Welcome to the GREAT LAKES CRUISING CLUB
Sharing Information to Enhance Cruising Since 1934
Resources and Relationships for Great Lakes Cruisers
Whether you’re an old salt or a novice, power boater or sailor, captain or crew, there’s always more to know about cruising the Great Lakes. Sharing information is what we’re all about. We are cruisers helping cruisers--to find remote anchorages; navigate locks and waterways; hone skills via online webinars; or connect with other cruisers and build friendships.
Many join GLCC to obtain access to our constantly updated online Harbor Reports--considered the most authoritative, accurate and up-to-date cruising documents on the Great Lakes. These reports provide detailed observations by members who have personally visited the area, anchorage, harbor or waterway. Is that restaurant still there? What about propane, hospitals or groceries? What’s the best approach? Current depth? How can I avoid rocks and shoals in an uncharted anchorage? A GLCC report is sometimes the only information source available for a particular remote location. Plus each report contains first hand and useful details, as shown in these three sample reports for anchorages in Lake Superior, The North Channel and Georgian Bay.
Unlike other guides, our reports are constantly updated – over 1000 since our start in 1934 — and regularly maintained by our members in a "wiki" format on the Web. They are viewable, printable and can be downloaded to your phone and computer for off line viewing while cruising.
And our renowned harbor reports are just the beginning…
• Many harbors have GLCC Port Captains, who provide local knowledge and assistance-- especially helpful for cruisers outside their home waters.
• A growing number of yacht clubs -- Great Lakes and beyond -- extend reciprocity to GLCC members.
• Member discounts for marine services, products, marinas and gas docks are available.
• Our online school www.glccschool.com offers live and recorded classes in all aspects of cruising.
• Collective member experiences provide priceless material for discussions, stories and boating tips.
• Besides our popular annual rendezvous, we arrange rallies, flotillas, and fun social events.
But the best GLCC experiences just seem to “happen,” when members find each other in the same harbor, refuge, anchorage, wilderness or dock. Having fun with fellow cruisers may be the best of all GLCC membership benefits.
Over 1000 Harbor Reports
One of the great member benefits of joining the Great Lakes Cruising Club is access to our detailed Cruising Guides for over 1000 harbors of the five Great Lakes as well as Lake St. Clair. Our Harbor Reports are continually updated by fellow GLCC members, and the latest versions are immediately available on this website.
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Tuesday in the GLCCSchool – An Introduction to Cruising Lake Superior
Tuesday kicks off the Cruising Lake Superior Package with Dave Carr’s presentation of an Introduction to Cruising Lake Superior. For anyone considering or planning to visit the Big Lake this is the place to start.
The Lake Superior Package includes five sperate webinars presented by two very experienced and knowledgeable Lake Superior cruisers, Dave Carr and Niels Jensen. You can sign up for the whole Lake Superior Package or register for the individual webinars that best meet your needs
Wednesday in the GLCCSchool – Cruising the Beautiful Trent Severn Waterway
Looking for a serene inland cruising experience? How about a beautiful shortcut between the upper lakes to Lake Ontario? The Trent Severn Waterway is a Canadian National Historic Site that traverses 240 miles through southern Ontario from Trenton on Lake Ontario to Port Severn on the Georgian Bay. Join Eric Sunstrum and Charlie Ellins as they guide you through a life time’s journey on this beautiful waterway.
Thursday in the GLCCSchool – Cruising Georgian Bay and the 30,000 Islands
The Georgian Bay is well known as a cruiser’s paradise for good reason. Whether you are planning your first cruising adventure to the Georgian Bay or planning a return trip and looking for new places to see and things to do, this GLCCSchool webinar is the place to be. Join veteran cruiser Dave Spencer and the GLCCSchool and explore the wonders of the Georgian Bay.
June 15 2025 Harbor Report Updates
Thank you to all the Port Captains who have updated their Harbor Reports and to all members who have contributed through comments. It takes a team effort to keep our 1100+ reports as current as possible.
GMail putting GLCC emails in spam
Have you been expecting an email from the GLCC and can't find it? Do you use GMail as your email provider? The Club has had an issue with GMail putting its emails in the member's Spam folder. If this is happening to you, please see how to prevent this in the HELP section on this website or go to GMail Fix.
You could earn 2025 GLCC Founders Award
Have you had a fun / exceptional / learning cruising experience on the Great Lakes
that you would like to share with other GLCC members? The Founders Award is a great way to take other cruisers along with you during that memorable time on the water