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Happy summertime,
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and I hope that you’re spending a lot of time on your boat. This issue commemorates one of summertime’s great
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holidays, the Fourth of July. This celebration of our country’s independence reminds me of the same fundamental values we espouse in recreational
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boating, i.e., life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
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If you’re looking for a boat that will make your days on the water a perfect celebration, then look no further than the Prestige 450, 500, 550, and 620 featured in this issue. They represent all that is needed to make your days on the water peaceful and relaxing.
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Prestige designs, engineers, and builds all of its boats with the care and comfort of
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boaters foremost in mind. As a result, all their boats combine luxury and comfort with the latest in state-of-the-art propulsion technology. Speaking about new technology, Evinrude’s ETEC G-2 outboard motor is not just another
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new outboard. Analysts are calling it a “game-changer,” and you can read all about in our article on page 16. If the Prestige boats and Evinrude outboards bring a smile to your face, then another thing that makes boaters very happy is their pets, specifically their dogs. Boating and pets are a natural combination, and nearly every Great Lakes marina describes itself as “pet-friendly.” It is estimated that between 10 to 33 percent of marina slipholders have pets on their vessels. Most marinas don’t have any specific rules and regulations about pets. They just ask boaters to use common sense. Read the article on page 30 to discover the “joys” they experience when they have their pets onboard. They’re part of the family.
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If there’s one variable that can put a “crimp” in boating, it’s the weather. The recently
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released National Climate Assessment Report provides some startling news on this
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The report’s major message is that climate change is occurring now, human activity is a major cause of climate disruption, and now is the time to do something about this or face more dire consequences in the future.
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have the same negative effects as it does on the two coasts. Still warmer temperatures,
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problems, increase the number of invasive species in our waters, and change the distribution of fish species. Find out more about climate change’s impacts by reading our article beginning on page 26. If you’re looking for something new and exciting this summer, check out our article on drones (page 34). While most of us picture drones as those armed vehicles flying the skies in Afghanistan, those are the “steroid” version of drones. We’re talking about unmanned vehicles that boaters can equip with cameras to capture fishing and sailing events. A terrific spot for any boating activity this summer is Leland, Mich., our destination spotlight. This historic area caters to all the members of the family and offers plenty of fun things to do when you arrive at Leelanau Peninsula. See our story on page 20. And don’t forget to do more boating this summer! It’s fun, relaxing, and the perfect summertime activity.
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