Boatnerd News – July 1, 2024

Boatnerd News – July 1, 2024

Mackinac Island Ferry acquired by Hoffmann Marine Editor’s note: This story replaces an earlier post which was incorrect. The Mackinac Island Ferry Company that serves the popular Michigan lake resort community has been acquired by the Hoffmann Family of...
Port Report  July 1, 2024

Port Report July 1, 2024

Port and vessel activity for Sunday, June 30, 2024, compiled by Tom Geiger, unless stated otherwise. Please send future port reports and pictures to news@boatnerd.net You can Now visit Matt Miner’s Saltie page at ...
Today in Great Lakes History – July 1

Today in Great Lakes History – July 1

1852 CASPIAN (wooden side-wheeler, 252 feet, 921 tons, built in 1851 at Newport, Michigan) foundered a short distance off Cleveland’s piers. Some of her gear and structural material was salvaged in the spring of 1853, and the wreck was then flattened with...
Boatnerd News – June 30, 2024

Boatnerd News – June 30, 2024

USS Beloit prepares for launch, City of Beloit filled with pride By: Jerel Ballard Apr 18, 2024 Updated Apr 18, 2024 The announcement of the ship’s name came a few years ago, but now, after months of preparation, the USS Beloit is ready to embark on its maiden...
Port Report  June 30, 2024

Port Report June 30, 2024

Port and vessel activity for Saturday, June 29, 2024, compiled by Tom Geiger, unless stated otherwise. Please send future port reports and pictures to news@boatnerd.net You can Now visit Matt Miner’s Saltie page at ...