Recently, I had an opportunity to fly our to Connecticut and “audition” for a cruise ship company, which includes several interviews and also operating a very realistic cruise ship simulator, complete with an identical bridge representing their fleet...
Everyone is Irish for at least a week in Chicago. For as long as I can remember, it was not St. Patrick’s Day until the Chicago River is dyed green. Also, I have never in my life boated in Chicago in March… so who doesn’t like adventure? Full Disclos...
Last summer, there were several severe and fatal accidents in and around the Chicago Waterfront. However, there have been a record number of accidents over the past few years which have started to tarnish the reputation of mariners on Lake Michigan, ...
Looking for another epic adventure on the east side of Florida? Haulover Inlet is located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami, along the ICW. The man-made channel connects the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay in Miami-Dade County. We have all watched Wa...
Want to go to Florida every month this winter? Check out how we did it! Every year, we Midwesterners see signs that advertise cheap flights to Florida on discount carriers, such as Allegiant, Spirit, and Frontier to name a few. $39 tickets fro...
Hey Jeff. West Marine has several grills that would work. Use a bow cleat to keep the flames away from the gas. Also, go with the propane grill. Trust me. Hot coals are not fun on a boat! Stay Safe!
Hi. My name is Jon and I am a USCG licensed Master Captain from West Michigan. I am divorced, as are several of my friends and we are all members of Freedom Boat Club. I drive charter yachts and sightseeing tours in the summer in Chicago, and I use F...
We are huge fans of Great Lakes boating in the summer. Chicago has tons to see and do, regardless of the weather. If the "Big Lake" is smooth, try cruising in/out of each of the Chicago Harbors; go for a swim in the "Play Pen" north of Navy Pier, or ...
Absolutely. Instead of going to Wisconsin, try West Michigan. St. Joseph, South Haven, Saugatuck and Holland all have fish biting right off the piers. These will mostly be catfish and other bottom feeders, but talk to the local bait and marine stores...
