Join a scenic 90-minute cruise on Sodus Bay aboard the historic Rose Lummis. Discover local wildlife, history, and conservation efforts — a perfect family adventure with lasting memories.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, no physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
The Sodus Bay area has a long history of shipping and local fishing industries, shaping its community and landscape.
Conservation
Save Our Sodus, Inc. actively works to protect the bay’s water quality and bird habitats through ongoing conservation projects.
Sodus Bay Tours by Save Our Sodus, Inc.
Join a scenic 90-minute cruise on Sodus Bay aboard the historic Rose Lummis. Discover local wildlife, history, and conservation efforts — a perfect family adventure with lasting memories.
Sodus Bay Tours by Save Our Sodus, Inc. operates guided cruises on Sodus Bay out of Wolcott, New York. The program uses the historic, beautifully restored vessel Rose Lummis to offer a mix of evening sunset sails and family-oriented educational excursions.
Sunset offerings include the Friday evening "Sunset & Sips Cruise," a relaxing sail with soothing music that returns to Pier 53 Brick Oven for a waterfront sunset and socializing over cocktails. Saturday nights are dedicated to "Sunset Soirees," themed cruises aboard the Rose Lummis with lively music, dinner options, and drinks for an engaging evening on the water.
Family eco-tours run on Saturday afternoons and focus on local wildlife, history, and conservation. Family Eco-Tour #2 combines music and history for a 90-minute cruise that highlights geese, swans, eagles and other wildlife. Family Eco-Tour #1 is a 90-minute history-focused tour without music that emphasizes the bay’s ecology and conservation efforts, and highlights sightings such as herons and cormorants.
Operated by Save Our Sodus, Inc., these tours combine maritime heritage, local history, and natural observation on Sodus Bay. The combination of a restored historic vessel, themed sunset evenings, and educational family cruises provides both leisure and learning experiences for visitors and residents alike.
Location
Wolcott, NY
Launches from Sodus Bay area
Operator
Save Our Sodus, Inc.
Runs Sodus Bay Tours program
Vessel
Rose Lummis
Historic, restored tour boat
Tour Length
90 minutes
Family eco-tours duration
Choose a sunset sail or family eco-tour aboard the Rose Lummis and experience Sodus Bay's wildlife, history, and waterfront views.
Bring binoculars
Enhance wildlife viewing opportunities during the cruise.
Wear layers
Weather can change quickly on the water, so dress accordingly.
Sun protection
Apply sunscreen and wear hats to protect from sun exposure.
Arrive early
Ensure timely boarding and better viewing spots.
Binoculars
Great for wildlife viewing.
Sun hat
Offers protection from sun exposure during the cruise.
Layers of clothing
Adjust to changing weather conditions.
Camera or smartphone
Capture scenic views and wildlife.