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Friday, May 12, 2023

Charter boat captain Dave Spangler holds a sample of algae from Maumee Bay in Lake Erie in Oregon, Ohio, on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. Scientists estimate about 85 percent of the Maumee's phosphorus, which promotes algal growth, comes from croplands and livestock operations. (Paul Sancya/AP) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric

by: CBC

tags: Canada, Environmental Impact, Lake Erie, Michigan, Ohio

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

PORT CLINTON, OHIO --- Lt. Governor Jon Husted and a delegation of top lawmakers joined Ohio marine dealers on opening day of the Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show, April 28, 2023, to hear an update on the recently completed economic impact study of recreational boating in the Buckeye State. It was the second boat show produced

by: Lake Erie Marine Trades Association

tags: Boat Show, Great Lakes, Lake Erie, Laws & Politics, Ohio

Friday, May 5, 2023

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Great Lakes cruise experts are in Buffalo discussing the economic impact of a possible new port to host cruise ships. Tourism experts are talking about the possibility of Buffalo becoming a cruise port city in the future. Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation is currently conducting a feasibility

by: Lia Lando

tags: Great Lakes, Lake Erie, New York State, Travel

Thursday, May 4, 2023

Everglades is an industry leader in premium offshore fishing boats. Our knowledgeable dealer, Marine Tech Concepts, wants to show you the superiority of Everglades unsinkable RAMCAP hull along with the refined fit and finish that Everglades is known for. Join Marine Tech Concepts this Saturday for exclusive guided tours and

by: Everglades Boats

tags: Event, Great Lakes, Lake Erie, Marina, Ohio, Powerboating

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

PORT CLINTON, OH --- Thousands of Ohio’s boat lovers converge this weekend on the 18th annual Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show at the exclusive Catawba Island Club marina for 3 days, April 28 – April 30th. “While this show keeps growing in popularity,” says Michelle Burke, president of the Lake Erie Marine

by: Lake Erie Marine Trades Association

tags: Boat Show, Event, Great Lakes, Lake Erie

Monday, April 17, 2023

Put-in-Bay, OHIO - In honor of fallen American War heroes, Miller Ferries will offer active U.S. Military personnel and American Veterans free passenger fares during Memorial Weekend, Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29. "This is a small token of appreciation for all they have given our country. We want to make it easy and

by: Katrina Reed

tags: Events, Ferries, Lake Erie

Monday, April 10, 2023

MONROE, Mich. (WXYZ) — Governor Gretchen Whitmer made an appearance at the port of Monroe Monday to announce an expansion of the Port of Monroe. Thanks to over $16 million in grants from the state and federal government, it will soon become the first container terminal in Michigan and the most state-of-the-art port on the Great

by: Mike Duffy

tags: Great Lakes, Lake Erie, Michigan

Friday, March 31, 2023

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Lake Erie anglers can expect the 2023 fishing season to provide more world-class fishing and lasting memories, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Lake Erie walleye fishing will once again be exceptional in 2023 After another year of strong walleye hatches,

by: Ohio Department of Natural Resources

tags: Fishing, Great Lakes, Lake Erie, ODNR, Ohio

Thursday, March 23, 2023

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Twenty-four agencies in 21 Ohio counties will receive a total of $579,653.92 from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to support local marine patrol units. Provided by the ODNR Division of Parks and Watercraft, these funds are part of a continuing effort to keep Ohio waterways safe and enhance

by: Ohio Department of Natural Resources

tags: Boating News, Boating Safety, Great Lakes, Lake Erie, ODNR

Friday, March 3, 2023

Put-In-Bay Township, OH – A local island conservancy and park district are asking for donations to preserve a historic home site and nearly 30 acres of forest, meadow and bayfront property on South Bass Island. The Lake Erie Islands Conservancy and Put-in-Bay Township Park District are in the midst of a three-part acquisition

by: Jessica Denton

tags: Environmental Impact, Lake Erie, Ohio

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