September 26, 2018
Feature
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Madison Weaver
Great Lakes Myths and Facts: Lake Monsters, Dr. Seuss, and home runs
Lake Monsters, Dr. Seuss and homeruns all have one thing in common: the Great Lakes. Whether these stories are facts or myths, well that’s for you to decide.
September 25, 2018|
Published in the June 2018 issue
Feature
Charlie Sans
Guided Tour -- Miller Marina, Ohio: A Private Club, Open To The Public
Myers’ attention to detail and treating every guest of the marina as if he is his top priority is what sets Miller Marina apart. In this notoriously busy summer destination, it’s nice to find some peace and quiet and someone who appreciates the little thi
September 24, 2018|
Published in the February 2018 issue
Editorials, Feature
Heather Magda Serrano
A Shocking Green: Algae blooms on Lake Erie
In the summer of 2017, Lake Erie turned increasingly green and the transformation continued well into the autumn months due to algae blooms. The severity of the bloom ranks it as one of the top five worst blooms this century.
September 21, 2018
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Vanessa Oler
MBIA Speaks Out Against Lake Erie Turbines : Along with others, unanswered questions spur opposition to the proposed project
Lake Erie Energy Development Corporation (LEEDCo). is seeking permits to build the wind farm, dubbed “Icebreaker.” Michigan petitioners believe the approval of project Icebreaker on Lake Erie will stimulate economic interest in developing more.
September 21, 2018
News
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Boat Buyers Attend the Metro Boat Show: The Metro Boat Show has another year of success
The Metro Boat Show, held September 13-16, at the Lake St. Clair Metropark was deemed a success by producer Michigan Boating Industries Association, exhibitors, sponsors, and attendees.
September 20, 2018
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Madison Weaver
Etsy Finds: Satisfy your inner shopaholic
Support small businesses that share your love for our favorite lakes without leaving the comforts of your home. We know you’ll be thanking us later.
September 19, 2018
News
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Miller Boat Line Announces New Ferry Construction and Vessel Name: New Lake Erie Island Ferry to Honor Family Matriarch Mary Ann Market
Miller Ferries to Put-in-Bay and Middle Bass Island, Ohio has contracted with Fraser Shipyards of Superior, Wisconsin to build a new drive-on, drive-off passenger/vehicle ferry for delivery in fall 2019.
September 19, 2018
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Brunswick Makes Difference with Scholarships: Brunswick awards scholarships to children of marine dealership employees
Brunswick recently announced the winners of the 2018 Brunswick Foundation Dealer Sons and Daughters Scholarship program.
September 18, 2018
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Ashley Bruggeman
Update on the Industry’s Status and Where It’s Going From Here: The U.S. boating market is expected to achieve lucrative proceeds by 2024.
Global Marketing Insights, Inc. recently released a U.S. Recreational Boating Market report. According to the report, North America dominated the global recreational boating industry market in 2016 in terms of revenue at $16.60 billion.
September 17, 2018
News
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Future of Bavaria Yachtbau Secured: CMP acquires Bavaria Yachtbau
It was recently announced that CMP Capital Management-Partners will acquire Bavaria Yachtbau. It will also acquire all shares in French subsidiary BavariaCatamarans S.A.S at an undisclosed price.
September 16, 2018
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Hispanic American Anglers Increase: Hispanics are fishing in record numbers, but only one in four feels represented in the sport
The fishing and boating community has a record number of Hispanic American anglers – 4.2 million – so why do these anglers feel like the industry is still overlooking them?
September 15, 2018
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Get Involved: The Dnr provides ways for us to help the Great Lakes area
Below is an article from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) that details not only the problems our Great Lakes face, but also steps you can take and events you can participate in to make a difference.
September 14, 2018
News
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Lane Miles
Azimut-Benetti Share Stunning Success: Recently released statistics boast a great year for Azimut-Benetti Group
Azimut-Benetti Group recently released the following statistics about the staggering amount of growth they have seen throughout the year, proving 2018 to be a large success.
September 13, 2018
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Onnastasia Cole
Luxury Yachts: A Way to Enhance Your Great Lakes Experience: Discovering the yacht of your dreams
If you’re looking for some yacht-dream inspiration or wondering just how glamorous these floating castles can get, you’ve come to the right place. Here are a few models that will be sure to enter your day dreams.
September 12, 2018
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Onnastasia Cole
Quick Boating Snacks for Every Boater: Save yourself the time and worry of last-minute snack shopping
Spend a few minutes browsing our top five quick-to-make snack recipes for the weekend.
September 11, 2018
News
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Emily FitzPatrick
S2 Yachts Promotes Whitney Vishey: Whitney Vishey promoted to Director of Marketing and Communications for S2 Yachts
We are excited to share that our friend, Whitney Vishey, has recently been promoted to Director of Marketing and Communications for S2 Yachts, parent company of both Tiara Yachts and Tiara Sport.
September 11, 2018
News
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Are you up for the challenge?: DHS and Coast Guard launch $255K Ready for Rescue challenge to develop new boater safety solutions
Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), in collaboration with the U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center (RDC), launched the U.S. Coast Guard Ready for Rescue Challenge, a $255,000 prize co
September 10, 2018
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Meet the new Great Harbour Trawler from Mirage Manufacturing: New Great Harbour TT35 powered by Suzuki from Mastry
The new Great Harbour Trawler TT35 from Mirage Manufacturing is a unique, outboard-powered liveaboard cruiser. When the father and son design team of Ken and Travis Fickett went looking for the ideal power solution, they turned to Mastry Engine Center and
September 10, 2018
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Lane Miles
MRAA - New Name, New Home: The MRAA gets a major makeover for its Annual Conference and Expo
The MRRA will be renaming themselves and relocating its Annual Conference and Expo to Tampa, Fla. The event will take place December 8-11, 2019 at the Tampa Convention Center, its new home.
September 08, 2018
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Onnastasia Cole
Five Interesting Things About the Great Lakes: Uncovering fun facts about the Great Lakes
The Great Lakes are widely known for their size, beauty, and location, but what really makes them special is the history, culture, and mystery that surround them.
September 07, 2018
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Onnastasia Cole
U.S. Coast Guard Faces Consequences for Oil Act Violation: Environmental groups sue U.S. Coast Guard in attempt to protect the Great Lakes from oil spills
Two environmentalist groups filed a suit against the U.S. Coast Guard for having an inadequate response plan to protect the Great Lakes from potential oil spills, the Environmental Law & Policy Center reported on Aug. 22.
September 05, 2018
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Serpent Discovered at the Bottom of Lake Erie: Mysterious shipwreck possibly identified in Lake Erie
The Lake Serpent is a ship that sank in Lake Erie in 1829. If confirmed that this shipwreck discovered in 2015 is the sane Serpent, then it will become the oldest shipwreck to have been discovered in Lake Erie.
September 04, 2018
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Breaking News: Final Year of the MDCE Announced: Marine Retailers Association of the Americas and Boating Industry end partnership.
Boating Industry magazine, co-producer of the Marine Dealer Conference & Expo, has announced that 2018 will be the final year of MDCE. Marine Retailers Association of the Americas and Boating Industry have agreed to end their partnership that directed MDC
September 04, 2018
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Meet the New Chris-Craft VP: Ron Berman is announced as Vice President of Engineering at Chris-Craft
Chris-Craft has recently announced that Ron Berman has joined their team as Vice President of Engineering.
September 01, 2018|
Published in the August 2018 issue
Feature
Heather Magda Serrano
A Great Lake Tug: Vintage boat has seen them all
The 1926 tug boat was originally custom built out of Thunder Bay on Lake Superior for a Canadian paper company. The boat worked as a logging boat for 50 years before being sold to someone on Lake Ontario who used it as a dive boat off Toronto. The rust-co
September 01, 2018
Chris-Craft
September 01, 2018|
Published in the August 2018 issue
Feature
Brady L. Kay
Grady Meet Yamaha: So this is what 1700 horses feel like
It’s no secret; the popularity of larger outboard engines is on the rise, especially for Great Lakes boats like the Grady-White Canyon 456. So naturally when Yamaha Marine announced the release of its biggest outboard to date – the XTO Offshore V8 5.6L fo
