Fresh Water, Fresh Drops

May means one thing on the north coast... boats go in the water. Before you back that trailer down the ramp, make sure you're ready. We've got the checklist that'll get you to the islands and back safely. ⚓

Lake Erie holds 20% of the world's fresh surface water -- and it's worth protecting. Here's why it matters and what you can do right now.

If you've never been to one of the Lake Erie pirate festivals, I need you to put it on your list right now. Like, this summer. Both Port Clinton and Put-in-Bay go full pirate every year in June and July, and the energy is something you really have to experience to believe. Costumes, cannons, live music, rum, boats everywhere -- it's one of those weekends where you look around and think "how did I not know about this sooner?"

From graphic tees to lake life hoodies, Lake Erie Clothing makes cozy, comfortable apparel inspired by life on the North Coast. Explore shirt styles, styling tips, and the designs that capture everything that makes Lake Erie special.

Northwest Ohio's Lake Erie shoreline has earned that title, and every May, birders from around the globe show up to prove it. Daily tallies of 120+ species are common. You might not even need binoculars.