October 31, 2017
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Garmin Releases Free All-in-one App For Boaters, Fishermen
October 31, 2017
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Does Winterizing Creep You Out?
October 30, 2017
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Boats.com's Top 5 Boats To Watch At FLIBS 2017: Kim Kavin of Boats.com gets the inside scoop on the hottest models, latest tech coming to FLIBS
The 2017 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is expected to bring more than 1,000 boats to seven locations from November 1-5. Here’s a look at five new models that are scheduled to be on the docks and that are likely to cause a stir.
October 24, 2017
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Aquila 36 And 44 Available For Tours At FLIBS
“This is an incredible opportunity to tour world-renowned catamarans that are exclusively power. As this is sure to be a popular show, we highly suggest appointments be made in advance,” stated Harry Mountain, Aquila brand manager.
October 20, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Winterizing: Watch Out For Vultures!
And after being out for a day, vultures, looking for fish, circled and tore through the wrap and the seats. When we got there, the boat was totally ripped to shreds!
October 18, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Crownline Introduces New Crossover Ahead Of FLIBS
“We’re a design driven company,” says Crownline VP and General Manager Kevin Riem, “designed by boaters, designed for boaters. And the new E series exemplifies that.”
October 17, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Union Sportsmen Team Up With RBFF : Utilizing the Anglers' Legacy framework, USA aims to get more fishermen to bring their sport to urban environments
"This partnership with RBFF,” USA CEO and Executive Director Scott Vance says, “will enable us to further develop our fishing events and community outreach as we connect America's Conservation Movement and America's Labor Movement in unprecedented ways."
October 13, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Put-in-Bay: Your Best Last Weekend: Ferry operator invites you to the Oktoberfest of your dreams
“It’s hard to mess up good food, cold beer and good polka music,” laughs Miller Boat Line ferry operator Bill Market. “The forecast is 77 degrees and sunny. If you’re looking for one last good weekend on the bay, this is it.”
October 12, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
New Yanmar Diesel Outboard Coming To North America
On the heels of Yanmar’s Monaco Yacht Show announcement about its new 50 horsepower diesel outboard, Yanmar’s North, Central and South America’s area manager Kevin Carlan speaks exclusively with Great Lakes Boating editors.
October 11, 2017
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Michigan Native And Boater Jeff Daniels To Tour With Son's Band
Emmy-winning actor reminds us he's a full-time musician and an actor on the side. Jeff Daniels confirms fall tour dates with his son’s band. The Ben Daniels Band will headline the shows, with the senior Daniels as an opener and support.
October 10, 2017
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New DNR Fisheries Division Plan Open For Public Comment
“We want you to see yourself and the resources you love reflected in the plan,” says DNR Fisheries spokesperson Elyse Walter. Before this plan can be adopted by the agency, it must be made available for public comment.
October 09, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Working Replicas Of Niña And Pinta Sail Great Lakes : The Columbus Foundation continues 25-year project to celebrate the caravel
Two full-sized, working replicas of Christopher Columbus’s ships are sailing from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico. The caravels are the twenty-five year project of The Columbus Foundation, an organization focused on the Age of Discovery.
October 06, 2017
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Goin' Rogue: International Yacht Network launches new RIB boat
“We are wanting to appeal to those who are tired of the same old style RIB boat and might want something a little more utilitarian or SUV-like in nature,” said president Jarrett Bryzek. “There is nothing else like this on the market at this price point.”
October 05, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Manitou Welcomes Manufacturing Day Student Tour
Manitou Pontoon Boats is celebrating, for the second year in a row, National Manufacturing Day by sponsoring the Capital Area Manufacturing Council initiative to give local junior high and high school students an inside look at Michigan’s largest job-crea
October 04, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Sea Testing For Carver's New C34 A Success: Carver's follow-up to the C52 Coupe is shorter and stronger
Wisconsin native, Carver Yachts, announced today the successful completion of sea tests for a C34 Coupe, to debut at this year’s Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show.
October 04, 2017
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View from Above: Port of Newcastle, Ontario
Looks like Port of Newcastle, Ontario, is beautiful even in the winter months! Check out this great drone footage from Tim Reesor, taken in January 2017. Keep an eye out for the full Guided Tour of this cozy spot on Lake Ontario in our December issue of G
October 02, 2017
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National Weather Service Simplifies Winter Hazard Warnings
Beginning this winter, the NWS will issue shorter messages following a shorter format that will address the what, where and when of winter hazards. The hazard and its impacts will always be found at the top of the message, including actions you can take.
October 02, 2017
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Tips For Fall Boating Safety
From the Canadian Safe Boating Council comes a few good tips on safely extending your boating season.
October 02, 2017
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Vanessa Oler
Great Lakes Prays For Las Vegas
On behalf of Great Lakes Boating publishers, staff, advertisers and community partners, we send our condolences and heartfelt prayers to the wonderful city of Las Vegas. We are devastated by last night's tragedy and mourn with the families of those killed
