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Thunder Bay Top of the Giant Trail at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
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When Once is Never Enough

When Once is Never Enough: Thunder Bay, Ontario’s vivid landscape and thriving cultural scene make…
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Moorings Charter in Tahiti
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Destination Charters

The stuff of bucket lists. Story by Ted Hugger — Featured in the March 2026…
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Windy City Boat & Yacht Show at Chicago’s Burnham Harbor
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Hot New Shows

Three fresh in-water boat shows are making a splash across the Great Lakes, giving attendees…
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Huron Harbor Pier RepairGreat Lakes NewsNews
March 6, 2026

Huron Harbor Pier Undergoes $3.5M Renovation

Huron Harbor Pier Undergoes $3.5M Renovation
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March 4, 2026

Sea-Doo Offers New Color

Sea-Doo Offers New Color
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BuzzNews
March 2, 2026

Godfrey Pontoon Boats Partners with K9s For Warriors

Godfrey Pontoon Boats has partnered with K9s For Warriors, and will donate a portion of 2026 Godfrey Monaco model sales to support the organization’s mission to provide Service Dogs to…
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Boat Tests

Sea-Doo Switch Cruise 21Boat TestsBoats
March 1, 2026

Sea-Doo Switch Cruise 21

Sea-Doo Switch Cruise 21: An entry-level boat that makes a difference.
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March 1, 2026

Pursuit S 388

Pursuit S 388: Find your comfort zone.
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Marlow 53 ExplorerBoat TestsBoats
February 1, 2026

Marlow 53E

Marlow 53E: Building the yacht that will fulfill your dreams.
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Boat Spotlights

Nimbus T12Boat SpotlightBoats
March 1, 2026

Nimbus 12 Series

Nimbus 12 Series: In the clouds.
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Tiara 39 LEBoat SpotlightBoats
March 1, 2026

Tiara Yachts 39 LE: The new jewel.

Tiara Yachts 39 LE: The new jewel.
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Chris-Craft Launch 35 GTBoat SpotlightBoats
March 1, 2026

Chris-Craft Launch 35 GT

Chris-Craft Launch 35 GT: American original.
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Lakeland Boating Magazine

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Moorings Charter in TahitiFeatures
March 1, 2026

Destination Charters

The stuff of bucket lists. Story by Ted Hugger — Featured in the March 2026 issue of Lakeland Boating Exploring new cruising territories while experiencing different types and makes of…
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Windy City Boat & Yacht Show at Chicago’s Burnham HarborFeatures
February 1, 2026

Hot New Shows

Three fresh in-water boat shows are making a splash across the Great Lakes, giving attendees the chance to explore, step aboard and fall in love with boating right at the…
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People shopping at boat showsFeatures
February 1, 2026

Shop the Docks

Your essential guide to navigating in-water boat shows like a pro. Story by Adam Lamb — Featured in the February 2026 issue of Lakeland Boating After spending the better part…
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tender loading into yacht garageFeatures
February 1, 2026

Love Me Tender

The simple inflatable dinghy has come a long way, with new jet drives and electric options dominating today’s market. Story by Craig Ritchie — Featured in the February 2026 issue…
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Columns

It’s important not to mix battery types in a battery bankTech Deck
March 1, 2026

Battery Battle

How to select the right battery for your boat. Story & photos by Glenn Hayes When it comes time to select the right battery or batteries for your boat, going…
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Three sizes of trawlers at the Miami Boat ShowPlatinum Pointers
March 1, 2026

Choosing a Boat

Tips for finding your dream Loop boat. Story & photos by Tom & Brenda Lahey You have decided that America’s Great Loop adventure is for you! Now it’s time to…
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Marine SpeakersMarine Maintenance
March 1, 2026

Turn up the Tunes

Selecting new speakers for your boat. by Capt. Frank Lanier Music is a big part of on-the-water enjoyment for many boat owners. If your boat’s current speakers fail to deliver…
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February 1, 2026

Customize Your Boat

Seven installation ideas to make your new boat your own! Story and photos by Capt. Frank Lanier You did the research, invested shoe leather at numerous boat shows, combed the…
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Plan Your Trip

Ashtabula Ohio
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A Sense of Place

A Sense of Place: Ashtabula, OH
St. Catharines Ontario
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A Tale of Three Cities

A Tale of Three Cities: Known as the garden city, St. Catharines, Ontario, and the adjacent communities of Port Dalhousie and Port Weller make a perfect trifecta that should be…
Brockville Tall Ships Festival
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1000 Reasons to Visit

1000 Reasons to Visit: Known as the “City of the 1000 Islands,” Brockville, Ontario, can’t help but impress with its stately estates and timeless charm.
Keweenaw Peninsula
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Wild & Wonderful
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Good Life, Great Lake: Erie, PA
Grand Haven MI
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The Grand Tour
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Small Town Charm
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The Heart of the Great Lakes
Traverse City i Duncan-L.-Clinch-Marina
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The Cherry Capital