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Thunder Bay Top of the Giant Trail at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park

When Once is Never Enough

When Once is Never Enough: Thunder Bay, Ontario’s vivid landscape and thriving cultural scene make…

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Destination Charters

The stuff of bucket lists. Story by Ted Hugger — Featured in the March 2026…

Windy City Boat & Yacht Show at Chicago’s Burnham Harbor

Hot New Shows

Three fresh in-water boat shows are making a splash across the Great Lakes, giving attendees…

March 16, 2026

First Annual Windy City Boat & Yacht Show Set to Launch in June 2026

The new Windy City Boat & Yacht Show will have its inaugural show June 12-14, 2026 in downtown Chicago’s Burnham Harbor, organized and produced by Informa in collaboration with Chicago…

Buzz News

March 16, 2026

Ohio DNR and Clean Marinas Program Promote Shrink Wrap Recycling

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Clean Marinas Program is encouraging boaters to recycle shrink wrap this spring through the Ohio Boat Shrink Wrap Recycling Program. Last year,…

Sabre 38 Salon Express with Volvo Penta DPI Driveline

Boats News

March 16, 2026

Sabre 38 Salon Express Relaunches with Volvo Penta DPI Driveline

Sabre Yachts announced the reintroduction of the Sabre 38 Salon Express now featuring the Volvo Penta Aquamatic DPI propulsion package, enhancing cruising capabilities while maintaining a compact, durable performance offering. …

Boat Tests

Boat Tests Boats

March 1, 2026

Sea-Doo Switch Cruise 21

Sea-Doo Switch Cruise 21: An entry-level boat that makes a difference.

Boat Tests Boats

March 1, 2026

Pursuit S 388

Pursuit S 388: Find your comfort zone.

Boat Tests Boats

February 1, 2026

Marlow 53E

Marlow 53E: Building the yacht that will fulfill your dreams.

Boat Spotlights

Boat Spotlight Boats

March 1, 2026

Nimbus 12 Series

Nimbus 12 Series: In the clouds.

Boat Spotlight Boats

March 1, 2026

Tiara Yachts 39 LE: The new jewel.

Boat Spotlight Boats

March 1, 2026

Chris-Craft Launch 35 GT

Chris-Craft Launch 35 GT: American original.

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Features

March 1, 2026

Destination Charters

The stuff of bucket lists. Story by Ted Hugger — Featured in the March 2026 issue of Lakeland Boating Exploring new cruising territories while experiencing different types and makes of…

February 1, 2026

Hot New Shows

Three fresh in-water boat shows are making a splash across the Great Lakes, giving attendees the chance to explore, step aboard and fall in love with boating right at the…

February 1, 2026

Shop the Docks

Your essential guide to navigating in-water boat shows like a pro. Story by Adam Lamb — Featured in the February 2026 issue of Lakeland Boating After spending the better part…

February 1, 2026

Love Me Tender

The simple inflatable dinghy has come a long way, with new jet drives and electric options dominating today’s market. Story by Craig Ritchie — Featured in the February 2026 issue…

Columns

It’s important not to mix battery types in a battery bank

Tech Deck

March 1, 2026

Battery Battle

How to select the right battery for your boat. Story & photos by Glenn Hayes When it comes time to select the right battery or batteries for your boat, going…

Three sizes of trawlers at the Miami Boat Show

Platinum Pointers

March 1, 2026

Choosing a Boat

Tips for finding your dream Loop boat. Story & photos by Tom & Brenda Lahey You have decided that America’s Great Loop adventure is for you! Now it’s time to…

Marine Maintenance

March 1, 2026

Turn up the Tunes

Selecting new speakers for your boat. by Capt. Frank Lanier Music is a big part of on-the-water enjoyment for many boat owners. If your boat’s current speakers fail to deliver…

Marine Maintenance

February 1, 2026

Customize Your Boat

Seven installation ideas to make your new boat your own! Story and photos by Capt. Frank Lanier You did the research, invested shoe leather at numerous boat shows, combed the…

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A Sense of Place

A Sense of Place: Ashtabula, OH

A Tale of Three Cities

A Tale of Three Cities: Known as the garden city, St. Catharines, Ontario, and the adjacent communities of Port Dalhousie and Port Weller make a perfect trifecta that should be…

1000 Reasons to Visit

1000 Reasons to Visit: Known as the “City of the 1000 Islands,” Brockville, Ontario, can’t help but impress with its stately estates and timeless charm.