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Friday, April 17, 2026

There’s something undeniably thrilling about stepping onto a boat for the first time each spring; the soft sway underfoot, the scent of the water, the promise of adventures ahead. For boating enthusiasts across the Midwest, that moment begins at the Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show, returning April 24 - 26, 2026. As the

tags: Boating Season, cruiser, Lake Erie, Pontoons, Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show, Spring, Yacht

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

This summer, longtime Lake Michigan sailor and waterman Thomas Dickelman will attempt a 1,000-mile circumnavigation of Lake Michigan to raise awareness and funding for glioblastoma research — alone, on a WaveRunner. Inspired by the loss of his sister and driven by a deep love of the water, the GLiO 1000 is part endurance

by: Kristen Ordonez

tags: awareness, glioblastoma, Great Lakes, Lake Michigan, Michigan, sail, Sailing, WaveRunner

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 5, 2026

The 2026 REU Fellowship is open to undergraduates from any U.S. college. The upcoming fellowship runs from June 8 through July 31, 2026. In addition to a $5,500 stipend, it includes free room and meals for the duration of the experience. For the eight weeks of the fellowship, the REU students live on Gibraltar Island, where Stone

tags: Application, island, Lake Erie, Ohio, Ohio State, Program, research, Stone Laboratory, Students, undergraduate, University

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, October 24, 2025

When it comes to boating on the Great Lakes, it’s mostly a guy thing. But mostly doesn’t mean always, and these women are among the old-school crowd that have been plying the waters for years – showing guys how it’s done and offering great role models for women and girls who would like to be at the helm one

by: James Proffitt

tags: Boating Inspiration, boating lifestyle, Charter Captains, Empowering Women, Female Captains, Great Lakes boating, Lake Erie, Sailing Stories, Women Boaters, Women in Maritime

Thursday, October 23, 2025

By the numbers, the Chicago Yacht Club (CYC) is celebrating its 150th Anniversary this year. Their Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust with 285 yachts hitting the starting lines just completed their 116th Race. The Bayview Yacht Club (BYC) wrapped up their 101st Race (with National Fleet Services returning as title sponsor) the

by: Mark Reid

tags: Bayview Yacht Club, Chicago Yacht Club, Great Lakes Sailing, Lake Michigan, Offshore Racing, Race to Mackinac, Sailing Competitions, Sailing Events, Women in Sailing, Yacht Racing

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Dogs and Harmful Algal Blooms: Information Update from NY Sea Grant To help dog owners protect their pets from toxic algal blooms, New York Sea Grant has published a newly-revised "Protect Your Dog from Harmful Algae" brochure. The publication, freely available at nyseagrant.info/dogsandhabsbrochure,

by: Kara Lynn Dunn

tags: Algae Bloom, Education, Kids & Pets, Lake Erie, New York State

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Chicago International Boat Show at Navy Pier Marina, August 21-24, 2025 Los Angeles/Orange County/San Diego, CA — Revel Republic, in collaboration with TRAFFIK Advertising, is excited to announce the expansion of its highly successful In-Water Boat Show Series, with the addition of the

by: Kamber Jones

tags: Boat Show, Chicago, Dealerships, Event, Lake Michigan, Marina, New Boat Models

Monday, August 18, 2025

Boat the Blue Antique and Classic Boat Show Returns to Port Huron Antique boats from around the Great Lakes will be gathered at the James C. Acheson Marina on September 5-6, 2025. In addition to seeing vintage boats of all sizes, there will be plenty of family- friendly activities for guests of all

by: Denise Brooks

tags: Antique & Classic Boats, Boat Design, Boat Show, Event, Lake Michigan, Michigan

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