October 1, 2025
The Start of the Inland Rivers
We just had one of our busiest weeks on the Great Loop yet. If you caught up with us last week, you know we just pulled into Chicago, which was…
September 24, 2025
The Windy City
If you’ve been following our journey since the beginning, you know how monumental each big city is that we cruise into. However, nothing compares to the sheer excitement we felt…
March 10, 2025
Navy Pier Marina Now Taking Reservations!
The Navy Pier Marina in Chicago is now accepting reservations at their new state-of-the-art facility downtown. Nightly, hourly and extended stays are available at the marina, with easy access to…
December 16, 2024
New Shedd Aquarium Exhibit Showcases Freshwater and Saltwater Ecosystems
The Shedd Aquarium’s new “Wonder of Water” exhibit opened this month to replace the Caribbean Reef exhibit. The new exhibit includes two 28,110-gallon tanks that feature both saltwater and freshwater…
December 9, 2024
Navy Pier Marina to Host New Boat Show
Revel Republic announced an expansion of its popular In Water Boat Show Series with the addition of the Chicago International Boat Show at Navy Pier Marina. The show, scheduled for…
November 18, 2024
Navy Pier Marina Begins Construction
Navy Pier Marina commenced construction in anticipation of the 2025 boating season, celebrating with a formal “water breaking” ceremony. Work on the marina will continue throughout the winter for a…
November 1, 2024
The Modern-Day Christmas Tree Ship
For 25 years, the U.S. Coast Guard has delivered Christmas trees to Chicago families in memory of the Rouse Simmons. by Heather Steinberger If you grew up in the Great…
June 10, 2024
TopSide Marinas Buys Bay Marine
TopSide Marinas has acquired Bay Marine of Sturgeon Bay and Bay Marine Chicago, bringing its ownership to a total of 10 marinas across six states. The family-owned company aims to…
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