2 Hours • Fun for all ages!
Board the historic Lettie G. Howard at 239 Bayview Ave and watch Put-in-Bay’s fireworks from the best seat on Lake Erie. This two-hour sunset cruise combines a National Historic Landmark schooner with waterfront pyrotechnics for a memorable summer night.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 Hours
Fitness Level
Light: able to board a small vessel, stand or sit for two hours, and navigate low steps to benches.
Wildlife
History
Put-in-Bay played a key role in regional maritime history and nearby Perry’s Victory commemorates the Battle of Lake Erie from 1813.
Conservation
Help protect shoreline and water quality by packing out trash, using non-glass containers, and minimizing disturbance to nesting birds.
2 Hours • Fun for all ages!
Arrive Early
Boarding fills quickly; arrive at least 20–30 minutes before departure to claim bench seating and settle in for sunset.
No Umbrellas Onboard
Umbrellas are prohibited—carry a rain jacket and waterproof pants instead to stay dry during wet weather.
Secure Non-Glass Snacks
Bring non-perishable snacks in non-glass, closed containers; the boat supplies water but no meals.
Motion Sickness Prep
If you are prone to seasickness, take remedies ahead of time and choose a central position on deck for reduced motion.
Windproof jacket
Blocks lake breeze and keeps you warm as temperatures fall after sunset.
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Non-glass water bottle
Hydration for the sail—must be non-glass and in a closed container.
Motion-sickness remedies
Useful if you’re prone to seasickness on open-water cruises.
Closed-toe waterproof shoes
Provides secure footing on wet decks and protection from spray.
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