We’re almost neighbors. (lower SE Michigan) Spent many vacations as a kid on at least one of the Great Lakes, mostly Michigan and Huron. The fury and size of the Lakes are not to be taken lightly. Lake Michigan has a lot of fury and some really bad undertows, but is not near as scary as Superior.
Erie has a way of seeming friendly, but changes her mind and mood quickly.
There were many times when cease fires were ordered during matches because boats would sail across the end of the backstop (although it was posted Do Not Enter) in an effort to outrun a sudden storm.
The Ed Fitz began life as a coal burner. She was converted to N6 oil a few years after 1958.
Also, I hate OSU and cheer for Michigan every year!