on the water, boating is a space for anybody and everybody. For those particularly who like to use it to be social and either find new friends or spend time with old ones, one great way to create lasting

by: Kristen Ordonez

tags: Great Lakes, Toronto Air Show Boat Party, Torch Lake Fourth of July Sandbar Party, social, Raft Off, Pottahawk, Muscamoot Bay Raft Off, Lake Charlevoix Raft Up, Jobbie Nooner 2026, Horton Bay Raftoff at the Boyne Thunder Poker Run, Annual Dunbar Bay Pirate Party, Fishing, Coast Guard, Chicago Scene Boat Party, Chicago Boat Scene Party 2026, Chicago, Canada Boat Party Toronto 2026, Bud Bash!, boating, Annual Island Fest Downriver Boat Party

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Well known for his role on Below Deck as Captain of Parsifal III, the 54-metre Perini Navi-built superyacht, Captain Glenn has over 25 years of experience in the superyacht industry and more than 200,000 nautical miles logged. Through a full coatings refit of his own Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42DS, Avalon, AkzoNobel is documenting the

tags: AkzoNobel, Awlgrip, Boat, Captain, collaboration, Craft, Interlux®, International®, Partnership, Professional, Sea Hawk®, yacht

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