The 2025-2026 winter layup list is now up and running at  https://boatnerd3.jasonbowlerdesign.com/winter-lay-up-list-2025-2026

McKeil’s new Ontario Venture en route to Canada

   Currently en route to Balboa, Panama, and then to eastern Canada, is McKeil Marine’s new self-unloading vessel Ontario Venture, a conversion of the tanker Patrona I carried out in China. The Patrona I has made at least one transit of the St. Lawrence Seaway.

[Rene Beauchamp]

 National Museum of the Great Lakes Offers Spring Lecture Series

The National Museum of the Great Lakes has announced its spring programming. Coming up soon is the Spring Lecture Series, featuring three engaging speakers; the Lil’ Scupper’s Kids Club, featuring new community partnerships; and a special Sensory Friendly Weekend in partnership with Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

    Check out the press releases in the gallery below for all the details.