How To Do A Kayak Roll: 7 Steps On How to roll a kayak
by “How to Do a Kayak Roll” is a complete guide to help you troubleshoot and master your kayak roll. It covers 7 essential tricks for troubleshooting your kayak roll.
by Category: Sailing & Boating
The states around the Great Lakes have more registered boats and vessels than any other in the US. We love a great story about the lakes and we seek to tell it here.
We love to get out on the water of the Great Lakes. With more shoreline than any state except Alaska, Michiganders have ample opportunity to sail and boat on the Great Lakes and the 1000’s inland lakes.
Here are some of our best Great Lakes Sailing & Boating stories.
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Kool Sailboat – 1971 Marketing Genius
by In 1971 Kool Cigarettes sold sailboats. About 18,000 were made. It was one of the most unique marketing campaigns at the final days of the Mad-Men era.
Getting Ready for Winter: How to Properly Winterize Your Boat
by Anglers from cold climates know that they need to prepare their boats for the long, hard months of winter. And even in areas blessed with milder weather, if you’re not going to be hitting the water again until spring, it’s a very, very good idea to winterize your boat.
Great Boat Names – 14 Bits Of Transom Charm Found In the Boatyard
by Over the years, I spent a lot of working on my boat in my favorite little town along Lake Huron’s coast, and I found myself almost as fascinated by these names as I was with the beautiful beaches and lighthouses dotting my path. So without further ado, here are fourteen examples from across Michigan’s waterways—a reminder that it’s always important to have fun out there!
10 Unique Great Lakes Sailing Destinations To Explore
by Dreaming of another summer on the water? Thinking of new places to sail and explore? These unique Great Lakes sailing destinations offer so much to see and do.
3 Kayakers Rescued Near Port Austin In The Chilly Waters of Lake Huron
by A call to the Port Austin Fire Department resulted in kayakers rescued near Port Austin Michigan in the chilly 40F waters of Lake Huron Sunday, April 24th.
5 Easy Steps To Get Your Boat Ready For Summer 2023
by Every avid boater knows that sweet feeling when spring’s back half brings the perfect weather for long days on the water with family and friends. The sun is shining, and you couldn’t be more excited to get out there on the boat and enjoy it.
Whether you want to go fishing, skiing, tubing, or sailing, the same question applies: Is your boat ready for summer?
How to Buy A Sailboat – 7 Aspects to Consider in 2022
by Being able to sail is one of life’s truly enjoyable experiences. With so many options, we offer seven aspects to consider on how to buy a sailboat in 2022.
