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Saturday, August 22, 2026

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) welcomed community members, partners, and supporters at Mosquito Lake State Park for the official ribbon cutting of the park’s new Nature Center complex. ODNR Director Mary Mertz joined local leaders and the Friends of Mosquito Lake State Park to celebrate this major investment in

tags: boating, Cruising, Destination, Discovery, experience, Fishing, Great Lakes, Mosquito Lake, ODNR, Ohio, safety

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, 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

Thursday, July 16, 2026

To have ambition is to be motivated and to have a desire for success. We often attribute ambition to individuals with big dreams or high expectations, whether it's getting a higher paying job or meeting a short or long term goal. Robert Youens is certainly an ambitious figure. Through trials and tribulations, he has enjoyed nearly

by: Kristen Ordonez

tags: ambition, boating, Community, Jon Boat, motivation, Robert Youens, The Great Loop, wake, world record

Friday, July 10, 2026

Provided by Water Sports Foundation. Family boating adventures can do more than create fun summer memories — they help children build confidence, strengthen family relationships and develop a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors according to a national study conducted by Impulse Research Corp. for the National Marine

tags: boating, Cruising, Family, Fishing, kids, National Marine Manufacturers Association, on the water, tubing, Water Sports Foundation, watersport

Thursday, July 9, 2026

SEABOB Launches Its Biggest Coast-to-Coast US Lakes & Oceans Tour This summer, SEABOB, the world leader in electric water scooters, is taking the SEABOB F9 on an epic 10,000-mile coast-to-coast journey across America. In partnership with Aquabanas and Otter-Bike, the SEABOB Lakes & Oceans Tour 2026 will visit 22 states,

tags: boating, coastline, cross-country tour, electric, Family-Owned, lakes, marine business, SEABOB, SEABOB F9, water scooter, watersport, waterway

Sunday, July 5, 2026

No matter the coast or the body of water, there’s a world of boaters out there that want a vessel that exudes and encourages confidence; to make those at the helm feel like anything is possible in one boat. The MJM 47X, one of the newest offerings from MJM Yachts, reaches those high standards as a luxury open-bow adventure

tags: adventure, boating, cruiser, Great Lakes, Illinois, Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales, luxury, Michigan, MJM 47X, MJM Yachts, North Carolina, Ohio, vessel

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Discover Canada's Greatest Waterway Celebration in 2026: A Rideau Canal Nautical Heritage Festival July 18–19, 2026 | Portland, Ontario, Canada For boaters, maritime history enthusiasts, antique boat collectors, and travelers seeking authentic heritage experiences, July 2026 offers a once-in-a-generation reason to visit

tags: antique, authentic, boating, Boats, Canada, celebration, Craftmanship, culture, history, Navigation, Ontario, portland, Rideau Canal Nautical Heritage Festival, waterways

Saturday, June 27, 2026

This July, Boyne City will once again play host to the coveted Boyne Thunder Poker Run, a multi-day event for boaters and attendees which was voted the World’s Best Poker Run by Speed On the Water in 2017. This year’s event starting July 9th and running until the 11th marks the 23rd year of the poker run, with 125 boats

tags: Bay Harbor, boating, Boyne City, Boyne Thunder Poker Run, Camp Quality, Challenge Mountain, Charity, Elk Rapids, Fundraiser, Mercury Racing, Speed On the Water, Youth

Thursday, June 18, 2026

June is Ohio Goes Boating Month, and there are plenty of opportunities to get out on the water, learn something new, and take advantage of special offers from participating boating businesses across the state. BOGO Boat Rentals at Four Ohio Lakes This June Looking for the perfect excuse to spend more time on the water this

tags: boating, Charles Mill Marina, June, Ohio, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Ohio Goes Boating Month, on the water, special offers

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