Great Lakes Scuttlebutt is a FREE boating magazine designed as a resource for Great Lakes boaters to find boating businesses and services they need, while also keeping you up to date on news and information around the Great Lakes.
04/23/2025
🌞⛵️ Share the Sail in Spain! ⛵️🌞
Join our sister company, Latitudes & Attitudes Magazine, for an unforgettable sailing adventure to Mallorca. Set sail aboard luxurious catamarans with locally hired captains, free Wi-Fi, and much more to make this trip truly special.
Don’t forget the essentials for safety and security on the water! 🛠️ A marine-grade tool kit, prop wrench, and spare propeller can be lifesavers if your prop is damaged. Just like a spare tire, always be prepared to handle any unexpected situations and keep the good times rolling!
04/21/2025
✨🌴 Win the Ultimate Getaway! 🌴✨
As a thank you to all our readers, we're offering an all-inclusive vacation to St. Vincent & The Grenadines! 🏖️⛵️ The lucky winner will be chosen on July 31st so there’s still time to enter! 🎉
Use the link below for your shot at paradise!
👉 bit.ly/StVincentGLS
04/18/2025
Dreaming of sailing the world? 🌍⚓ Now’s your chance to earn sailing certifications for FREE! Thanks to Latitudes & Attitudes Magazine and Offshore Sailing School, you can gain 4 certifications and your International Proficiency Certification from US Sailing , valued at $7500.
Introducing the Hinckley 41 from Hinckley Yachts: a perfect blend of speed, precision, and craftsmanship. Offering a thrilling ride whether you're cruising or hosting at anchor, the Hinckley 41 is the ultimate yacht for those who crave adventure with style. 🌊⚡️
04/16/2025
Women enjoy boating as much as men—but we don’t see them taking the wheel as much. That could change with building confidence, as women learn more about how to handle, maintain or even trailer a boat and those are the skills that Irish Boat Shop, Inc. wants to help instill in creating Women at the Helm. We want them to become better boaters—and even boat buyers!
Please help us share this news so your audience can join in the informed women boaters group! Thank you for your time and support of Women at the Helm!
04/15/2025
The Sailfish 312 Center Console from Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales has it all! From a smooth, fuel-efficient ride to a striking design and unmatched comfort, this boat is built for performance and enjoyment. Whether you're fishing, cruising, or entertaining, the 312 has everything you need!
04/14/2025
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Let’s start saving! Get your new Zodiac now. We have several models in stock.
04/14/2025
🌞⛵️ Spain Awaits! ⛵️🌞
Ready to sail through the stunning waters of Mallorca? 🌊 Join our sister company, Latitudes & Attitudes Magazine, for a week of luxury cruising aboard beautiful catamarans. With locally hired captains, complimentary Wi-Fi, and unforgettable views, it’s the perfect European getaway!
To show our appreciation, we're giving away an unforgettable vacation to St. Vincent & The Grenadines! 🏖️ Enter by July 31st for your chance to win!
Don't miss out—enter now!
👉 bit.ly/StVincentGLS
04/10/2025
🏆🎉 The Monterey Elite 30 has been awarded the prestigious Innovation Award at the 2025 Miami International Boat Show! 🛥️
With cutting-edge tech, luxury design, and unbeatable performance, the Elite 30 sets a new standard in the marine industry. 🌊✨ Discover the future of boating – now available at authorized Monterey Boats dealers!
04/09/2025
Want to earn sailing certifications the easy way? Latitudes & Attitudes Magazine and Offshore Sailing School are offering FREE courses valued at $7500! Get 4 certifications plus your International Proficiency Certification from US Sailing!
From tackling invasive species to reducing plastic pollution, every small action counts. Let’s keep our Great Lakes beautiful for future generations by cutting back on plastics, cleaning up beaches, and supporting policies like the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. With help from Alliance for the Great Lakes, we can make a real difference! 🌊🚤
04/04/2025
Adventure has a new name—Axopar 29 XC Cross Cabin!
Designed for all-weather exploration, this powerhouse blends speed, comfort, and versatility like no other. Whether you're chasing sunsets, fishing offshore, or cruising year-round, this boat delivers. And when it comes to getting you on the water, no one does it better than Manitowoc Marina—your adventure experts!
📍 Available now—don't miss your chance!
📞 Call at (920) 682-5117 or visit manitowoc-marina.com
04/03/2025
Stepped hulls combine speed, efficiency, and style to offer better fuel economy for performance boats. They're perfect for smooth waters and bluewater fishing. With careful design and the right conditions, stepped hulls deliver unmatched thrill and efficiency on the water.
This article is brought to you by BoatTEST.com!
04/02/2025
If you're in the area this weekend, stop by Safe Harbor Belle Maer's Open House! You'll be glad you did!
04/01/2025
🌊 Did you know the most remote lighthouse in North America is Stannard Rock, located 40 miles north of Marquette? 🌟 Built in 1882, it’s a remarkable engineering feat that has stood the test of time, even surviving an explosion in 1961. Now, it plays a crucial role in climate research on Lake Superior, providing real-time data for the Superior Watershed Partnership!
03/31/2025
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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.
What started as a black and white newspaper-style publication back in 1992 has grown into what you see now all through the support of our advertisers (keeping us free!) and our readers (keeping them advertising!)
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