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Channel 3 Cleveland News Video on ferry lengthening.

Miller Boat Line Sponsors Bob Gatewood and Calabash FundraiserThursday, November 17, 2011

Singer Bob Gatewood & Calabash teams with V107.3 radio Cleveland & Miller Boat Line to aid Cleveland City Mission. Put-in-Bay performer Bob Gatewood & Calabash as they perform live at Brother's Lounge, Lakewood, 9pm, Sat., November 26 to benefit the City Mission. V107.3 Cleveland radio & Miller Boat Line are concert sponsors.

Put-in-Bay Fall Packages & EventsMonday, August 29, 2011

Put-in-Bay Fall Lodging Packages & Events
                                                                                                   
Put-in-Bay, (South Bass Island), Ohio  August 25, 2011   Unbeatable late summer and fall discounts on lodging and day Packages plus events makes fall one of the best times of the year to visit the Lake Erie Island of Put-in-Bay, Ohio. Put-in-Bay offers a getaway for everyone with day and overnight packages that include winery tours, a historic B & B, couple's getaways, family day packs, and girlfriends' escapes. Find more details about these easy to purchase Packages at www.MillerFerry.com.

Put-in-Bay Cruises Aboard Vintage Tugboat Lake Erie Islands, OhioWednesday, June 22, 2011

                    Put-in-Bay & Lake Erie Islands Cruise Aboard Vintage Tugboat

 

PUT-IN-BAY, (South Bass Island), Ohio (June 22, 2011)  - An Ohio island journey becomes a fresh lake adventure, Put-in-Bay Cruises announce new Put-in-Bay and Lake Erie Island harbor and sunset cruises aboard a historic 38 foot tugboat, the Restless. Take the helm, or sit back and enjoy a sunset and islands of western Lake Erie. 

Salute to the Troops: Miller Boat Line and Perry's MonumentMonday, May 23, 2011

National Park Service News Release

                                          

For Immediate Release –May 23,2011

Blanca Alvarez Stransky   419 285-2184

 

 

Salute to the Troops 2011: Perry’s Victory and Miller Boat Line Join

to Honor Military Personnel and Veterans on Saturday, May 28

 

PUT-IN-BAY, OHIO –Active duty military and veterans may travel to Put-in-Bay, South Bass Island for free aboard the Miller Boat Line (departing from Catawba) as part of the Memorial Day Weekend festivities on Saturday, May 28 at Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial.

Ferry Crew is lauded for rescue, Port Clinton News Herald ArticleSaturday, December 04, 2010

"They don't wear blue, but they act like we do." Capt. Jeff Ogden U.S. Coast Guard awards four Miller Boat Line crewmen a recognition not often given to civilians. We congratulate Jake, Steve, Bernie and Greg, crew of the M/V William Market.

ODNR Division of Watercraft Recognizes Miller Boat Line for Plane RescueWednesday, October 06, 2010

For Immediate Release -

                                             ODNR Division of Watercraft Recognizes
                                            Miller Boat Line for Plane Rescue - Lake Erie


Put-in-Bay (South Bass Island), Ohio - October 6, 2010

A Captain and three crewmen from the passenger/vehicle ferry service, Miller Boat Line, Put-in-Bay, Ohio, will be honored  with a Certificate of Appreciation given by the ODNR Division of Watercraft, at 2:00 PM on Friday, October 15, 2010, at the Miller Ferry Dock, Catawba Island, Ohio. The award will be given by Chief Pamela Dillon, head of the ODNR Division of Watercraft, Columbus, Ohio. The honor of "lifesaving efforts" will be given to Captain Steve Rose and crew members Jacob Market, Bernie Wise, and Greg Johnson.

Put-in-Bay Playcation PackagesMonday, August 16, 2010

Great deals available for late-season trips to Put-in-Bay

August, 2010 – Put-in-Bay, Ohio. Late summer and early fall are some of the best times of the year to head to the Lake Erie island of Put-in-Bay (South Bass Island), Ohio, particularly for budget-conscious travelers. Gentle temperatures, grape harvest season, fewer crowds and clearance sales lure autumn tourists to the island. Miller Boat Line has joined with other island businesses to offer these “Playcation” packages to bolster late-season tourism by providing the best deals of the season.

Put-in-Bay Offers Family and Value-Friendly Events for 2010Thursday, May 27, 2010

Put-in-Bay Offers Family and Value-Friendly Events for 2010

 
May 27, 2010 - Put-in-Bay (South Bass Island), Ohio. The official beginning of summer is just a few weeks away, but the island of Put-in-Bay is already starting to buzz with activity. Attractions, restaurants and pubs are opening, Miller ferries are running and visitors are beginning to fill the streets, shops, parks and marinas.

Miller Boat Line Launches "Green" Ferry for 2010 SeasonWednesday, April 28, 2010

April 2010 – Put-in-Bay, Ohio. Miller Boat Line is taking a bold step toward “greening up” its ferry service to Put-in-Bay this season. The company has begun using a 10-20 percent biofuel mix in one of its passenger vessels, the William Market, and has plans to eventually use it in all four of its vessels. Miller Boat Line is one of the only passenger ferry services in the nation using this type of alternative fuel.

Mary Ann Market 1935-2010Monday, April 26, 2010

Mary Ann MarketMary Ann Market 1935-2010
Farewell beloved Mother, Grandmother, Island Friend and CEO of Miller Boat Line.
We will love you forever.
Blessing of the Fleet Dedication

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Miller Ferry to Put-in-Bay Season Underway Weds., March 17Tuesday, March 16, 2010

                                             Miller Ferries to Put-in-Bay
                             Season Start up Wednesday, March 17, 2010
 
 
Put-in-Bay, Ohio......
 
To the delight of most residents of the Bass Islands in Lake Erie, the winter proved to be an unusually long ice fishing season which began in January and ended last week. For several weeks in February, the ice trail was stable which allowed islanders to visit the neighboring islands of Middle Bass and North Bass Islands. But, a few days ago, gusty northeast winds quickly broke up the several inches of ice off the west side and in the harbor of the Put-in-Bay, making way for the path for the Miller Ferries.

Help Hydrate Haiti ~ Put-in-Bay High School Teams with Red CrossSaturday, January 16, 2010

"Help Hydrate Haiti"   Put-in-Bay High School Teams with Red Cross
Miller Boat Line to Match Part of Donations
  

 

"Help Hydrate Haiti". The Put-in-Bay High School Civics Class is working with the Red Cross to help fund desperately needed water for the island nation of Haiti. Donations welcome...

Ohio vs. Michigan - Island Style - Put-in-Bay, OH. plays Macinac Island, MI.Wednesday, December 02, 2009

Ohio versus Michigan - Island Style
Put-in-Bay, Ohio plays Mackinac Island, Michigan 
High School Basketball Teams Compete

December,  2009
For Immediate Release

Put-in-Bay (South Bass Island), Ohio............

The battle between two Great Lake Island high schools will take place on Friday, December 11, 2009, on Put-in-Bay, Ohio when the Put-in-Bay Panthers host the Mackinac Island, Michigan Lakers in girls' and boys' basketball. The girls' game will tip-off at 6:00 pm, followed by the boys' game, at the Jim Poulos Recreation Center gym, Put-in-Bay School.

Miller Boat Line 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Walk at Put-in-BayMonday, August 10, 2009

Miller Boat Line 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Walk
at Put-in-Bay, Ohio

The sixth annual Miller Boat Line 5K Run and One Mile Family Fun Walk will be held on the Lake Erie Island of Put-in-Bay on Saturday, September 26, 2009. The runners'  5K will begin at 9:30 AM and the Family Fun Walk begins at 9:15 AM at The Boathouse Bar and Grille, Hartford Ave., downtown Put-in-Bay.

Brig "Niagara" Returns to the Harbor of Put-in-BaySunday, August 09, 2009

The U.S. Brig "Niagara" returns to the harbor of Put-in-Bay August 19-23 for public tours and day-sails  as part of Commodore Oliver H. Perry's Birthday Celebration. Experience the life of an early 19th century seaman by taking an on board and below deck tour of the ship on Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM.

Waterfront Getaway Put-in-Bay PackageSunday, August 09, 2009

                         ~~~~~~~  Waterfront Getaway Put-in-Bay Package ~~~~~~~
                                            Put-in-Bay Overnight & Dining Package

NEW! This Put-in-Bay weekday getaway package is created for those who love to be near the shoreline.... Perfect for a couple or a girlfriends' getaway. Included in the package is your waterfront lodging, dining on the bay, and ferry transportation - all inclusive for $149, (a Savings of $75).

U.S. Brig Niagara Teacher's WorkshopThursday, August 06, 2009

Eighth grade teachers in Lucas, Huron, Erie, Ottawa, Lorain and Cuyahoga counties are invited to sail aboard the U.S. Brig Niagara on Thursday, August 20, as part of an interdisciplinary project for students.  The program is free and offered on a first come basis.

Discover Island Nature Family ProgramsSunday, May 31, 2009

Lake Erie Islands Nature and Wildlife Center
DISCOVER ISLAND NATURE FAMILY PROGRAMS
PO BOX 461
PUT-IN-BAY, OH  43456
 
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                             CONTACT: Lisa Brohl 419-285-5811
 
 
Discover Island Nature Family Programs
Put-in-Bay, Ohio
 
PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio (May, 2009)….
 

Put-in-Bay Offers Budget-Friendly Island GetawaysFriday, May 29, 2009

Put-in-Bay Offers Budget-Friendly Island Getaways

 

PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio (May, 2009) – While the economy may have people tightening their wallets, vacations are still on most people’s to-do list this summer. Luckily, they will not have to travel far, as Put-in-Bay is the perfect budget-friendly summer getaway. From water sports in the downtown harbor to enjoying the historical background of the island, Put-in-Bay offers visitors an island resort community experience without the hassle or cost of flying.  

 

“Put-in-Bay offers travelers the chance to experience an island adventure without putting a damper on your wallet,” said Julene Market, marketing manager for Miller Boat Line. “Visitors can cruise over to the island aboard Miller Boat Line and enjoy the island’s casual atmosphere while participating in some adventure sports, family fun activities and historical events.”

Put-in-Bay Welcomes Fall with Festive Island EventsThursday, August 21, 2008

Put-in-Bay has plenty in store for travelers looking to spend a relaxing weekend away from home this fall. From Oktoberfest to an island wine festival to an annual regatta, the island destination is the perfect location for a fall getaway.

Lake Erie Island Fest Middle Bass Island Volleyball and Cornhole TournamentsFriday, August 01, 2008

Lake Erie Island Fest Middle Bass Island Volleyball and Cornhole Tournaments

Your Island News - Launched - Miller Ferry to Put-in-Bay New Web SiteThursday, July 03, 2008

"Your Island News" July

Put-in-Bay Offers an Island Vacation in the MidwestTuesday, June 24, 2008

Put-in-Bay Offers an Island Vacation in the Midwest

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