| Great Lakes Anglers | Boaters and boat retailers had a good year in 2006. Leaders of the industry-wide Grow Boating Initiative began a national... | Spotlight |
| Mayday: How to Summon Help | From the U.S. Coast Guard Office of Search and Rescue A lot of mishaps can occur out on the water, but thankfully most are... | Spotlight |
| Repossessed Boats Offer Great Value | One way to purchase a boat at a bargain price and is most probably in good condition is by aquiring one that has been... | Spotlight |
| Shopping for Loans | Despite the unsteady economy, 2011 is still a good time to finance a boat purchase. Lenders are asking for more data than... | Spotlight |
| E15 Partial Waiver Decision Allowing Will Create Widespread Confusion | In March 2009, a newly-formed, pro-ethanol lobbying organization called Growth Energy launched a major PR and lobbying... | Spotlight |
| Shocking News About Inverter/Charger Installations! | Five big mistakes you don’t want to make … When asked questions at my technical seminars, I often find they... | Spotlight |
| Reporting Your Boating Accident | Boaters may not know it, but unlike motor vehicle accidents where responsibility for filing a report—if one is required... | Spotlight |
| Buying and Insuring Used Boats | If you’re in the market for a used boat, this is your year to buy. Even as the economy improves, you can continue to... | Spotlight |
| Spirits for the Seasons | Getting ready to enjoy a getaway cruise to Florida, the Caribbean or some other exotic destination? Relax with the following... | Spotlight |
| VHS Virst Threatens the Great Lakes | Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) is a serious disease among fish in geographical areas including the Great Lakes basin,... | Spotlight |
| Man Overboard | When Attempting a Rescue, Move Fast and Stay Calm “Remain calm.” Experts tell us to do that in every emergency... | Spotlight |
| Three Tips to Maximize Your Electrical Safety | Location, Location, Location Location is one of the major keys to a successful real estate sale. You wouldn’t want to... | Spotlight |
| Dining at the Lake | Depending on where you launch your boat, you may or may not have access to a place for purchasing ready-made food to eat... | Spotlight |
| Five Common Boating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them | If you’re new to boating—or even if you’re not—it’s easy to make simple mistakes that may have... | Spotlight |
| Stay Safe on the Water | Operating a boat can be fun and exciting, but it has risks. Here are a few suggestions that will help keep you safe while... | Spotlight |
| Propeller Safety - What You Don't Know Can Hurt You | Take a moment to test your knowledge with the following quiz. 1.) If a passenger falls overboard from your boat, you should... | Spotlight |
| Simple Steps to Being an Eco-Friendly Boater | As marinas prepare for peak boating season around the country, now's the time for boaters to gear up to "be green... | Spotlight |
| Nine Reasons to Own a VHF Radio | In times of emergency, a VHF radio can be one of the most important pieces of gear aboard a boat. This means of... | Spotlight |
| Dredging Shallow Harbors - Great Lakes Boating Federation Draws Attention to Recreational Harbors | Throughout the United States and the Great Lakes region, recreational boaters depend on shallow-draft recreational harbors... | Spotlight |
| Make Mistakes at the Launch Less Likely with a Safety Checklist | Mistakes at the launch—a hazard whenever cars, trucks, and trailers operate in close quarters—can result in more... | Spotlight |
| Do you have a smoke detector installed on your boat? Should you? Must you? | To help answer the last question above, we first examine the standards set forth by the National Fire Protection Association... | Spotlight |
| What I Want | Custom Ship Model Model Ship Builder gives customers the option to have their vessel built in model size. Individuals give... | Spotlight |
| Helpful Tips for Winter Lay-Up Afloat | Do you keep your boat where the winters aren’t too fierce, but are still cold enough to put an end to the boating... | Spotlight |
| Cold Water Safety | Wintertime. The summer sailors have packed it in, and the deserted inland and coastal waterways are peaceful and relaxing -... | Spotlight |
| End of Season Tips | With summer coming to an end and the winter season just around the corner, many boaters are beginning to prepare their boats... | Spotlight |
| Signaling for Help | By Mike Baron U.S Coast Guard, Boating Safety Division Boat owners and operators should know the federal and state... | Spotlight |
| Magic in the Bottle | By Joseph S. Gulotti I was an energetic eleven-year-old, and I could sing every Beatles song from memory. My favorite song... | Spotlight |
