A New Era on the Water: Mike Lally Glasgow’s Freedom Boat Club Loch Lomond Leads the Way

Loch Lomond, Scotland — A new wave of innovation is rippling across Scotland’s most famous loch, thanks to Mike Lally Glasgow , director of Freedom Boat Club Loch Lomond . Through his leadership, the club has transformed how people experience boating, blending accessibility, sustainability, and community engagement to redefine leisure on the water. Origins and Opportunity Freedom Boat Club, founded in 1989 in Sarasota, Florida, is the world’s oldest and largest members-only boat club. Its concept is simple yet revolutionary: members enjoy unlimited access to a fleet of boats without the challenges of ownership. The model eliminates costs related to insurance, docking, and maintenance while providing full training and safety support. In 2022, Mike Lally saw the potential to bring this concept to Scotland. Having long admired the Freedom Boat Club brand, Mike and his wife, Ashlee, recognized that Loch Lomond’s natural beauty and popularity made it the perfect location for expansion...