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Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race

- Editor H2ONotes [ 7/15/2010 - 07:11 ] #

The Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race will begin on Saturday, July 17 – recognized as one of the most challenging freshwater boat races in the world. Join the excitement of the Port Huron to Mackinac Race as boat racers sail Michigan's Great Lakes to reach their final destination, Mackinac Island. External Link

It’s all Pure Michigan from start to finish!

Celebrate the start of the race in Port Huron External Link . Then follow the course of the Port Huron to Mackinac Race as they head north along the shores of Michigan’s eastern coast. Join the festivities at the finish line on Mackinac Island. Where the hospitality and celebration is always second to none. more...

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Chicago to Mackinac: The Oldest Freshwater Yacht Race Knots Up for 2010

- Editor H2ONotes [ 7/15/2010 - 07:09 ] #

A skyline of spinnakers will set sail on July 24 as 375 boats search for speed in the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac. The oldest annual freshwater race in the country, the Chicago Yacht Club’s 333-mile open water adventure crosses Lake Michigan and ends in the waters along Mackinac Island. To get an insider’s perspective on this famous boat race, MyNorth touched base with Chicago Yacht Club’s Christie Denson. more...

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Experts fear numerous laws won't be enough to stop invasive species

- Editor H2ONotes [ 7/15/2010 - 06:44 ] #

A new Wisconsin state law that took effect last fall brings the total number of state laws designed to prevent the spread of invasive species up to around three dozen. The objective of the law is to stop the spread of Eurasian milfoil, zebra mussels and the deadly fish disease VHS. more...

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Bay City to welcome Tall Ships in style for 2010 celebration

- Editor H2ONotes [ 7/15/2010 - 06:43 ] #

Bay City officials are rolling out the red carpet for this year's Tall Ship Celebration. The goal: Convince visitors and voters that nobody does it better when it comes to hosting a fleet of seafaring vessels. more...

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