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01/24/2025
🌴🌞 DREAM VACATION GIVEAWAY! 🌞🌴
The announcement of the St. Vincent and The Grenadines giveaway has been extended! Now, interested boaters have until July 31st! 😎😎
Don't miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime. If you haven't already, scan the QR code or use the link below to enter!
bit.ly/StVincentGLS
01/23/2025
The future of boating is electric!⚡️
Williams Jet Tenders and EVOA Propulsion have partnered to create the new EvoJet 70E. This model combines luxury, power, and zero-emission propulsion for a high-performance, eco-friendly ride. With a top speed of 35 knots, a 1-hour recharge time, and room for 13 passengers, this electric tender is redefining the boating experience. 🌊
01/22/2025
Our sister company, Latitudes & Attitudes Magazine has partnered with Offshore Sailing School to offer an opportunity worth more than $7500!
This offer includes a free sailing course, amounting to four certifications. Upon completion, you'll receive your International Proficiency Certification from US Sailing, allowing you to charter almost anywhere in the world!
FLASH SALE - Limited time offer
Save up to $1000 of your 2025 Boat rental vacation in Europe or Canada with Le Boat!
Book by Jan 23, 2025. No license or boating experience required.
🚤🌊 The week of the Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show is finally here!
🛥️❄️ Prepare to dive into everything you need to make 2025 your best year on the water! Come get inspired and start planning your next adventure!
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
🚤🌊 Set your course for the Detroit Boat Show!
🛥️ From February 1st - 8th, immerse yourself into all things boating. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a new boater, this is the place to be!
01/16/2025
Progressive Cleveland Boat Show is here! 🎉 Pick up the Winter Issue and 2025 Buyers Guide at the entrance. Let us know what you think! 🛥️
01/16/2025
Cleveland Boat Show!!!
01/15/2025
🚤❄️ Get ready to make a splash at the Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show! 🌊
🚢⛵ From January 23rd - 26th, explore everything you need to kick off the 2025 boating season. There's sure to be something for everyone!
01/14/2025
🚤🌊 The Milwaukee Boat Show is back January 17th-19th & 22nd-26th!
🚢⛵ This is your chance to gear up for an epic boating season this new year. Don’t miss out on the best offerings this winter!
01/13/2025
The Progressive Cleveland Boat Show is finally here! Join us for an exciting weekend of all things boating, happening this week, January 16–19! Whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced boater, this is your chance to explore hundreds of boats for sale, take advantage of exclusive show discounts, discover financing options, and get expert advice to help make your boating dreams a reality. Don’t miss the Buy the Boat Inspiration Center, where you can hear real stories from families whose lives have been transformed by boat ownership. See how owning a boat brings new adventures, lasting memories, and deeper connections to the water!
There’s something for everyone at the Progressive Cleveland Boat Show! From interactive seminars and fishing demonstrations to knot-tying workshops and paddling demos, it’s the perfect place to shop, learn, and connect. Celebrate Lake Erie’s rich boating heritage at the Lyman Boat Works 150th Anniversary Celebration, sample delicious local food like Put-in-Bay Boardwalk Lobster Bisque, and enjoy live entertainment all weekend long. Whether you're shopping for a boat, enhancing your skills, or making memories with the family, the Progressive Cleveland Boat Show has it all! Buy the Boat and make 2025 the year you set sail on new adventures. Get your tickets now at clevelandboatshow.com. Ohio Marine Trades Association
01/10/2025
🚤🌊 The Detroit Boat Show is sailing into town February 1st - 8th!
🛥️⚓️ Discover everything you need to make your 2025 boating season unforgettable. Don’t miss out on this amazing event!
01/08/2025
🚤🌊 The Toronto International Boat Show is only one week away!
🛥️🌟 Get ready to dive in and find everything you need to fuel your passion. Don't miss out on your chance to make waves in 2025!
01/07/2025
🚤❄️ The Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show takes place January 23rd - 26th!
Whether you're dreaming of your next adventure or shopping for the latest gear, don’t miss out on this winter boating experience!
01/06/2025
The Progressive Cleveland Boat Show is just one week away, and it’s the perfect opportunity to dive into the world of boating! With hundreds of boats for sale, exclusive show discounts, financing options, and expert advice, this is the event for anyone dreaming of life on the water. A standout feature of the show is the Buy the Boat Center, where you can hear real stories from families and individuals whose lives have been transformed by boat ownership. Discover how owning a boat has led to new adventures, created lasting memories, and strengthened connections to the water. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced boater, you'll find everything you need to make your boating dreams come true.
Beyond exploring boats, the Progressive Cleveland Boat Show offers engaging interactive experiences like fishing seminars, knot-tying workshops, and paddling demos—perfect for all ages and skill levels. Check out the latest models, explore top boating accessories, and learn about everything from boat maintenance tips to water sports gear. Don’t miss the Lyman Boat Works 150th Anniversary Celebration, where you can explore vintage vessels and memorabilia celebrating Lake Erie’s boating legacy. Enjoy delicious local food, like Put-in-Bay Boardwalk Lobster Bisque, and make memories with the whole family. Whether you're shopping for a boat or simply looking to have some fun and learn something new, there’s something for everyone. Buy the Boat and make this the year you take the plunge into boating! Get your tickets now at clevelandboatshow.com. Ohio Marine Trades Association
01/03/2025
🌴✨ WIN A DREAM VACATION! ✨🌴
Using the link: bit.ly/StVincentGLS, you can win a getaway to the stunning islands of St. Vincent and The Grenadines! 😎🌞
🏝️ Winner receives:
7 Days in Paradise
A Luxury Catamaran Cabin for Two
Roundtrip Airfare, Delicious Meals, and More!
Don't miss out! Winner will be announced in February 2025!
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The 2024 GLS Fall Issue is available NOW! Featuring articles on apps, insurance, and charters, this new release will be your most trusted resource as we transition into the upcoming off-season.
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Happy 50th Anniversary Sun Sail..!
For nearly a decade Zipwake has been a difference-maker for boaters, improving the ride characteristics, fuel-efficiency and overall stability of powerboats. Check out all the features and benefits for yourself!
The 2024 Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show is underway! You don’t want to miss a beautiful weekend at Catawba Island Club. Don’t forget to pick up a copy of Great Lakes Scuttlebutt Spring Issue while you’re there. 🛥️
The world's leading manufacturer of bow and stern thrusters, Sleipner, has once again revolutionized thruster technology with the release of their eVision thrusters. Boasting the first-ever electric motor designed specifically for marine thruster use, combined with their state-of-the-art gearleg and propeller design, eVision thrusters offer full proportional speed control and extended run times like we've never seen before!
The 2023 Metro Boat Show was a success and it was great seeing everyone there! Boat show season has officially begun!
Rope Lock is the foolproof way to tie your boat or set and adjust your bumpers/fenders. Only takes seconds to tie your boat and fenders! To learn more visit https://www.ropelock.com/#a_aid=12&a_bid=e93161e8
Great Lakes Scuttlebutt is a bi-monthly, free magazine distributed at 1500+ locations along the US and Canadian coastlines of the Great Lakes. Our business aims to provide Great Lakes boaters of all types a source for information, products, services, and adventures that are all relevant to them as freshwater, Great Lakes boaters.
Five of our six annual issues feature a “Destination” for each of the Great Lakes - that means 25 amazing, boating-friendly places highlighted each year! Every business found inside is pertinent to Great Lakes boaters either because they are located on the shores of the Great Lakes or because they offer services to the Great Lakes area at large. Finally, you will always find fishing reports and articles, sailing stories, classified/used boats, and all the latest news on the Great Lakes in every issue.
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