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SPECIAL EVENTS

"EARLY BIRD" CRUISE

Though not truly early in the morning this tour seeks to get individuals interested in Michigan birds a chance to see species that are not always common from land.

BIRD CRUISE AT NOON

Our family nature cruise seeks to introduce or rekindle the adventure of wildlife watching for all ages with a variety of interests.

FIREWORKS CRUISE

Watch Alpena’s annual fireworks on the water! July 3rd, 2025

GUIDED KAYAK TOURS

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$89.00 ALL AGES

GIFT CARDS

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CHARTER PRICES

CLASSROOM CRUISE

$1500

PRIVATE CHARTER

$2000

PRIVATE CHARTER (PEAK SEASON)

$3000

Boat departs promptly at departure time. We recommend arriving to the boat 15 minutes prior to departure.

The boat is located on the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Trail behind the NOAA building at 500 West Fletcher Street in Alpena Michigan.

Please check in at the front desk in the NOAA visitor center at lease 15 minutes prior to departure.

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