Recreational boaters cruising the eastern shore of Lake Michigan are sometimes tempted to skip the 30-mile “detour” down Grand Traverse Bay to Traverse City.
But those who venture into this sheltered deepwater fiord are well rewarded for...
You may not know from a simple or even a lingering glance, but the sleepy town of Oconto, Wisconsin, has produced one of the largest manufacturers of high-quality yachts worldwide. Oconto has less than 5,000 residents, and is certainly different from...
As soon as people around the Great Lakes begin putting their boats away for the winter, ice fishermen start going through their gear and preparing for the upcoming season. The wait for “safe ice” begins. Every year, both new and experienced...
Purchasing a boat can be one of the best decisions that an individual makes. In many cases, however, outside financing is necessary. Potential borrowers should consider whether to apply for loans through banks, dealerships or service companies. They...