Gull Lake Marine Blog

Boats Working to Help Save Lives

Published on Aug 24, 2026

When Boat Access Matters: How the Muskegon Fire Department Uses a Boston Whaler to Help Save LivesOn Lake Michigan and West Michigan’s inland waterways, train

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Boat Etiquette Every Boater Should Know

Published on Aug 24, 2026
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Michigan has over 11,000 inland lakes and over 50 lakes in West Michigan larger than 20 acres, and on a warm summer Saturday, it can feel like every single one

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Best Boating Lakes in Michigan: Our Favorite Lakes

Published on Aug 07, 2026
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Michigan has over 11,000 inland lakes. That number gets thrown around a lot, but it really does mean something when you're trying to figure out where to take th

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Dealer vs Private Seller: Why the Cheapest Boat Can Become the Most Expensive

Published on Jul 23, 2026
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Finding a good deal feels great. And when you're shopping for a boat, private listings can look pretty appealing. Lower price, motivated seller, quick transacti

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When to Buy a New Boat: Signs It's Time to Upgrade

Published on Jul 07, 2026
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Most boaters don't wake up one day and decide it's time for a new boat. It usually happens gradually. A repair here, a missed weekend there. A season where the

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Simple Summer Boating Tips That Make Boat Ownership Easier All Season Long

Published on Jun 16, 2026
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You've got the boat. Spring prep is done. The season is officially open.Now comes the part nobody talks about enough: actually enjoying it.Not every weekend goe

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First Time Boat Owner Tips: How to Prepare for Your First Season on the Water

Published on May 20, 2026
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There’s nothing quite like your first season as a boat owner. The anticipation of warm weekends, long evenings on the lake, and finally pulling away from the

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What Happens Between Ordering a Boat and Delivery to Your Dock?

Published on Apr 28, 2026
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Ordering your perfect boat is an exciting experience. Every decision feels right. Every question has a clear, easy-to-understand answer. It’s all building tow

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Get Your Boat Ready for the Water: Boat Summarization

Published on Apr 09, 2026
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There's a certain feeling that comes with that first warm weekend in West Michigan. The kind where you're smelling the spring air thinking: Let's just go, I wan

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What Makes a Boat ‘Family-Friendly’ (And What’s Just Marketing)

Published on Mar 23, 2026
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Walk into any boat dealership or spend twenty minutes on Google, and you'll start seeing the same phrase everywhere: "family-friendly." It's on pontoons, center

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