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Sunday, 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, letting

tags: ACR Electronics, boating electronics, boating gear, chartplotter, cruising guide, Garmin ECHOMAP Ultra 2, Great Lakes boating, Maptech chartbook, marine navigation, marine technology, navigation tools, searchlights

Saturday, 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 new

by: Dan Armitage

tags: boating accessories, boating gear 2026, boating trends 2026, boating upgrades, Garmin Quatix 8, Great Lakes boating, marine equipment, marine products, Powerwinch, Sharrow prop, Shockwave seating, TRU multitool, Whitewater Thermoclyne Vest

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Navy Pier Marina is proud to announce that project founder and developer Randy D. Podolsky has received the Yachtsperson of the Year Award from the Chicago Yachting Association. This annual CYA award recognizes exceptional efforts and endeavors to enhance the boating experience for recreational boaters on Lake Michigan and

tags: boating awards, boating lifestyle, Chicago boating community, Chicago Yachting Association, Great Lakes boating, Great Loop destinations, Lake Michigan marinas, marina news, Navy Pier Marina, Randy Podolsky, transient boating, urban marinas, Yachtsperson of the Year

Friday, October 24, 2025

When it comes to boating on the Great Lakes, it’s mostly a guy thing. But mostly doesn’t mean always, and these women are among the old-school crowd that have been plying the waters for years – showing guys how it’s done and offering great role models for women and girls who would like to be at the helm one

by: James Proffitt

tags: Boating Inspiration, boating lifestyle, Charter Captains, Empowering Women, Female Captains, Great Lakes boating, Lake Erie, Sailing Stories, Women Boaters, Women in Maritime

Saturday, October 4, 2025

New for 2025, the Axopar 29 Cross Console (CCX) redefines what a center console can be. Built for serious boaters who demand performance, innovation, and versatility, the 29 CCX brings Axopar’s award-winning DNA into a bold new design. It’s turning heads across the Great Lakes and is now available at Manitowoc Marina.

tags: 2025 boat models, Axopar 29 CCX, Axopar Boats, Center console boat, Great Lakes boating, Innovative boat design, Manitowoc Marina, Performance boats, Versatile boats, Watersports boats

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