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NOAA nautical chart of Muskegon Lake and its Lake Michigan entrance

Muskegon Harbor: Safety, Local Knowledge, & the 80/20 Rule

04/30/2026
Whether you are a seasoned captain or just learning to drive a boat, understanding the specific "handshake" of each harbor is essential for a safe...
Boating Safety
Child holding a flower to her ear on a beach at sunset

Happy Earth Day! Let’s Protect Our Great Lakes Together.

04/22/2026
Today is Earth Day, a moment to celebrate the incredible natural beauty that surrounds us and recommit to protecting it. The Great Lakes are more...
Our People & Community
Women at the Helm presentation with Michigan Maritime Museum and boating partners

From Passenger to Captain: 2026 is the Year for Women at the Helm

04/22/2026
 Since the beginning of time, the image of "the captain" has been viewed through a narrow lens—traditionally as a man. But looking at the marinas...
Boat Training & Captain School
Students wearing life jackets during on-water training in a small powerboat

Level Up Your Boating Confidence With A Boating Class

04/16/2026
Ready to take the helm with total confidence? Whether you’re a brand-new boater or a seasoned boater looking to sharpen your maneuvers, the National Safe...
Boat Training & Captain School
Tell Tales Fishing Charters: Lake Michigan salmon and perch trips with Captain Arlo

Cast Off! Lake Michigan’s Premier Fishing Charter Season is Here!

04/02/2026
As the ice thaws and the air turns crisp, anglers across the Great Lakes are prepping their tackle boxes. Charter fishing season on Lake Michigan...
Yacht Charters & Experiences
Visitors entering Yachtapalooza beneath a boatyard travel lift

Yachtapalooza 2026 Returns to Crowley’s Yacht Yard

03/18/2026
Chicago’s boating community is ready to shake off the winter chill as Crowley’s Yacht Yard prepares to host the highly anticipated Yachtapalooza 2026. Taking place...
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