Discover Boating Chicago Boat Show Guide

JANUARY 11-15, 2023

OFFICIAL SHOW GUIDE SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

BOATS BY BRAND

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WELCOME!

SEE YOU OUT HERE

Hi there!

There are endless ways to enjoy the water. If you’re a boater, you know. And if you’re new to boating, you’re about to find out. Welcome to the Discover Boating® Chicago Boat Show™.

It’s so good see you here.

What will you find at this year’s show? For starters—an incredible lineup of new boats. So, whether you’re looking for your first boat or your next boat, you’ll have plenty of options to shop and compare (plus take advantage of show deals and incentives). And even if you’re not planning to buy, it’s fun to see the latest innovations and cutting-edge designs.

You’ll also find a great selection of gear—accessories for all your favorite on-water activities and upgrades to enhance your time on the water. Not to mention items you didn’t know existed, or realize you needed.

Finally, to round out your day at the show, be sure to check out the all the attractions and boating resources—fun activities, interactive exhibits, and entertainment, too. There really is no better place to discover boating.

We hope you enjoy the show. See you out here!

Keith Ogulnick Show Manager

P.S. Be sure to check out DiscoverBoating.com for boating tips, expert advice, resources and more.

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DISCOVER BOATING® CHICAGO BOAT SHOW® PaddleFest Pool Sand Sculpting Lessons Youngsters of all ages are invited to put their toes in the sand and build a sandcastle at McCormick Beach, the show’s giant sandbox! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wednesday, January 11 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Thursday, January 12 11:30 am - 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

NEW! SAND PIRATES MCCORMICK PLACE BEACH P2035

Discover the secrets of sand sculpting and see how large sculptures are created with sand artist Janet Moore Schrader a.k.a. The Sand Pirate. Take a free class and learn how to stack sand, carve windows, doors, and stairs.

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Friday, January 13 11:30 am 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Saturday, January 14 10:30 am - 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Sunday, January 15 10:30 am - 2:00 pm 4:00 pm: Destroy the kraken!!!

What is the best thing about building a sand sculpture? Knocking it down. In this 20-min. class learn how to make sand cannonballs and throw them at the giant sand sculpture.

P2000

Experience the fun of stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), kayaking SUP yoga and other paddle sports. We’ll provide all the gear and instruction you need to take a test ride.

Corona Find Your Beach Bar & Cantina P2055

Put yourself in a vacation state of mind!

Enjoy icy cold beverages and tasty casual fare. Todd Donnelly of the Mr. Myers Band will provide musical entertainment.

Island Party Hut & Boat Playpen P2045

Grab an ice-cold beverage and take a break to play ping-pong, bags, giant Jenga and more. Be sure to take a family photo in the giant Adirondack chair.

Gypsy Rose III Landship P2070

Join Captain Tim and his crew of pirate scallywags for a "high seas adventure" aboard the Gypsy Rose III —sing pirate sea shanties, skirmish with swords, and even fire a canon. You’re welcome to take a few photos with the Gypsy Rose III as a souvenir of your pirate adventure.

DISCOVER YAMAHA BOATS AND WAVERUNNERS AT THE SHOW

R U N T H E WAT E R

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YA M A H AWAV E R U N N E R S .C O M

This document contains many of Yamaha’s valuable trademarks. It may also contain trademarks belonging to other companies. Any references to other companies or their products are for identification purposes only, and are not intended to be an endorsement. Follow instructional materials and obey all laws. Ride responsibly, wearing protective apparel and USCG-approved personal flotation device. Always ride within your capabilities, allowing time and distance for maneuvering, and respect others around you. Never drink and ride. WaveRunner® is a Yamaha brand personal watercraft and not a generic term. ©2022 Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. All rights reserved.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

NEW! DISCOVER BOATING BEACH CLUB Bring on the summer vibes. Kick back with your crew and discover the best of boating—surrounded by hundreds of the hottest new boats on the market today.

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Whet your appetite at the #BoatAppetit main stage as notable chefs and mixologists create nautical nosh and boating bevvies

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Chill out with live DJ sets by @DreaJay

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Sand sculpting demos and classes—Discover the art of sand sculpting with Janet Moore “The Sand Pirate”

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Play beach games, check out the virtual boating photo and video booth and more

Surf’s up! Watch pro surfers ride the ultimate indoor wave or grab a board and go for it yourself

New! Surf Simulator P2000

Surf’s up at McCormick Place! Can you ride the waves like you own them—or will you wipe out? Only one way to know—take a ride on the FlowRider surf simulator.

Experience the fun of “catching a wave” as you put your surfing skills to test.

Blackhawk Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society Display P1708

If you’re a fan of classic boats, or simply appreciate the chance to see a bit of nautical history, be sure to visit this exhibit. Step back in time to admire craftsmanship and beauty of vintage boats, presented by the Blackhawk Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society of America.

FAMILY FUN! Chicago Maritime Arts Center Kids’ Corner P1866

Build-a-Boat Contest Build a boat from aluminum foil and compete with other boat builders to see whose design can hold the most golf balls without sinking. Grand Prize: One Week Boating Skills Class.

Open to kids of all ages. Ages 10-14 eligible to win the Grand Prize.

Hands on STEM activities Teach buoyancy, how winds power sailboats, and how to multiply power with simple machines. Also on display—real rowing skiffs built by kids!

Huck Finn Trout Pond Kids’ Corner P1870

A show tradition! Catch-and-release fishing pond is a great way to introduce youngsters to the fun of fishing. Free for kids age 12 and younger!

NEW! Face Painting for Kids Kids’ Corner

Friday, Saturday, Sunday only

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FRED'S SHED

HOW-TO SEMINARS - BOOTH P1452 Tips, tricks and DIY advice for every boater—from first timers to experienced captains.

How Do I Know If I Have The Correct Prop?

Sponsored by Yamaha Genuine Propellers

What pitch prop should you use? Are there advantages of a 4-blade prop over a 3-blade? Which is better aluminum or stainless steel? Get answers to these questions and learn how props impact performance and fuel economy.

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines Sponsored by Yamalube

Watch, learn and do!

First-time boaters and seasoned do-it-yourselfers alike can boost their boating know-how with professional, practical advice from boating and tech experts. Daily seminars cover everything from getting started, to service and maintenance, to updating and operating, include live demos of techniques and tools, and end with Q & A sessions.

Have a boat or engine problem you’ve not been able to fix? Stop by and ask our tech expert about it— pros will be on hand to answer your questions throughout the show.

It’s all FREE, compliments of the Discover Boating® Chicago Boat Show™

SPONSORED BY:

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Learn basic maintenance and how to prevent problems before they happen to keep your gas powered outboard running its best. We will dive into the carburetor and fuel injection systems of both today’s and yesterday’s boats, and look inside a motor cutaway to gain a better understanding of motor mechanics.

What Is The Correct Fuel For My Motor and How Do I Care For It? Sponsored by Yamalube

Wondering what is best for your boat— pure gas, E10 or E15? Is there a difference between marina gas and gas from car pumps? Should you store your boat full or empty? How does ethanol affect marine engines? This session tackles fuel system basics, including the tough subject of ethanol in marine engines.

Why Is The Correct Battery More Important Than Ever Before?

Everything you need to know about marine batteries but didn’t know who or what to ask! Listen in as our pros share their expertise and leave with the know how to solve basic electrical issues and maintain your batteries.

Talk with a Tech Pro Stop by for a free one-on-one consultation with our certified marine technician.

Get professional advice and answers to your questions enhanced by hands-on demonstrations of tools and techniques on boat and motor cutaways. Sessions are first-come, first-served.

New Boater Basics Sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft

New to boating? Learn how to choose the right boat for you and your family and what you need to consider as you are boat shopping today. We will also dive into the “rules on the water” which are similar to the rules of the road.

What Maintenance Does My Trailer Need?

Learn what to check on your trailer before you hitch up and head out to the launch ramp. This session covers all the basic parts and trailer care. Get answers to these questions and more: Why are there grease zerk fittings on my trailer axles? Or should there be? Are any tires that fit on the rim OK to use on my boat trailer?

How To Replace A Water Pump?

Learn all about your water pump and its importance, and why an inline fuel filter should be considered to remove water from your fuel tank.

Winterization and the Proper Way to Store Fuel In My Boat in the Off Season Sponsored by Yamalube

Learn the important steps to preparing your boat for its winter nap. We will discuss fuel storage, water draining if any, the best time to do any maintenance prior to the next season and other critical winterizing tips.

FRED’S SHED SEMINAR SCHEDULE TIME

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

10am

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Talk with a Tech Pro

Talk with a Tech Pro

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Talk with a Tech Pro

Talk with a Tech Pro

What Safety Gear Should I Have on Board?

New Boater Basics

11am

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

Yamalube

Yamalube

Yamalube

12pm

1pm

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What Is the Correct Fuel for My Motor?

Sponsored by Yamalube

2pm

Talk with a Tech Pro

Winterization for My Boat in the Off Season Sponsored by Yamalube

3pm

4pm

5pm

What Safety Gear Should I Have on Board?

What Safety Gear Should I Have on Board?

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

Yamalube

Yamalube

What Is the Correct Fuel for My Motor?

Sponsored by

What Maintenance Does My Trailer Need?

Yamalube

6pm

7pm

8pm

How Do I Know If I Have the Correct Prop?

Sponsored by Yamaha Genuine Propellers

What Is the Correct Fuel for My Motor?

Sponsored by Yamalube

Why Is the Correct Battery More Important Than Ever Before?

What Maintenance Does My Trailer Need?

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines

Winterization for My Boat in the Off Season

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

Yamalube

Yamalube

How To Replace A Water Pump

Talk with a Tech Pro

Winterization for My Boat in the Off Season

New Boater Basics

Sponsored by

Yamaha Watercraft

Sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft

How Do I Know If I Have the Correct Prop?

Sponsored by Yamaha Genuine Propellers

Why Is the Correct Battery More Important Than Ever Before?

Basic Motor Maintenance for Marine Engines Sponsored by Yamalube

Sponsored by

How To Replace a Water Pump

Talk with a Tech Pro

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Yamalube

New Boater Basics

New Boater Basics

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

Yamaha Watercraft

Yamaha Watercraft

Talk with a Tech Pro

Talk with a Tech Pro

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What Maintenance Does My Trailer Need?

New Boater Basics Sponsored by Yamaha Watercraft

Talk with a Tech Pro

How To Replace a Water Pump

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Talk with a Tech Pro

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Relax responsibly®.

Corona Extra® and Corona Premier ® Beers, Corona Refresca™ Malt Beverage with Natural Flavors and Certified Colors, and Corona® Hard Seltzer Flavored with Other Natural Flavors. Imported by Crown Imports, Chicago, IL Corona Premier: Per 12 fl. oz. serving average analysis: Calories: 90, Carbohydrates: 2.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, Fat 0.0 g.

GET THE NMMA CERTIFIED ADVANTAGE: TESTED. INSPECTED. RESPECTED. Whether you enjoy fishing, waterskiing or simply relaxing with family and friends, when you’re out on the water, you want to have fun. You also want peace of mind. That’s why you should choose an NMMA Certified boat.

Every NMMA Certified boat undergoes thorough, third-party inspections to ensure it meets or exceeds all industry safety and construction standards, as well as all federal regulations. That means you can be confident you are buying from a manufacturer that has gone the extra mile to earn the right to display the NMMA Certified logo.

To learn more about NMMA Certification visit: DiscoverBoating.com/buying/what-is-a-certified-boat.

NMMA CERTIFIED BOAT BRANDS AB Inflatables

Century Boats

Ingenity

Pathfinder

Spartan Boats

Absolute Yachts

Chaparral

Intex

Pavati

Splendor Boats

Advanced Elements

Chris-Craft

Intrepid Powerboats

Polar Kraft

Sportsman Boats

AluCat

Cigarette Racing

Invincible

Porta-Bote

Starcraft

Alumacraft

Coach Pontoons

Island Packet Yachts

Premier

Stingray Boats

Angler Qwest Pon-

Cobalt Boats, LLC

Jupiter

Princecraft

SunCatcher

toons,

Cobia

Katanacraft

Pursuit

SunChaser

Argos Nautic

Contender Boats

Kawasaki Motor Mfg

Qwest Pontoons

Suncruiser

Arth Boats

Crest

Corp USA

Ranger Tugs

Supra

Aspen Power Catama-

Crestliner

Landau Boats

Reflex

Sylvan

rans

Crevalle Boats

Leopard

Regal

Tahoe Pontoons Boats

ATX Surf Boats

Cruisers Yachts

Lowe Boats

Regulator

Taiga - PWC

Avalon Pontoons

Cutwater Boats

Lund

RH Aluminum Boats

Thresher Boats

Aviara Boats

Cypress Cay

Malibu Boats

Robalo

Thunder Jet

Axis Wake

Dave's Custom Boats

Mamba Custom Boats

Rogue Jet Boatworks

Tiara Yachts

Axopar

Duckworth

Manitou Pontoon Boats

Sabre Yachts

Tige

Azimut

EdgeWater

Marine Technology

SailFish Boats

Trifecta

Back Cove Yachts

Everglades

Maritimo

Scarab

Ultrasport

Barletta Boats

Fish Rite

Marlow Yachts

Schaefer Yachts

Veranda

Bass Cat

Formula

MasterCraft

Scout

Vexus

Bayliner

Fountain

Maverick

Sea Chaser

Viaggio

Belzona

Four Winns

Midnight Express

Sea Ray Boats

Walker Bay Boats

Bennington

G-3 Boats

MirroCraft

SeaArk Boats

Weldcraft

Berkshire

Glastron

MJM Yachts

SeaHunter

Wellcraft

Bestway USA

Godfrey Pontoon Boats

Montego Bay

SeaVee Boats

Williams Jet Tenders

Blackfin

Grady-White Boats

Monterey Boats

Seaward Yachts

X Shore

Boston BoatWorks

Grand Banks

Moomba

Sevylor

Xcursion

Boston Whaler

Harris

Nautic Star Boats

Skeeter

XO

BRP

HCB Yachts

Nautique

Smokercraft

Xpress Boats

Burger

Hewes

Neptunus Yachts

Solace Boats

Yamaha Boats

Carolina Skiff

Heyday

Nordic Tugs

Solstice

Yamaha WaveRunners

Centurion Boats

Hurricane

Northwest

South Bay

Yar-Craft

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NEW for 2023 Hurricane SunDeck 2600 on Display

Come See us in Booth P1400 to Learn More About Our Boats!

For more information on the SunDeck Sport 205 & the rest of our 2023 lineup, visit us at hurricaneboats.com @hurricaneboats

BOATS BY BRAND Alumacraft*

BRP Marine Division - Manitou, Alumacraft

P1230

Aqua-Patio

Godfrey Marine

P1400

ATX Surf Boats*

Tige/ATX Boats

P1170

Avalon Pontoons*

Avalon & Tahoe Mfg., Inc.

P1110

Aviara Boats*

Aviara Boats

P1178

Axis Wake*

Malibu Boats

P1130

Axopar*

Manitowoc Marina LLC

P1226

Barletta Boats*

Barletta Pontoon Boats

P1482

Bayliner*

Bayliner Marine Corporation

P1270

Beneteau

Beneteau America Power Boats

P1348

Regal*

Regal Boat Company

P1330

Chaparral Boats, Inc.

P1120

Mastercraft*

MasterCraft

P1160

MB Sports

The Edge Inc.-MB Sports

P1530

Monterey Boats*

Monterey Boats

P1040

Moomba*

Skier's Choice

P1525

Nautic Star Boats*

Nautic Star Boats, LLC

P1235

Nautique*

Nautique Boat Company

P1520

Pardo

Spring Brook Marine

P1325

Prestige

Jeanneau-Prestige, Spring Brook Marine

P1320, P1325

Pursuit*

Walstrom/Pursuit Boats

P1335

Bennington*

Bennington Marine

P1430

Robalo*

Boston Whaler*

The Boat House of Lauderdale Lakes

P1625

Sabre Yachts*

Bay Marine

P1450

BRABUS

Manitowoc Marina LLC

P1226

Scarab*

Scarab Jet Boats

P1375

Chaparral*

Chaparral Boats, Inc.

P1120

Scout*

Scout Boats, Inc.

P1275

Chris-Craft*

Chris Craft Corp.

P1620

Sea Pro

B & E Marine, Inc.

P1240

Cobalt Boats LLC*

Cobalt Boats

P1200

Sea Ray Boats*

Sea Ray Group

Crest Marine*

Crest Marine LLC

P1105

P1260, P1268

Crevalle Boats*

Bay Marine

P1450

Sea-Doo*

Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.

P1000

Crownline

Crownline Boats

P1115

Skeeter*

Skeeter Boats Inc. A Yamaha Boat Company

P1585

Cruisers Yachts*

Cruisers Yachts

P1264

Smokercraft*

Edgewater*

Bay Marine

P1450

Lake Holiday Marina, Smoker Craft, Inc

P1455, P1460

Formula*

Formula Boats Midwest

P1500

South Bay*

Southbay Pontoons

P1020

Four Winns*

Four Winns

P1370

Starcraft*

Smoker-Craft

P1378, P1470

G3 Boats*

G3boats - A Yamaha Boat Company

P1580

SunCatcher*

G3boats - A Yamaha Boat Company

P1580

Godfrey Pontoon Boats*

Godfrey Marine

P1400

Stingray Boats*

Stingray Boats

P1050

Grady-White Boats*

Grady-White Boats, Inc.

P1145

SunChaser*

Sunchaser Pontoons

P1035

Harris*

Harris

P1475

Supra*

Skier's Choice

P1525

Hermes Speedster

Spring Brook Marine

P1325

Sylvan*

Smoker-Craft

P1470

Heyday*

Heyday

P1180

Tige*

Tige/ATX Boats

P1170

Hi-Field

Offshore Marine

P1244

Viaggio*

Hurricane*

P1600, P1706

Godfrey Marine

P1400

Viaggio Pontoon Boats, Five Star Boat Center

Wellcraft*

Spring Brook Marine

P1325

Jeanneau

Jeanneau-Prestige, Spring Brook Marine

P1320, P1325

Yamaha Jet Boats*

Yamaha Marine Group

P1575

Lund*

Lund Boat Company

P1300

Yamaha WaveRunners*

Yamaha WaterCraft

P1010

Magonis

Crowley's Yacht Yard

P1842

Malibu Boats*

Malibu Boats

P1130

Manitou Pontoon Boats*

BRP Marine Division - Manitou, Alumacraft

P1230

* Indicates the brand is NMMA Certified®

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Crest Avalon Crownline Marine & Tahoe Boats Mfg. P1105 P1115 P1110

Lund Boat Co. P1300

Jeanneau Prestige P1315 Shore Station Boat Lifts & Docks P1420

Godfrey P1400 Formula P1500

P1610

Viaggio Pontoon Boats P1600

P1620

The Boat House of Lauderdale Lakes P1625

Skier’s Choice P1525 Paddle North P1630

Grady White Boats P1145

Nautic Star P1235

B&E P1240

Walstrom Pursuit Boats P1335

Regal P1330

Bennington Marine P1430

Nautique Boat Company P1520 Chris-Craft

Chicago PD P2060

BRP Marine Manitou, Alumacraft P1230 Spring Brook Marina P1325

Restau P10

Malibu Boats P1130

Chaparral Boats P1120

Manitowoc Marina P1226

Cobalt Boats P1200

US Coast Guard P2040

Sunchaser Monterey Stingray Pontoons Boats Boats P1050 P1040 P1050

The Edge P1530 The Boat House BS The Board Shop P1640

Offshore Marine P1244

Beneteau P1348 Lake Holiday Marina P1455

Bay Marine P1450 RGC P1545

P1100

Munson Marine P1030

Southbay Pontoons P1020

BRP Yamaha Motor P1000 P1010

Fox Lake Harbor

ENTRANCE

Info Booth

Nielsen P1005

Escalator to Show Office

P1555

P1452

P1550

Ya M P

A100- A114 A200- A222 A300- A330

P2000

Five Star Boat Center P1706

A1707

Antique Boat Display P1708

A400- A432 A500- A532

Sand Pirates Sand Sculpture P2035

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Crowley’s Yacht Yard P1842 Island Party Boat Playpen P2045

A601- A633 P1850 A701- A733

Be Bar & P

Scarab Smoker Four Winns Jet Boats Craft P1370 P1378 P1375

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Smoker Craft P1470

Smoker Craft P1460

Beach & Cantina P2055

Skipper Bud's P1379

Harris P1475

Skipper Bud's P1380

Barletta Boat Co P1482

Sunstream Boat Lifts P1670

Pinnacle Spas P1684

P1676

P1770

P1767

P1768

Bulmann Dock & Lift P1765

Aviara Boats P1178

Skeeter Boats P1585

G3 Boats P1580

amaha Marine P1575

Cruisers Yachts P1264

Sea Ray Group P1268

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Bayliner Marine P1270

Scout Boats P1275

Sea Ray Group P1260

HeyDay P1180

MasterCraft P1160

Tige/ATX Boats P1170

urant 060

Chicago Maritime Arts Center P1866

Restrooms

Trout Pond P1870

Gypsy Rose Pirate Ship P2070

Food Service Kids Corner

Show Features Show Sponsors Boats Accessories

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A-Z LISTINGS Details of all exhibitors featured at the show

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ALL CINDY'S MIXES

A104

CONLEY BOTTOM RESORT

A711

ALUMACRAFT BOAT CO.

P1230

CORONA BEACH BAR & CANTINA

P2055

ANTIQUE & CLASSIC BOAT SOCIETY OF AMERICA

P1708

CREST MARINE LLC

P1105

APOLLO MARINE

P1525

CROWLEY'S YACHT YARD SHIP'S STORE

P1842

AQUATRACTION OF CHICAGO

A211

CROWNLINE BOATS

P1115

ARGO NAVIGATION LLC

A324

CRUISERS YACHTS

P1264

AVALON & TAHOE MFG., INC.

P1110

CUMBERLAND CHAIR/ OUTDOOR REPUBLIC

A407

AVIARA BOATS

P1178

CUTCO CUTLERY

A510

AWAKE (RIDE AWAKE INC)

A222

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

A614

B & E MARINE, INC.

P1240

DISCOVER BOATING BEACH CLUB

P2000

BARLETTA PONTOON BOATS

P1482

DRUMMOND MARINE

P1145

BASA MARINE INC.

P1330

ELITE YACHTS

A509

BASA'S MARINE

P1585

F3 MARINA

A517

BAY MARINE

P1450

FIVE STAR BOAT CENTER

P1706

BAYLINER MARINE CORPORATION

P1270

FIVE STAR BOAT CENTER

P1600

BENETEAU AMERICA POWER BOATS

P1348

FLAGGUARD

A110

BENNINGTON MARINE

P1430

FOREVER SUNGLASSES

A500

BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS, INC.

P1000

FORMULA BOATS MIDWEST

P1500

BRP MARINE DIVISION - MANITOU, ALUMACRAFT

P1230

FOUR WINNS

P1370

BULMANN DOCK & LIFT

P1765

FOX LAKE HARBOR

P1100

C MARINE PRODUCTS LLC

A410

FOX LAKE HARBOR

P1110

CAREFREE BOAT CLUB OF CHICAGO AND WISCONSIN

A215

FOX LAKE HARBOR

P1105

CENTERPOINTE YACHT SERVICES, LLC

P1348

FOX LAKE HARBOR

P1300

CENTERPOINTE YACHT SERVICES, LLC

P1050

FOX LAKE HARBOR

P1115

CENTERPOINTE YACHT SERVICES, LLC

P1600

FRED'S SHED

P1452

CHAMPION INSURANCE AGENCY, LLC

A725

FREEDOM BOAT CLUB

A322

CHAPARRAL BOATS, INC.

P1120

G3BOATS - A YAMAHA BOAT COMPANY

P1580

CHICAGO MARINE ELECTRONICS, HELLAS MARINE INC

A527

GADGET'S & MORE

A316

CHICAGO MARITIME ARTS CENTER

P1866

GAGE MARINE

P1620

CHRIS CRAFT CORP.

P1620

GARMIN USA

A529

COBALT BOATS

P1200

GODFREY MARINE

P1400

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GORDY'S LAKEFRONT MARINE

P1200

MUNSON MARINE

P1020

GORDY'S LAKEFRONT MARINE

P1130

MUNSON MARINE

P1030

GRADY-WHITE BOATS, INC.

P1145

MUNSON MARINE

P1040

GREAT LAKE ART

A419

MUNSON MARINE

P1050

GREAT LAKES SCUTTLEBUTT

A503

MUNSON MARINE

P1035

GULL LAKE MARINE

P1130

MUNSON SKI & MARINE

P1430

GYPSY ROSE PIRATE SHIP

P2070

MUNSON SKI AND MARINE

P1120

HAMMOND MARINA

A418

MUNSON SKI AND MARINE

P1130

HARBORSIDE MARINA, INC.

P1230

NATURAL BALANCE

A701

HARRIS

P1475

NAUTIC STAR BOATS, LLC

P1235

HAWAIIAN MOON

A630

NAUTIQUE BOAT COMPANY

P1520

HERITAGE HARBOR OTTAWA

A400

NIELSEN ENTERPRISES

P1005

HEYDAY

P1180

NIELSEN ENTERPRISES, INC.

P1010

IMTRA CORPORATION

A311

NIELSEN ENTERPRISES, INC.

P1000

ISLAND PARTY BOAT PLAYPEN

P2045

NIELSEN ENTERPRISES, INC.

P1230

JEANNEAU-PRESTIGE

P1320

NORTH POINT MARINA

A216

JEFFERSON BEACH YACHT SALES

P1610

OFF THE CHAIN PONTOON RENTALS

A719

JERRY'S MAJESTIC MARINE

P1330

OFFSHORE MARINE

P1244

KG WHOLESALE

A600

OUTDOOR REPUBLIC

A306

KG WHOLESALE LLC

A601

PADDLE NORTH, LLC

P1630

LAKE COUNTY WATERSPORTS

P1585

PELAGIC MARINE PRODUCTS

A422

LAKE HOLIDAY MARINA

P1455

PIER 11 MARINA

A330

LAKE HOLIDAY MARINA

P1460

PIER 33 MARINA

A112

LAKE LAWN RESORT AND MARINA

A301

PINNACLE SPAS/ LPI INC

P1684

LEAFFILTER NORTH, LLC

A707

POP BOARD CO.

P1555

LIQUI MOLY USA

A611

PROGRESSIVE

P1210

LOVES PARK MOTORSPORTS

P1230

PROGRESSIVE

P1850

LUND BOAT COMPANY

P1300

RAYMARINE, INC.

A204

M&E SALES

A431

REED'S MARINE, INC.

P1230

MALIBU BOATS

P1130

REGAL BOAT COMPANY

P1330

MANITOWOC MARINA LLC

P1226

RESTAURANT

P1060

MASTERCRAFT

P1160

RGC MARINE PRODUCTS

P1545

MASTERCRAFT BOAT COMPANY

P1160

SAND PIRATES SAND SCULPTURE

P2035

MCWHORTER BEDDING/ BOAT & RV SALES

A423

SC WAKE-SEADEK

A200

MICHIGAN LAKES TEAM

A705

SCARAB JET BOATS

P1375

MIDWEST MARINE DECKING - FORMERLY XACT

A626

SCHWARTZ & CO. YACHT SALES

P1550

MILOFF AUBUCHON REALTY GROUP

A406

SCOUT BOATS, INC.

P1275

MONTEREY BOATS

P1040

SEA FOAM SALES COMPANY

A511

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SEA RAY GROUP

P1260

SUNSTREAM BOAT LIFTS

P1670

SEA RAY GROUP

P1268

TACONIC MAINTENANCE INC

A411

SEABOB

A210

THE BOAT HOUSE

P1145

SEAKEEPER INC.

P1226

THE BOAT HOUSE LAKE GENEVA

P1400

SHIPWRECK PARTS

A319

THE BOAT HOUSE OF CHICAGO

P1400

SHORELINE MARINE CONTRACTING

P1670

THE BOAT HOUSE OF LAKE COUNTRY

P1400

SHORESTATION BOAT LIFTS AND DOCK SYSTEMS

P1420

THE BOAT HOUSE OF LAUDERDALE LAKES

P1400

SKEETER BOATS INC. A YAMAHA BOAT COMPANY

P1585

THE BOAT HOUSE OF LAUDERDALE LAKES

P1430

SKIER'S CHOICE

P1525

THE BOAT HOUSE OF LAUDERDALE LAKES

P1525

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1260

THE BOAT HOUSE OF LAUDERDALE LAKES

P1520

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1370

THE BOAT HOUSE OF LAUDERDALE LAKES

P1625

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1379

THE BOAT HOUSE OF LAUDERDALE LAKES

P1330

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1180

THE EDGE

P1600

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1470

THE EDGE INC.-MB SPORTS

P1530

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1264

TIGE/ATX BOATS

P1170

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1375

TOHATSU AMERICA CORP.

A330

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1475

TOMAHAWK SPORTS CENTER

P1230

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1482

TRITON INDUSTRIES, INC. MANITOU PONTOON BOATS

P1230

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1270

TROUT POND

P1870

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1275

U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY 9WR

P2040

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1268

UNCOMMON USA

A312

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1170

UNSALTED NO SHARKS

A201

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1380

USMA CHICAGO

A314

SKIPPERBUD'S

P1178

VIAGGIO PONTOON BOATS

P1600

SMOKER CRAFT, INC.

P1378

WAKESIDE MARINE

P1520

SMOKER-CRAFT

P1470

WALKING TALL

A307

SMOKER-CRAFT

P1460

WALSTROM/PURSUIT BOATS

P1335

SOUTHBAY PONTOONS

P1020

WARNERT PROMOTIONS GROUP

P1230

SOUTHERN MARINA PROPERTIES

A523

WATERJETCAR & SOFI YACHT CHARTER

A623

SPADES COSMETICS

A607

WAVEPADS

A207

SPRING BROOK MARINA & YACHT SALES

P1320

WESTREC MARINAS-CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT

A114

SPRING BROOK MARINE

P1325

WINDYCITY KITE SPORTS

A100

SQUIDCUP

A627

WYLAND'S MARINE

P1430

STINGRAY BOATS

P1050

WYLAND'S MARINE

P1545

SUNCHASER PONTOONS

P1035

YAMAHA MARINE GROUP

P1575

SUNLIGHT RESORTS

A717

YAMAHA WATERCRAFT

P1010

SUNSET BAY MARINA

A228

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