The SHORE Line
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. Whether you prefer a getaway that includes lazy days at the beach, fishing with friends, dining on tasty treats, or one filled with exciting thrills like waterslides, roller coasters, and entertaining nightlife, Shores & Islands Ohio is the ideal coastal retreat. Find out what’s happening in Sandusky, Port Clinton, Vermilion, Put-in-Bay, Kelleys Island, Marblehead, Huron, Oak Harbor, Milan, Catawba, and more. Hear the latest on the destination that is home to Cedar Point Amusement Park, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, the Lake Erie Islands, African Safari Wildlife Park, and major events such as The Biggest Week in American Birding, Ohio Bike Week, Bash on the Bay, and beyond. Here is where you’ll find your Lake Erie Love.
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The SHORE Line presents: Port Clinton’s Iconic New Year’s Walleye Drop
S2, E48
Ring in the New Year Shores & Islands–style with one of Ohio’s most beloved and uniquely quirky traditions — the Port Clinton Walleye Drop! In this festive episode of The SHORE Line, we sit down with Lisa Kuzma of the Wylie Walleye Foundation to explore how this small-town celebration has grown into a nationally recognized event over the last 30 years. Lisa shares the heart behind the nonprofit, the exciting changes coming to this year’s celebration, the return of the VIP party, the always-popular Bar Swim, and why the midnight descent of Wylie the Walleye remains such a magical moment for thousands of attendees. You’ll also hear how the Foundation is expanding its community impact with new events throughout the year. Whether you’re a longtime Wylie fan or planning your first New Year’s Eve visit, this episode delivers all the details that make this celebration unforgettable. Join the fun at WylieWalleyeFoundation.com. December episodes of The SHORE Line are brought to you by Sandusky Christmas Market - where community, creativity, and holiday spirit come alive! SanduskyChristmasMarket.com