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and the South Shore www.PortWingwi.com Port Wing a quaint village located an easy 20 mile sail across the Lake from Knife River. With it's fabulous sugar sand beach, small stream and estuary to explore by kayak , village dock to tie up to and art galleries and parks to explore in the village, it makes for an excellent two day trip and introduction to cruising. Add another day and we can head up to Bark Bay to anchor at a romote and quiet anchorage with another beautiful beach and large estuary with lots of wildlife. This is a great trip for families with young kids or couples who want a quiet 2-3 day getaway.
Cost: Private Charter $400-$750/day depending on dates and options
Apostle Island National Lakes Shore www.nps.gov/apis
Made up of 21 islands the Apostle Island's protected bays, public docks, pristine beaches, sea caves and natural beauty offer outstanding sailing opportunities. Miles of hiking trails, and numerous lighthouses and historical sites offer plenty to do and see on shore. We recommend trips to the Apostles be a minimum of four days to give you a chance to settle in and really experience the outstanding sailing and exploring the islands have to offer. We can sail from Knife River and explore the South Shore on our way to the Apostles (5 day minimum trip length) or pick you up in Red Cliff, WI - a short sail to the heart of the islands.
Cost: Private Charter $400-$750/day depending on dates and options
Isle Royale National Park www.nsp.gov/isro
“To step into Isle Royale is to leave behind one’s own self and one’s world and to begin a new exploration into the nature of life”.
-Napier Shelton, Superior Wilderness 1997
In the northwestern portion of Lake Superior is a unique and remote island archipelago. Isle Royale National park preserves 132,018 acres of land that was federally designated as wilderness on October 20, 1976. The park consists of one large island surrounded by over 450 smaller islands; it encompasses a total area of 850 square miles including submerged land, which extends 4 1/2 miles out into the largest fresh water lake in the world. Isle Royale's unique ecosystem led to it being designated an International Biosphere Reserve in 1980.We specialize in trips to Isle Royale, one of the most pristine and culturally rich archipelagos on Lake Superior. Situated 20 miles offshore from the Grand Portage, MN, Isle Royale is a world class cruising ground full of mystique and adventure and should be on every sailors "Bucket List". With it's intricate hiking trail system, inland waterways and bountiful remote anchorages, it is a true wilderness cruising experience.
Our trips generally leave from Grand Marais, MN, and make the 46 mile crossing to Washington Harbor on the west end of the island. We recommend a minimum of six days for this trip with 7-10 days being the ideal to really immerse yourself in all Isle Royale has to offer.
Cost: Private Charter $450-$850/day depending on dates and options.
Isle Royale Tour June 17th - 26th, 2012
In our opinion, June is one of the best month to cruise Isle Royale because of consistent winds. Ironically, few people are visiting the park at this time so we usually have We will cross over to the Island from Grand Marais, MN to Washington Harbor on the western end of the Island. From there, depending on weather, winds and crew interest we will visit anchorages along the north side of the island, with the hope of continuing on around, circumnavigating the entire island. Cost: $1,500 - $2,100 depending on berth selection. Includes all meals and park fees. Maximum four guests. 
anchorages and hiking trails to ourselves. Two kayaks aboard maximize exploring.
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