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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

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 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, September 19, 2025

Riverfront Marine Sales & Service is excited to offer the full X Shore electric boat lineup—Eelex 8000, X Shore 1, and X Shore Pro—to boaters across the Great Lakes. Crafted in Sweden, these innovative vessels deliver exceptional performance while combining sleek design, advanced marine technology, and a true

tags: Boat Show, Boating, cruiser, day boat, eco, Electric, Great Lakes, Propulsion, Riverfront Marine Sales & Service, X Shore

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Images courtesy of Mary Robinson. Highfield USA gathered dealers and industry partners in Cadillac, Michigan, for its 2025 Dealer Meeting, outlining ambitious goals for the coming years while celebrating the company’s rapid rise in the U.S. market. CEO Christophe Lavigne set the tone with a clear message, noting that

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