It’s an Every Day Island Getaway – Put-In-Bay, Ohio

It’s an Every Day Island Getaway – Put-In-Bay, Ohio

If you were waiting for an engraved invitation to visit the islands, I think Put-In-Bay just issued one. The Chamber of Commerce is making it very evident that the island is open for business every day – and they are doing everything they can to welcome families...
Not so well kept secrets of a Lake Erie island

Not so well kept secrets of a Lake Erie island

It’s home to the 3rd tallest monument in the world.  Any guesses? It’s home to the 2nd tallest monument in the United States.  Any ideas? It’s home to the tallest Doric column in the world.  Give up yet? It’s located on South Bass Island in Lake Erie, near Cedar...
Battle of Lake Erie – another win for the US

Battle of Lake Erie – another win for the US

History repeated itself yesterday as the American fleet of tall ships once again defeated the British naval squadron in a re-enactment of the 1813 Battle of Lake Erie. Almost 200 years ago, a 28-year old Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry took on the British Navy...
Two ways to enjoy wine on the islands

Two ways to enjoy wine on the islands

You missed one but the other is coming up The weather outside was blustery, but there was a warm glow developing inside Crescent Tavern on South Bass Island. This was the 9th annual Put-In-Bay Wine Fest and spirits were high as the customers elbowed their way around...