Today in Great Lakes History –  May 12

Today in Great Lakes History –  May 12

1875:   On 12 May 1875, the scow-schooner SEA BIRD of Chicago was driven onto the beach a half-mile south of the harbor at Holland, Michigan by a Northeaster. After the storm, she was high and dry on the beach. 1884:   The wooden J.S. SEAVERNS stranded near...
Port Report  May 11, 2024

Port Report May 11, 2024

Port and vessel activity for Friday, May 10, 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 – May 11

Today in Great Lakes History – May 11

1854:   The 144 foot, 3-mast, wooden bark JESSE HOYT was launched at East Saginaw, Michigan, by Smith & Whitney on 11 May 1854. Later in her career, she was converted to a schooner and lasted until 1896, when she sank in Lake Michigan in a collision. 1882:   The...
Boatnerd News – May 10, 2024

Boatnerd News – May 10, 2024

S.S. Badger is ‘back, better and stronger’ earlier than planned for 71st sailing season   LUDINGTON, Mich. — The S.S. Badger is preparing for her 71st sailing season kicking off early on May 17 after her 2023 season was cut short. Following months of...
Port Report  May 10, 2024

Port Report May 10, 2024

Port and vessel activity for Thursday, May 9, 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 ...