The SHORE Line

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...

S2, E47 In this inspiring and community-centered episode of The SHORE Line, Jill sits down with William Rutger, the newly appointed Executive Director of the Sandusky Library—and a familiar face returning home. A...

S2, E46 We’re kicking off the holiday season with a spotlight on Small Business Saturday and the local makers who bring downtown Sandusky to life. Jill sits down with Mike Hicks, co-owner of Henry’s Shoppes and Wild...

S2, E45 This festive episode of The SHORE Line dives into the magic, mission, and momentum behind the Sandusky Christmas Market. Host Jill Bauer talks with founder Chris Corso to explore the inspiration behind the...

S2, E44 In this episode, host Jill Bauer sits down with Sarah Beavers, Executive Director of the Oak Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce, to shine a light on this warm, welcoming Lake Erie community. From the charm of the...

S2, E43 Raise a glass to Ohio’s wine-making heritage! In this episode of The SHORE Line, host Jill Bauer sits down with Tobi Guseman, Assistant Director of Hospitality, Events, and Marketing at Firelands Winery, to...

S2, E42 On this episode of The SHORE Line, we’re celebrating community spirit in Port Clinton, Ohio! Host Jill Bauer is first joined by Shores & Islands Ohio’s own Meaghan Reynolds to recap her first year discovering...

S2, E41 Step inside one of the region’s most fascinating cultural treasures — the Milan Museum — where history, art, and education come together in the heart of Thomas Edison’s hometown. First, host Jill Bauer is joined...

S2, E40 On this episode of The SHORE Line, we’re heading outdoors with Jannah Wilson, Executive Director of the Park District of Ottawa County. Discover how this growing park system is connecting communities through...

S2, E39 This week, host Jill Bauer previews October events in Shores & Islands Ohio and autumn activities available throughout the region. There are even curated playlists to go with every adventure. One fun fall...

S2, E38 This week on The SHORE Line, we preview October events and all the ways to “Autumn” in Shores & Islands Ohio. Next, we talk with Cora Higgins, one of the organizers behind one of the area’s most popular fall...

S2, E37 Part sports bar, part interactive playground, and all about bringing people together… This week on The SHORE Line, host Jill Bauer steps inside downtown Sandusky’s Clubhouse No. 3 SportSocial—a one-of-a-kind...

S2, E36 Fall is here, so let’s toast to the season! Host Jill Bauer shares some local shopping options to get you ready for sweater weather. Then, we head out to a local orchard and farm market with an onsite winery and...

S2, E35 In this episode, host Jill Bauer sits down with Emily Rugg and Martyn Drabik-Hamshare, Wildlife Communication Specialists with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, to explore the H2Ohio Students Take Action...

S2, E34 Get ready for the strongest weekend in Northwest Ohio history! In this episode of The SHORE Line, host Jill Bauer is joined by Shores & Islands Sports Tourism Coordinator Jon Limber and professional strongman...

S2, E33 As we round out the month of August, host Jill Bauer previews some post-Labor Day events in the Shores & Islands Ohio region. Then, she sits down with local entrepreneur Jim West Jr., co-founder and CEO of Lake...

S1, E32 This week, we’re shifting gears and heading to the starting line with Robert Kansa, a longtime racer and committee member of the Put-in-Bay Sports Car Races. Held each September on South Bass Island, this unique...

S2, E31 This week on The SHORE Line, we’re diving into how tourism fuels our local economy and the exciting ways Ottawa County, Ohio is preparing the workforce of tomorrow! As summer winds down, we share some of our...

S2, E30 Welcome to August in Shores & Islands Ohio! From special events to amazing attractions, you can plan your late summer trip utilizing itineraries, following trails, checking out the events calendar, and more...

S2, E29 On this special episode, host Jill Bauer and Jen Yochem are celebrating one of the most beloved ‘90s comedies of all time— Tommy Boy —and getting ready for a once-in-a-lifetime event, Tommy Boy Fest, coming to...

S2, E28 In this episode, we hop aboard the Miller Ferry with President and General Manager Billy Market to explore over a century of island tradition and transportation. First, host Jill Bauer shares several upcoming...

S2, E27 We’re setting sail for Kelleys Island with special guest Zoey Vargo, Executive Director of the Kelleys Island Chamber of Commerce—and longtime island enthusiast. Zoey shares her personal connection to the...

S2, E26 In this episode, host Jill Bauer sits down with Alan Chicotel, CFO of The Emporium at Market Street —a brand-new inclusive marketplace opening in downtown Sandusky. Alan shares the powerful story of transforming...

S2, E25 This week on The SHORE Line, we’re gearing up for one of the biggest sporting events in the region—IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio! Host Jill Bauer is joined by Shores & Islands Ohio teammates Meaghan Reynolds and Jon Limber...

S2, E24 Summer is in full swing here in Shores & Islands Ohio, and host Jill Bauer shares how the calendar is jam-packed with community and cultural events you won’t want to miss! From signature summer festivals to...