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Saturday, March 21, 2026

I started out sailing on the Great Lakes aboard tall ships like the schooner Charlotte Ann, a former Chesapeake Bay oyster boat built in 1888, about 100 years after she was launched. Since then, I sailed and captained other Great Lakes sailing vessels like Windy, Friends Good Will, Inland Seas, and Denis Sullivan plus a few seasons

by: Tom Kastle

tags: Boat, Dan Seavey, Great Lakes, Pirate, Sailing

Saturday, March 7, 2026

Boat shows are the perfect place to shop for a new boat, and the Progressive Novi Boat Show is the place to be this March. With 85 exhibitors lining the showplace wall-to-wall with hundreds of boats to see, boaters can purchase anything from trailers and electronics to marina slips, docks, and accessories. The industry has

tags: Affordable, Boat, Boat Show, Budget, Design, Family, Fishing, Fun, Great Lakes, Innovation, Michigan, Novi Boat Show, Progressive Novi Boat Show, shop

Friday, February 27, 2026

While Milwaukee is a great place to visit via boat, it’s also a great city to visit by any mode of transportation. The city on Lake Michigan’s western shore is the proud home to Americana like Harley Davidson, Molson-Coors Brewing, and more than 20 moving bridges. Where the city meets the water is a great place to start,

by: James Proffitt

tags: Boat, Bridges, Fishing, Great Lakes, Harley Davidson, Lake Michigan, Marina, Marinas, Milwaukee, Molson-Coors Brewing, Summerfest, transportation, Wisconsin

Thursday, February 26, 2026

On February 28, boaters can take part in the first-ever dual open house between 2 Ohio boat dealers. Join Castaway Yacht Sales at their Port Clinton Showroom, and Marine Tech Concepts at their Marblehead Showroom from 11 AM - 4 PM, then later at the Crows Nest from 4 PM - 7 PM for appetizers, relaxed conversations, and marine-related

tags: Boat, Boat Dealer, Boating, Castaway Yacht Sales, Dealer, Marine Tech Concepts, Ohio, ohio boat dealers, Openhouse, Showrooms

Friday, February 20, 2026

The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) will host its seventh Marine Law Symposium April 1-2, 2026, offering in-person attendance in Annapolis and a live online option. The case-based continuing education event is designed for marine surveyors, attorneys, insurance professionals, boat builders, accessory manufacturers,

tags: ABYC, Accident, American, American Boat & Yacht Council, Boat, Boat GPS, Danger, Emergency, Fire, GPS, in-person, Marine, Marine Law, online, Symposium, Yacht

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Michigan’s Ultimate Boat Show — with the longest running tradition — the Grand Rapids Boat Show has the reputation for the finest style. Over 30 dealers will display more than 400 boats from over 80 manufacturers from aluminum fishing boats and personal watercrafts to pro style ski and bass boats, luxury pontoon

tags: Boat, Boat Show, Boats, cruiser, display, Grand Rapids, Michigan, Reputation, Style, Tickets, Tradition, Ultimate

Saturday, January 24, 2026

As a boat surveyor in the Detroit metro area, I know firsthand that the Great Lakes are beautiful but our climate is unforgiving. If you’re new to boating and thinking about buying a used power or sail boat, here are my top five things to check so you don’t end up with an expensive mistake. 1. Check for Water Damage

by: Mike Drouillard

tags: Boat, Boating Safety, damage, fiberglass, Great Lakes, Hull, mistake, Powerboating, safety, sailboat, Service & Repair

Friday, January 23, 2026

KINGSTON, ONTARIO – The Great Lakes Museum is proud to announce that it has been awarded gold in the Museum category by the community in the Best of Kingston & Area Contest. The Museum is honoured to receive this recognition and extends its heartfelt thanks to the community for their continued support. What a great way to

tags: announce, announcement, Award, Boat, Boat Museum, Boating, Community, Contest, gold, Great Lakes, Museum

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

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