The History of Boating on the Fox Chain-O'Lakes
| Author | : David D. Lester |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 560 |
| Release | : 2014-06-30 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0990435601 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780990435600 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (600 Downloads) |
Download or read book The History of Boating on the Fox Chain-O'Lakes written by David D. Lester and published by . This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This photographic history about the Fox Chain-O'Lakes, located 40 miles northwest of Chicago, tells the story of how a remote sportsman's hunting and fishing paradise became the world's busiest waterway and Chicago's most popular summer tourist destination. It's residents' contributions to motorboat development and to the sport of boat racing does not compare any other location in the world. The Fox Chain has been home to more than 30 boat racers, who have captured more than 50 National Championships and set more than 30 world speed records.
