Northern Boater Nautical Antiques & Collectibles

Northern Boater is a specialized nautical antiques shop located on Michigan's Leelanau Peninsula, 12 miles northwest of Traverse City. Owner Doug curates an exclusive collection of Great Lakes maritime antiques and collectibles, including ship wheels, compasses, sextants, bronze propellers, vintage outboard motors, and local maritime history pieces. Described as 'The distinctive Nautical Antique Shop in the Midwest,' the shop functions as a 'Ship Chandlery' for home and office spaces. Recently relocated to their own property on Bright Road, the intimate shop invites browsing and encourages calling ahead. Active on Facebook for inventory updates and shop status.