March 29, 2020|
Published in the June 2019 issue
Feature
Q&A With Mark Adamski
March 28, 2020
News
Underwater Hull Cleaning Kit
From the dock, deck or dinghy, it's easy to eradicate these tough, pernicious bottom-growing critters to achieve a clean, slick hull that's 30% faster and delivers as much as a 20% fuel savings.
March 27, 2020
Feature
Web Exclusive
Kennedy Ray
Top 7 Odd Attractions Near the Great Lakes: All of the places you've never thought to visit
The Great Lakes are a marvel attraction themselves but here are a few odd attractions to check out on the days you aren’t on the water.
March 26, 2020
News
An Effective Way to Social Distance
With large public events being canceled due to concerns over coronavirus COVID-19, boating is perhaps the most enjoyable way to spend time with immediate family while still social distancing. Shurhold has a Clean-N-Simple Tip to help sanitize the boat.
March 25, 2020
Multimedia, Gallery
Web Exclusive
Learn About Shipwreck Alley: How much do you know about Thunder Bay?
Take a virtual tour of shipwreck alley and appreciate some of the greatest mysteries of the Great Lakes.
March 24, 2020
News
New Bertram 50 Launches With Webasto Onboard
For over 50 years, Bertram Yachts has set the standard for luxurious, high-performance offshore sportfish boats and its recently launched Bertram 50 is no exception.
March 23, 2020|
Published in the August 2018 issue
Feature
Vanessa Oler
Flipping Sail: The New American Dream: Excerpts from Sailboat Cowboys
I was born and raised on the Gulf Coast and had owned boats and grown up in the world of beaches and water. I had trade skills and the idea of living on a cruising sailboat while repairing it had the advantage of affordable living with the aura of a roman
March 20, 2020
Multimedia
Brush up on Your Boating Safety
For those boaters preparing for another season on the inland lakes and waterways, as well as those venturing out into coastal waters, the Great Lakes Cruising Club (GLCC) and the Cruising Club of America have jointly prepared a new webinar, geared to sail
March 19, 2020
News
AirWave Marine VHF & AM/FM Splitter
Traditionally, each onboard radio requires a separate antenna. Saving space, time and money, the VHF & AM/FM Splitter from AirWave Marine connects both devices to a single dual-band antenna with crystal-clear performance.
March 18, 2020
Feature
Web Exclusive
Planning Your Loop Trip
We’ve set our summer schedule and are now working through some possible Great Loop itineraries for the Fall. Desperate times call for desperate measures!
March 17, 2020
News
Ready to Boat Launches on Boaters University
Ritchie Navigation's innovative educational program Ready to Boat has launched on Boaters University, an AIM Marine Group property.
March 16, 2020|
Published in the February 2018 issue
Feature
Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Michigan
Guiding sailors and their vessels for 165 years, the Grand Traverse Light is a lighthouse in Michigan that is located at the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula, which separates Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay.
March 14, 2020
News
Kappa Speaker Pioneers With Sound and Technology
Ready to rip on the open seas, the Infinity by Harman 6-1/2" Kappa coaxial marine speaker combines stunning visuals with high power handling and sensitivity.
March 13, 2020|
Published in the April 2019 issue
Multimedia, Feature
Captain Danny Lee
Early Spring’s Vertical ‘Eyes
Perhaps the most sporting way to catch Great Lakes walleyes presents itself early each spring when the fish move onto shallow rock reefs to spawn.
March 12, 2020
News
Verify Connections With Ease
An innovative UL- and CL-listed Twist-Lock Circuit Tester from Hubbell Marine speeds up checking shorepower connections by using simple LED visual codes to indicate electrical circuit conditions.
March 10, 2020
News
MiniShockles
MiniShockles from Davis Instruments are bungee cords on steroids.
March 09, 2020|
Published in the June 2018 issue
Feature
Vanessa Oler
Greene Point Marina, New York: From mother to daughter for 113 years
Not often do we hear about single-family businesses spanning five generations and 113 years, let alone by two sisters in the boating industry. But on the east coast of Lake Ontario sits a 95-slip marina that is just such a legacy. The sisters who run the
March 08, 2020
News
BoatUS Spring Commissioning Checklist
BoatUS has a Spring Commissioning Checklist to help boaters start the season right, along with a new YouTube Spring Fitting Out video library that shows you how to do some basic tasks.
March 07, 2020
News
Web Exclusive
Buying Boat Insurance: The Fine Print: Know your policy details about these 6 coverages
As boat owners prep for the season, it’s time to dust off the boat’s insurance policy and grab a magnifying glass to read the fine print.
March 06, 2020
Feature
Brady L. Kay
A Life Vest With Speakers: Kickstarter Campaign Underway
The Groove Vest is designed to solve the issue of not being able to listen to music while out on the water.
March 05, 2020
News
Keep Gear Accessible Yet Safe
Eye Straps and Lacing Hooks from Beckson Marine are the convenient anchor points for equipment-wrangling shock cords and netting containment solutions.
March 04, 2020|
Published in the June 2019 issue
Feature
Heather Magda Serrano
Tender Tendencies: Top-of-the-line options for Great Lakes tenders
Alright, you’ve got your boat, but do you have a tender? These little vessels are perfect for shuttling to and from your boat—that’s what they’re made for. But beyond that, tenders can be just plain fun, allowing you to go for a joyride along the shore or
March 03, 2020
News
Shared 2020 Priorities for Great Lakes
In advance of this week’s annual Great Lakes Day in Washington, D.C., a broad coalition, released a set of shared priorities for restoring the Great Lakes.
March 02, 2020|
Published in the June 2018 issue
Feature
Hannah Martinez
Hammond Port Authority, Indiana: Where Everyone Belongs
This month kicks off the new boating season in Hammond, Ind., with the smell of grilled steaks and a boat’s-eye view of the Chicago skyline.
March 01, 2020
Multimedia
Know These 3 Critical Things Before Getting a Boat Loan
Be smart consumers when it comes to financing a new or used boat. Here are three tips to help you avoid common problems when applying for a loan.
