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With the purchase of a “Wear It” paper life jacket at any West Marine Store this month you’ll help support the West Marine BlueFuture and the National Safe Boating Council’s…

All boats imported to Canada after April 30, 2019, will no longer have tariffs placed on them. The Government of Canada recently lifted retaliatory tariffs on U.S. recreational boats entering…

The “Wild Mile” on the North Branch Canal of the Chicago River — the first mile-long floating eco-park in the world — is set to be completed by 2020. The Wild…

It’s that time of year again! The 2019 Lake Michigan Lighthouse Map & Circle Tour has been released by the West Michigan Tourist Association. The poster is a free PDF…

During the 2018 Chicago Yacht Club (CYC) Race to Mackinac, a fatal accident involving a malfunctioning auto-inflate PFD tragically claimed the life of experienced sailor Jon Santarelli. In February, the…

Milwaukee has joined the ranks of cities across the Great Lakes with 24/7 on-water assistance for dead batteries, groundings, empty fuel tanks or a tow through TowboatUS. The services can…

Mercury Marine was named Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year in the Mega category at the Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce annual awards ceremony. This is the third time the Fond du…

MarineMax Vacation welcomes the Abacos to its portfolio of base location. This Caribbean destination is known for its relaxed hassle-free attitude, miles of beautiful beaches, excellent fishing and diving, and…

It's been quite some time since the U.S. has seen a new bulk carrier ship in production, but the Great Lakes will see its newest freighter since 1983. The Interlake…

Dream Yacht Charter has introduced Dream Boat Club in North America in partnership with boat manufacturers Beneteau and Zodiac Nautic. The Dream Boat Club is a reflection of the growing…