Historic Traditions and Mysteries of Island and Spider Lakes Pontoon Tour (11:30 am - 2:00 pm)

07/15/2025 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM CT

Admission

$55.00 - Member (NLDC or MWHS)
$60.00 - Non-Member

Location

Blue Bayou

Summary

It is no secret the Northwoods is rich in water resources. These programs and experiences will get you on local lakes, educating you on their fascinating link to local history and lore, ecology and importance.

Description

Join Manitowish Waters Historical Society (MWHS) member Jim Bokern on a two-hour pontoon tour of Spider and Island Lakes, which will depart from the Blue Bayou Inn. Discover the Native American cultural networks, logging camps, railroad landing, Ojibwa sugar bush, ricing areas, mysteries, unique residents, homesteads, early resorts and businesses. While traveling along the shores of Island and Spider Lakes, participants will view many unique historic sites that will be supplemented with historic images and documents.

Registered participants will receive an email prior to the program with details and the location to meet the pontoon. There are no restroom facilities available at the launch site. Registration is required by 7/13/25. $60/Non-Member and $55/Members of the NLDC or MWHS. Tuesday, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM.

In the event of inclement weather: If there is light rain predicted during the tour, we will most likely conduct the tour. However, if thunderstorms/torrential rain is forecasted on the date/time of your tour, we will call you on the phone number you provide at registration no later than 8:00 am.

Please read our program and event registration and cancellation policy here.