Thursday, December 18, 2025
Walstrom Marine is proud to announce that Tom Ervin was officially inducted into the Michigan Boating Industry Association (MBIA) Hall of Fame during the organization’s Annual Awards Dinner held in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on December 6, 2025. This distinguished honor recognizes Tom’s long-standing contributions to theSunday, December 14, 2025
Searchlights and Handheld Remote Control System (NEW banner) ACR Electronics’ enhanced LED searchlights deliver powerful performance, versatile control, and easy usability. The ACR Point Pad manages one or two lights with XRCiZ™ technology to prevent corrosion. Each system includes a wireless handheld remote, lettingSaturday, December 13, 2025
Here are a few new items that any Great Lakes boater would appreciate hearing about for possible use next season. Whitewater Boating Vest During cool, “shoulder” boating seasons I prefer a vest when boating, especially if fishing is involved, for the freedom of movement they offer. Whitewater Fishing’s newFriday, December 12, 2025
Bringing your four-legged friend along for a day on the water is one of the best parts of boating — and with the right gear, it’s easier and safer than ever. Whether you're focused on visibility, comfort, or helping your pup get in and out of the water with confidence, these pet-friendly products are designed to make everyThursday, December 11, 2025
US Sailing, the National Governing Body for the sport of sailing and the Member National Authority of World Sailing in the United States, today announced the release of its 2025-2028 Strategic Plan. Developed through an inclusive, community-driven process involving sailors, coaches, volunteers, partners, and staff across the country,Sunday, December 7, 2025
- The Super Sub represents a new era of underwater performance - The fastest and most advanced submarine ever built for private use - The Curaçao testing program will validate the sub’s systems - Once approved by DNV, the Super Sub will be delivered to its new owner U-Boat Worx, the world leader in private mannedSaturday, December 6, 2025
One of my biggest fears is falling off my boat in the middle of the night, in the middle of Lake Huron in the middle of October. The likelihood of a recreational boater being out in late fall conditions is pretty small, but some of us still go out. Hunters and fishermen are a different story; their activities are dictated by seasonsFriday, December 5, 2025
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the completion of an experimental aquatic habitat reclamation project on Brocton Shoal in Lake Erie. A groundbreaking high-velocity jetting method was developed to clean and restore historical spawning habitat for lake trout. “This innovativeThursday, December 4, 2025
South Shore Marine (SSM) was founded in 1989 as a service company in Huron, OH with a tag line “First Class Boats”. Having grown up in a boating family, founder Tom Mack had a passion and love for the lake, boating and he was washing boats by age ten; cleaning boats became a summer job for over 10 years. In theSunday, November 30, 2025
For this year’s buyers guide, I got a special opportunity. I was sent a test unit of the all new FLIR Ocean Scout Pro. The next generation of marine thermal monocular, the FLIR Ocean Scout Pro was designed for public safety professionals and to provide enhanced situational awareness for professional and recreational mariners. It
