15th Annual Apostle Islands Lighthouse Celebration
August 25 to September 11, 2010
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Apostle Islands lighthouses.
CRUISES * TOURS * TICKETS


Scenic Narrated Non-Stop Lighthouse Cruise aboard ISLAND PRINCESS
ULTIMATE LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE
Sand, Raspberry, Outer, Michigan, Devils and Long Island have historic lighthouses, and this cruise travels past five of these lights. Hear tales of legends, lore, shipwrecks and lighthouse history from your Captain. The cruise route for this voyage is determined after considering the day’s lake conditions. It’s a must for any lighthouse enthusiast!

*Aug. 28, Sept. 4 & 11
*Depart 2:00 p.m. - Return 7:00 p.m.
*Adult $50.95 - Child (6-12 yrs) $30.95
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Cruises with guided lighthouse tours aboard ASHLAND BAY EXPRESS
RASPBERRY IS. LIGHTHOUSE KEEPER'S TOUR
Lighthouse Keepers and their families made the Raspberry Island lighthouse their home from 1863 to 1947. The lighthouse reopened last summer, after a restoration project transformed the lighthouse to appear as it did in the early 1900s. A tour of the lighthouse gives insight into the lives of those who lived and worked in this secluded setting of unparalled natural beauty.

*Aug. 25, 26, Sept. 4 & 11 *Depart 8:30 a.m. - Return 12:30 p.m.
*Aug. 27, Sept. 1, 5 & 9 *Depart 1:30 p.m - Return 5:30 p.m.
*Adult $41.95 - Child (6-12 yrs) $24.95
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THREE LIGHT RASPBERRY ISLAND TOUR
Cruise past the picturesque Sand Island lighthouse and the Devils Island lighthouse and sea caves. This cruise also includes docking at Raspberry Island for a guided tour of the Island's restored lighthouse, named "the showplace of the Apostle Islands."

*Sept. 4 *Depart 1:00 p.m. - Return 7:00 p.m. / 7:30 p.m.
(return time depends on lake conditions and # of passengers)
*Adult $41.95 - Child (6-12 yrs) $24.95
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SAND ISLAND HIKE
Admire tenacious vegetation, 260 year old virgin white pines and picturesque coves along the two mile trail to and from the lighthouse. Sand Island lighthouse was built of locally quarried brownstone in 1881, using a Norman Gothic architectural style that gives it a church like appearance. Wear clothing and footwear appropriate for hiking, and pack a lunch to enjoy during your 4 hour island visit!

*Aug. 28, Sept. 2 & 8
*Depart 9:30 a.m. - Return 4:00 p.m.
*Adult $41.95 - Child (6-12 yrs) $24.95
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MICHIGAN ISLAND LANDING
Cruise to Michigan Island to tour the oldest and newest lights built on the Apostle Islands. The rough stone Keeper's cottage with an attached tower was completed in 1857. In 1929, a taller tower was assembled along with a new Keeper's dwelling. Today, both lighthouses stand side by side. Visitors be aware that this tour requires climbing 123 steps up the bank.

*Aug. 25, Sept. 3 & 11
*Depart 1:30 p.m. - Return 5:30 p.m.
*Adult $41.95 - Child (6-12 yrs) $24.95
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FEE: LIGHTHOUSE TOURS - Park Service Interpretive fees apply to joining all ranger-led lightstation tours. Standard fees of $3.00 / individual, $8.00 / family. Discounts for holders of the Interagency Senior and Access passes. Fee envelopes for payment to the National Park can be placed in deposit box on island. No fee for people not joining the lightstation tour.


KEEPER'S REUNION DAY & KEEPER'S DINNER
Join us to welcome past Keepers, their relatives, and volunteer Keepers, on this special day reserved to recognize them. This is your chance to learn about lighthouses from people who have experienced them first hand.
* First, board the ASHLAND BAY EXPRESS for the Devils Island View - Raspberry Island Tour and dock at Raspberry Island for a guided tour of the Raspberry Island lighthouse and cruise past the Devils Island lighthouse & infamous sea caves.
*After your lighthouse excursion join guest Keepers and other lighthouse enthusiasts for the Reunion Dinner at the Bayfield Waterfront Pavilion on the Bayfield City Dock. Enjoy a buffet dinner and this years presentation, "Lamps in the Wilderness, The Story of the Apostle Islands Lighthouses," by local writer and historian Bob Mackreth, who has over 30 years experience as a Park Ranger.
*Door prizes for the lucky, and a free gift for everyone!

*Sept. 10 *Devils Is View - Raspberry Is Tour: Departs 11:30 a.m. - Returns 5:00 p.m.
*Sept. 10 *Keeper's Reunion Dinner at Bayfield Waterfront Pavilion: 7:00 p.m.
*Keeper's Reunion Day Cruise & Dinner Package - Adult $64.95 - Child (6-12 yrs) $49.95
*Cruise Only - Adult $41.95 - Child (6-12 yrs) $24.95 *Dinner Only $29.95 Per Person

Past lighthouse Keepers, descendants, and volunteers should call for special rates!

No reservations or cancellations accepted after September 4th.


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