Saturday, January 24, 2026
As a boat surveyor in the Detroit metro area, I know firsthand that the Great Lakes are beautiful but our climate is unforgiving. If you’re new to boating and thinking about buying a used power or sail boat, here are my top five things to check so you don’t end up with an expensive mistake. 1. Check for Water DamageFriday, January 23, 2026
KINGSTON, ONTARIO – The Great Lakes Museum is proud to announce that it has been awarded gold in the Museum category by the community in the Best of Kingston & Area Contest. The Museum is honoured to receive this recognition and extends its heartfelt thanks to the community for their continued support. What a great way toSunday, January 18, 2026
For boaters who love the waters of the Great Lakes and beyond, The Friends of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is bringing the world of cinema to northeast Michigan. From January 21 through 25, residents and visitors will be treated to some of the most impressive ocean and Great Lakes films from around the world during the 14thFriday, January 9, 2026
As winter wears on and boating season starts to peek around the corner, Great Lakes enthusiasts have plenty of chances to get inspired, educated, and geared up for 2026. From January through mid-March, regional boat shows bring together manufacturers, dealers, marine gear experts, and fellow boaters under one roof — the perfectSunday, January 4, 2026
The 2026 Chicago Boat Show — Chicagoland’s largest annual boating event returns with more boats and more fun. Chicago's largest and longest-running annual boating event returns to Rosemont, docking January 28 through February 1 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The Discover Boating Chicago Boat Show®, inSaturday, January 3, 2026
Boat show season is upon us for the rest of 2025 and the beginning of next year. For boaters it’s like going to the best toy store in all the land! Boat shows offer such a great opportunity to meet new people, ask questions, learn about the latest products, and of course pick up a little swag. For those new to boating, or evenFriday, September 19, 2025
Riverfront Marine Sales & Service is excited to offer the full X Shore electric boat lineup—Eelex 8000, X Shore 1, and X Shore Pro—to boaters across the Great Lakes. Crafted in Sweden, these innovative vessels deliver exceptional performance while combining sleek design, advanced marine technology, and a trueSunday, September 14, 2025
Alliance Holds Education Webinar Session on Larger-Water Usage The impacts of generative AI and data centers used to house these servers have a large impact on the Great Lakes region than some people may think. The Alliance for the Great Lakes, a nonpartisan nonprofit working across the region toWednesday, September 10, 2025
Marine Trades Institute Secures Enbridge Fueling Futures Grant to Enhance Hands-On Training Opportunities for Students Marine Technology Institute is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 Fueling Futures grant from Enbridge. This significant funding will support the acquisition of essentialTuesday, September 2, 2025
Ohio Sea Grant to Co-Host Annual ‘Understanding Algal Blooms’ Science Conference Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Lab will soon co-host its annual event convening audiences across academia, government, and the agricultural community to share the latest scientific information about algal blooms. The
