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Shores & Islands Ohio

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The Shore Line, brought to you by Shores & Islands Ohio, is the definitive podcast about fun attractions and activities, including behind the scenes interviews and local insider tips, for the Midwest’s hottest vacation destination. Between Toledo and Cleveland, our area provides an eclectic mix of historically-significant sites, family-fun amusements, gorgeous scenery, and outdoor recreation. The region boasts the Great Lakes’ best fishing as well as migratory bird watching opportunities. Wh ...
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A first generation hockey Dad stumbles and bumbles his way through youth hockey after accepting an innocent invitation to a town learn-to-skate promising free coffee and donuts. What is this world of 6am practices, away games that are 400 miles away and are actually 4 games over the weekend! Who knew! Follow @RinkStories on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E24 We’re just a little under a month away from the IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio race, in it’s third year in Sandusky. Joining Jill and Dayton on this episode are Ben Simon, Shores & Islands Ohio Director of Marketing and Sales and IRONMAN-athlete-in-training. Ben tells us about the “Shores & Islands Idols” relay team which he is a…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E23 Ever thought of floating the night away on Lake Erie? If your idea of camping involves air conditioning and a comfy mattress, then glamping with SolSTAY Lodging in Sandusky is for you! Today Dayton and Jill chat with local entrepreneur Joe Lisa, proprietor of SolSTAY, about this super-unique getaway concept which inc…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E22 We’re talking wine again and this time we talk to the winemaker and fifth-generation owner of Ohio’s oldest family-owned-and-operated winery, Heineman’s Winery at Put-in-Bay! We are also joined by the Executive Director of the Ohio Wine Producers Association to learn why this region is so special for wine production …
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E21 Join us as we host more than 40 media guests at our second annual Shores & Islands Ohio Media Marketplace! Each year during National Travel & Tourism Week, we host a marketplace where the exhibitors are area attractions, destinations, and businesses who are showcasing their venues to travel writers and online content…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E20 Back to the islands this week, but this time we adventure to Kelleys Island – Ohio’s largest island and we get a little cultured. Did you know there is an amazing artist who has a gallery and sculpture garden right on the island? The perfect place for a quiet walk, some introspection, and art appreciation. Jill and D…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E19 Did you know you could go on an African Safari right here in Ohio? Happy #NationalTraveland TourismWeek from Shores & Islands Ohio - Jill and Dayton first chat a bit about the events and themed-days planned in commemoration of this industry-wide celebration. Then, we talk to Kelsey Keller, the Director of Port Clinto…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E18 After all, it is right in our name. Some of the best communities we get to promote are in the middle of beautiful Lake Erie and you have to take a boat or a plane to get there! As the weather has begun warming up in northern Ohio, it’s officially Island Season! What does that mean? It means it’s time to visit Put-in-…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E17 Tourism development is robust in Shores & Islands Ohio! Each year, a number of Destination Development Grants help support projects big and small throughout the region. Shores & Islands Ohio Destination Development & Experience Director, Amanda Smith Rasnick, joins Jill and Dayton on the podcast to talk about the gra…
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Send us a Text Message. S1 E16 Coming off the 2024 Shores & Islands Ohio annual meeting, organization President Larry Fletcher joins the podcast to talk about all of the amazing accomplishments for the tourism industry and the region in 2023, as well as some highlights from this event. We learn how a dream of being on the radio and playing rock-and…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E15 This is no fish tale…today we’re talking about great catches available this season on Lake Erie and why the Shores & Islands Ohio region is the best place to enjoy this fun activity. We are the “Walleye Capital of the World,” after all! First, hosts Jill and Dayton chat about getting ready for the spring and summer s…
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Send us a Text Message. S1 E14 Tweet, tweet…a little birdie told us we’re getting ready for a major birding festival! The Biggest Week in American Birding flies into the Shores & Islands Ohio region May 3-12, 2024 and festival co-founder Kimberly Kaufman of the Black Swamp Bird Observatory joins us to talk all about it. Also joining the conversatio…
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Send us a Text Message. S1 E13 As we get ready for the summer season, hosts Jill and Dayton chat about what it takes behind-the-scenes to plan for seasonal content promotion. A lot of that planning includes looking at upcoming local festivals and events, which brings us to our guest on this episode – the host, creator, and independent producer of t…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E12 Join us for an immersive experience, as we learn all about one of Shores & Islands Ohio’s most educational AND entertaining opportunities. In this episode, Jill and Dayton talk to Dick Ries, one of the owners of Firelands Adventure Tours. What brought these small business owners to Sandusky and how did their first ve…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E11 Spring is in the air! Dayton and Jill have both been out and about as much as possible recently, taking advantage of warmer weather and sunshine. And, we are looking forward to even brighter days ahead! With the beginning of spring season upon us, in this episode we visit with Veronica Sheets, the Event and Developme…
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Send us a Text Message. S1 E10 A totally stellar event is coming soon to Shores & Islands Ohio…a total solar eclipse. On April 8, 2024, the moon will completely block out the sun for a rare celestial event. Due to our global position directly in the path of totality, the communities in and around Shores & Islands Ohio will enjoy incredible, unobstr…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E9 Join us as we raise the curtain once again at the iconic Sandusky State Theatre! A local cultural institution, hear from Executive Director Chris Parthemore about the history of the theatre opened in 1928 and some of the famous faces that have graced its stage. Then, learn about the last production to play just before…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E8 Foodies rejoice! Join Jill and Dayton on a culinary adventure, as we get ready for Sandusky Restaurant Week, March 4-10, 2024. Hear all about the special deals, discounts, and creative new menu items being offered by an awesome mix of classic local spots and new dining delights! Destination Sandusky Director, McKenzie…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E7 In this episode, we head to Ørchard on Catawba Island…and, no we aren’t picking apples, but we are enjoying some delicious and unique local dining! Don’t sleep on the hot honey and pepperoni pizza! Joining us on the podcast is Hannah Vlk, Brand Manager for the Ørchard who tells us all about this dining destination’s t…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E6 The Shore Line presents: Put-in-Bay in the Winter with Miller Ferries Yes, there are islands in Ohio! And, yes, people live on them year-round. On this episode Jill and Dayton chat with Put-in-Bay island native, David Bianchi, a Captain and Chief Engineer with Miller Ferries to Put-in-Bay and Middle Bass Island. David…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E5 The Shore Line presents: Cedar Point Sports Center Did you know that thousands of athletes and their families visit Shores & Islands Ohio each year to participate in a number of both indoor and outdoor sports tournaments? One of the most-loved venues in the region is the Cedar Point Sports Center. Jill and Dayton are …
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E4 The Shore Line presents: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions This week, Jill and Dayton get the inside scoop on everything Kalahari Resorts & Conventions. First, they catch up on finding some hidden gems and fun things to do in the winter season in Shores & Islands Ohio. Then, Kalahari spokesperson Destini Smith joins the …
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E3 The Shore Line presents: Great Wolf Lodge Join host Jill Bauer this week as she chats with Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky General Manager, Ryan Greaves. Ryan has been on the resort team for a year and a half, has worked in the hospitality space for over 20 years, and is passionate about enhancing guest experiences. The Gre…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E2 The Shore Line presents: Castaway Bay On this week’s podcast, Jill and Dayton talk dining local as part of an upcoming social media campaign. Then, the two are joined by Castaway Bay General Manager, Melissa McClure, and Cedar Point Director of Communications, Tony Clark, to talk about the Sandusky-based, Caribbean-th…
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Send us a Text Message. S1, E1 Welcome to The Shore Line The introductory episode of The Shore Line Podcast, hosts Jill Bauer and Dayton Barnett introduce themselves and the Shores & Islands Ohio organization. Shores & Islands Ohio is a Midwest vacation destination and this podcast aims to offer behind the scenes views and interviews, local insider…
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Ryann Glushek is the Coach of the QU IceCats, the ECAC's only ice hockey cheer squad, who support the 2023 NCAA Division 1 Frozen Four Champion Quinnipiac Bobcats. In this conversation, Ryann, Bob and Matt discuss: How was the run to the Frozen Four championship? How did the IceCats get started? What skills are required to be an IceCat? How good of…
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Maria Mountain is an exercise physiologist who has specialized in off-ice training for hockey goalies for more than 20 years. She is the founder of GoalieTrainingPro.com, where you can find all sorts of videos to help with your dry land training practices. Please welcome this 5-6 goaltender out of London Ontario. In this episode, we ask Maria: How …
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On March 16th, Bob attended his first ever women’s professional hockey game and recorded a monologue/rant on the way home. Here is what he had to say in the immediate aftermath of the game, a PHF playoff tilt between the Boston Pride and the Minnesota Whitecaps at the Bentley Arena in Waltham MA. Later that week, Bob crashed the PHF press conferenc…
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Where Bob reflects on his last game ever as a hockey dad under withering questioning from Matt and our special guest, The G Force. 0:00-G Force joins the podcast 11:30-Where Was Bob Last Week? 23:25-G Force plays Wrist Shots 31:13-After the last game Plus other fun and funny stuff. N.B. – don’t worry folks, we’re not done making podcasts. Stay subs…
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Today we have a special episode produced in conjunction with Cape Ann LIVE! Earlier today, Sunday 02/26, I sat down with our friend and previous podcast guest, Phil Nicastro, the announcer for Gloucester Fisherman hockey here in Massachusetts, to preview the MIAA boys high school ice hockey playoff tournament. Our focus was mostly on the teams in t…
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Daryl Watts recently signed a contract with the Toronto Six of the Premier Hockey Federation that will make her the highest paid player in the history of women’s professional hockey ($150,000/year!). She is the 2nd leading scorer in women’s NCAA history, tallying 136 goals, 161 assists for a total of 297 points over 5 seasons. In 2019, as a freshma…
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Gabriel Foley is Recruit Scouting's Head of North American scouting. This 6-1 left winger out of Peoria Illinois returns to Rink Stories discuss his 2023 NHL draft rankings and other topics. Foley cracks open the notebook to give us an overview of some of the names we'll likely hear called in the 1st round of the 2023 NHL Draft, including Connor Be…
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Anthony Ciardelli covers schoolboy sports in California and has been a contributing writer to a range of publications including, The Hockey Writers.com, The Hockey News, USCHO.com, and the LA Times. He is also a co-executive producer for the Sundance-accepted 2022 film, God’s Country, a thriller starring Thandiwe Newton. Please welcome this 6-2 lef…
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Phil Nicastro – a 6-foot right winger out of Gloucester MA – is “the voice of the fish,” the announcer for Gloucester High School Fishermen hockey and football games on Cape Ann LIVE! This was our first ever in-person interview. After some pizza and salad at Bob’s house, Matt joined Phil and Bob via Zoom, and the boys discussed: the electric playof…
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In this episode, Bob and Matt catch up after a hiatus and introduce a new segment called New Hockey Parent Advice, which may actually be useful to some people. Plus, the boys run through a bunch of topics from the notebook: Will Bob’s goalie dad anecdote be chosen for inclusion in a hockey book? What is the least popular Rink Stories episode? After…
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Paul Stewart – a 6 foot 1 inch left winger out of Dorchester, Massachusetts – is the only American to both play and referee in the National Hockey League, playing the 1979-1980 season with the Quebec Nordiques before logging 1,010 games as an NHL referee. In 2018, he joined his grandfather, Bill Stewart, as an inductee in the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fa…
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Our summer break is over. At long last we welcome Steve Clay, play-by-play voice of the Marblehead (MA) High School Headers; a public address announcer, and broadcast producer for high school, college hockey, and professional sports over the past 20 years; and a hockey dad for an 07. Steve regales us with tales of joy and woe from many broadcast bo…
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What happens when the guest doesn’t show up? Bob is dismayed that his extensive notes will go unused. Matt could have been watching the Mets game. So we continue on - without a guest - and talk about the stuff in the notes anyway. Thus began an awkward dance on the third rail of women’s hockey – from trans/non-binary athlete inclusion policies to t…
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Jennifer Chefero is a frequent contributor on The Donut Bag podcast, a chronicler of the Pittsburgh Penguins on Twitter, and a hockey trainer and coach. In this wide-ranging conversation, we discuss: predictions for the NHL playoffs, “toxic hockey culture,” player development, and Bob’s trip to the Frozen Four in Boston. +++ The Rink Stories podcas…
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Hubie McDonough is a 5-foot 9-inch center out of Manchester NH who scored 210 points, 124 goals and 86 assists, for Saint Anselm College on the way to winning the Small College Hobey Baker Award in 1985. He followed that up with a 13-year pro career where he tallied 820 goals and 513 assists for a total of 1333 points, along the way playing 195 NHL…
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This week we welcome to the podcast Kristina Young, Director of Marketing and Social Media at LiveBarn, the streaming service that broadcasts games from more than 1,000 rinks throughout USA, Canada and Sweden. Here we ask all the questions that need to be answered, such as: Do people ever contact you to remove video of their regrettable behavior? W…
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Bobby Orr, a staple of the hockey GOAT conversation, the best player on the best and most colorful Bruins team ever, the phenom from small town Ontario who fully reached the potential suggested by his eye-catching play as a 9-year-old. In this wide-ranging investigation, we combine contemporaneous and historical sources with nostalgia, to get a ful…
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Stu Woodrow, a 5-10 forward out of Marblehead MA, has been refereeing youth hockey games for the past 14 years, and he is a hockey dad for 3 boys, a 93, a 95, and a 98. With the kids grown up and securely out of the house, we’re delighted that he had time to speak with us. In this wide-ranging conversation, Stu provides fascinating insight into wha…
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A 5-8 forward out of Acton Massachusetts, #9, Nick Carpenito is the Associate Head Coach for the Northeastern Women’s Hockey team, 2021 Frozen Four Finalist and preseason #2 team in the country. +++ Bob and Matt welcome Nick, who takes all of our mispronunciations and misspeaks in stride, introducing us to the loaded NU Huskies team (3 returning 1s…
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Christina Putigna is a 5 foot 8 forward out of Grimsby Ontario. As a key contributor for the 2021 Isobel Cup champion Boston Pride, she was the league’s leading scorer and MVP runner-up in the Premier Hockey Federation. +++ In this fast paced conversation, Bob asks Christina about: Comparisons between life in the Lake Placid Bubble and sleepaway ho…
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Where Bob asks Digit everything you wanted to know about the past and future of the Premier Hockey Federation, on and off the ice. Digit Murphy is the President of the Toronto Six of the Premier Hockey Federation (née National Women's Hockey League). One of the most distinguished figures in the history of women’s hockey, she was a CWHL Championship…
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Where Bob, Tony and Matt wonder aloud about a world without touch-up offsides, icing the puck while shorthanded, and finishing the check. Tony Scott is a 6-0 left winger out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, the proprietor of the Youth Hockey Hub, and our most popular guest ever. YHH does it all: Hockey tournaments, podcasts, team rankings, blogs, and so …
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As we are having a summer, Matt has mixed together a thread of connected excerpts, giving us new insights into the world of puck. Fresh interviews resume with the next episode. Meanwhile, here's inspiration to go back to the episodes you missed, such as: #1 - Kasabuski #5 - Matthew Jasper, creator of the book Home Ice #8 - John Messuri, Head Coach …
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Where producer Matt assembles our favorite takes (and outtakes) from the first 42 episodes. From the silly to the serious to the sublime, what were these guys thinking? +++ The Rink Stories podcast is produced by Matt Hopf. Artwork and music by Ken Klein. Additional music from the Mo'Nobs. If you like this podcast, please help us out by subscribing…
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Craig Barnett, a 6-foot goaltender out of Oakville, Ontario, wears many hats. He is at once the Executive Director of American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA), Director of NCAA Compliance and Education for the North American Hockey League (NAHL), and Director of the NJ Titans Academy. +++ If you are a youngster with aspirations to continue hoc…
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