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The Heart of the Thousand Islands

The Heart of the Thousand Islands: Known for its laid-back charm and easy access to…
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Lake George Steamboat and The Sagamore Resort
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The Most Beautiful Water

For generations of boaters, New York’s Lake George isn’t just a destination. It’s family. Story…
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One if by Land, Two if by Sea

Skip the traffic, save the miles, and experience the Great Lakes the way travelers have…
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Damaine VonadaGreat Lakes NewsNews
August 12, 2026

Contributing Writer Damaine Vonada Has Passed Away

One of Lakeland Boating’s contributing writers, Damaine Vonada, of Xenia, Ohio, died on April 14, 2026, after a prolonged battle with brain cancer. Damaine wrote many articles for our magazine,…
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MarineMaxBusinessNews
August 10, 2026

Safe Harbor Acquires MarineMax

Safe Harbor Marinas, a Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company, will acquire MarineMax in an all-cash deal that values the company at roughly $1.5 billion. As part of the agreement, MarineMax shareholders…
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Traverse City Food & WineEventsNews
August 10, 2026

Traverse City Food & Wine Expands Waterfront Programming, Adds New Chefs

Traverse City Food & Wine is expanding its waterfront programming and unveiling new chefs for the 2026 festival taking place August 19–23. The event features over 80 events and experiences…
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Boat Tests

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August 1, 2026

Valhalla 55 Sport Yacht

Valhalla 55 Sport Yacht: Doing it right.
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August 1, 2026

Four Winns HD2 OB

Four Winns HD2 OB: A high level of fun.
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July 1, 2026

Boston Whaler 330 Outrage

Boston Whaler 330 Outrage: A step in a new direction
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Boat Spotlights

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August 1, 2026

Chris-Craft Launch 27

Chris-Craft Launch 27: Driving a legend.
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August 1, 2026

Scout 288 Dorado

Scout 288 Dorado: Excitement comes standard.
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August 1, 2026

Godfrey Sweetwater 2286 QS

Godfrey Sweetwater 2286 QS: Sweet ride.
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Lake George Steamboat and The Sagamore ResortFeatures
August 1, 2026

The Most Beautiful Water

For generations of boaters, New York’s Lake George isn’t just a destination. It’s family. Story by Heather Steinberger — Featured in the August 2026 issue of Lakeland Boating “The lake’s…
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Lake Express ferryFeatures
August 1, 2026

One if by Land, Two if by Sea

Skip the traffic, save the miles, and experience the Great Lakes the way travelers have for decades. Story by David De Horn — Featured in the August 2026 issue of…
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Riverside Marina Kenny Anderson and Wife in front of signFeatures
July 1, 2026

Keeping Family Traditions & Memories Afloat

Kenny Anderson gets down to business along northern Michigan’s Chain of Lakes. Story by Dianna Stampfler — Featured in the July 2026 issue of Lakeland Boating Growing up in northern…
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Testing on the Green River with Bill Austin, 1958-59.Features
July 1, 2026

Welcome to the Jet Age

How the invention of jet propulsion redefined speed, handling and adventure on the water. Story by Bill Kranker — Featured in the July 2026 issue of Lakeland Boating Some people…
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Columns

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August 1, 2026

Dinosaur of the Great Lakes

Lake sturgeon are making a comeback. by Dave Mull When Great Lakes anglers talk about targeting really big fish, the species mentioned most often are likely lake trout, chinook salmon,…
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Sionyx NightwaveTech Deck
August 1, 2026

See More, Stress Less

Affordable low-light and thermal imaging systems change the way boaters see the water. by Glenn Hayes It’s not uncommon to see thermal or low-light imaging cameras onboard larger vessels. Their…
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New Year’s Day Santa Paddle, Niceville, FLPlatinum Pointers
August 1, 2026

Snowbird Paradise

Navigating the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and the Florida portion of the Great Loop. Story & photos by Tom & Brenda Lahey After traversing the river system and reaching the Gulf…
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Trailer boat transducerMarine Maintenance
August 1, 2026

Trailer Boat Transducers

Choosing the right transducer for your trailer boat. Story & photos by Capt. Frank Lanier A major benefit of owning a trailer boat is the ease of exploring new locations.…
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Michigan City Indiana Pierhead
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South Shore Escape: Michigan City, Indiana

South Shore Escape: Michigan City, Indiana From singing sands and historic landmarks to marinas, dining and sunsets, Michigan City, Indiana, offers a laid-back escape along Lake Michigan’s southern shore.
Michigan Inland Waterway
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Whatta Waterway: Michigan’s Inland Waterway

WHATTA WATERWAY: Michigan’s Inland Waterway
Orillia waterfront downtown Mariposa Folk Festival
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Sunshine City: Orillia, Ontario

Situated between two lakes on central Ontario’s historic Trent-Severn Waterway, the pretty city of Orillia is a hub of activity throughout the boating season. By Craig Ritchie Aerial / City…
Manitowoc Breakwater Lighthouse
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Harboring History: Manitowoc and Two Rivers, WI
Thunder Bay Top of the Giant Trail at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
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When Once is Never Enough: Thunder Bay, ON
Ashtabula Ohio
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A Sense of Place: Ashtabula, OH
St. Catharines Ontario
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A Tale of Three Cities: St. Catharines Area, ON
Brockville Tall Ships Festival
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1000 Reasons to Visit: Brockville, ON
Keweenaw Peninsula
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Wild & Wonderful: Keweenaw Peninsula, MI