Roy Eaton, who broadcasts the Cruisers Net in the North Channel, has posted its history from 2004-2009. There were over 5800 call-ins this summer from over 1000 different boats. With new equipment his reach is much further. The Cruisers Net is sponsored by the Little Current Yacht Club and broadcasts from the Anchor Inn. Click here to read the history.
16 boats and several cars attended the Lake Superior Rally, August 7, through Sunday, August 9, at the friendly Madeline Island Yacht Club (MIYC), La Pointe, WI, which went out of its way to welcome our group. Some GLCC members arrived from extended cruising in the wilderness of the Canadian North Shore and Isle Royale. For a full report about the event, please click here.
Scientists are examining what they are calling "fundamental changes" in the Great Lakes ecosystem. News story here...
As of last September, 2009, boat operators in Canada are required to have an "Operator Card," as evidence of knowledge of boat operation. As a reminder US cruisers staying more than 44 days in Canada will have to have the Canadian Card or a similar "license" from their home states. GLCC member Fred Bagley explains the details here, with links to official web information...
When the Cuyahoga River caught on fire, it became a symbol for pollution on the Great Lakes. Now on the 40th anniversary of the fire, the river has become alive again. News story here...