This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Filer Credit Union, with offices in Manistee, Ludington and Bear Lake, 800-595-6630, www.filercu.com Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE, Mich. — The MV Calumet made a delivery of salt to the Reith-Riley…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief July 16, 2025 MANISTEE, Mich. — For the second time this week, I have been able to photograph the MV Manitowoc. On Sunday, my photo session was unplanned as I was riding the SS Badger back…
MANISTEE, Mich. — The Lakeshore Keepers, formerly Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association, has recently announced the Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse will be open to the public beginning in 2026. The opening will follow a restoration project at the 98-year-old structure…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Sunday, June 15, 2025 MANISTEE, Mich. — The Port of Manistee has been abuzz with ship watchers the last two days as two River Class freighters visited. The MV Calumet arrived about 9:40 p.m. Saturday and…
