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The Middle Island Keepers' Lodge Package Includes:
Transportation to and from Middle Island aboard the Island Freighter II with Captain Mike Theut. Cruise by the Middle Island Light Station
from Lake Huron for some great pictures! During the cruise, enjoy a narrated tour of both underwater objects and Middle Island history.
Once you arrive, you will enjoy a 2/3 mile nature walk to the Keepers' Lodge (luggage is handled by us). Transportation is available for those
who cannot walk across the island.
At the lodge, feel free to settle in before your lighthouse tour. Snorkelers can enjoy swimming over a shipwreck, limestone formations or a
deep sinkhole.
We Provide:
Propane appliances: stove, oven, fridge/freezer, fireplace, lights, outdoor grill, and a water heater (for shower and dishes). Linens, towels,
pots and pans, dishes, paper towels, soaps and cleaning products and spring water for drinking. Rowboat rental starts at $15 for 24 hours.
We Recommend you Bring:
Warm clothing (it's usually cooler by the lake), hiking boots, water shoes, cameras, slippers, personal toiletries, snacks, drinks, and food for
meals. Also feel free to bring larger objects such as kayaks, canoes, fishing poles and tackle, and snorkel or SCUBA gear. Please, no
mountain bikes or fireworks. Carts or three wheeled bikes are acceptable.
Transportation to and from Middle Island aboard the Island Freighter II with Captain Mike Theut. Cruise by the Middle Island Light Station
from Lake Huron for some great pictures! During the cruise, enjoy a narrated tour of both underwater objects and Middle Island history.
Once you arrive, you will enjoy a 2/3 mile nature walk to the Keepers' Lodge (luggage is handled by us). Transportation is available for those
who cannot walk across the island.
At the lodge, feel free to settle in before your lighthouse tour. Snorkelers can enjoy swimming over a shipwreck, limestone formations or a
deep sinkhole.
We Provide:
Propane appliances: stove, oven, fridge/freezer, fireplace, lights, outdoor grill, and a water heater (for shower and dishes). Linens, towels,
pots and pans, dishes, paper towels, soaps and cleaning products and spring water for drinking. Rowboat rental starts at $15 for 24 hours.
We Recommend you Bring:
Warm clothing (it's usually cooler by the lake), hiking boots, water shoes, cameras, slippers, personal toiletries, snacks, drinks, and food for
meals. Also feel free to bring larger objects such as kayaks, canoes, fishing poles and tackle, and snorkel or SCUBA gear. Please, no
mountain bikes or fireworks. Carts or three wheeled bikes are acceptable.
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| 2012 Middle Island Keepers' Lodge Rates- per group* |
May, June & September July & August
| Weekday |
| Weekend |
| Weekday |
| Weekend |
(Any time of the year) |
| All pricing is subject to change. Rates do not include the accommodations tax. A non-refundable deposit of $150 is required prior to each stay. A $250 deposit is required for larger groups (7-12 people). This deposit will be converted into a security deposit when you arrive and will be refunded after your stay. An alternative date for a stay can be made if weather does not provide safe conditions to Middle Island. |
Middle Island Lighthouse
| *Open May thru September. Weekly or multi-night rates available per quote. SCUBA packages are available. Fishermen are welcome. |
First night is more because: Includes all preparation, tours, transport etc.
Each additional Night
| Please contact Captain Mike Theut prior to making reservations. 989-884-2722 Then you can either use the pay pal system to the left or mail your deposit. Capt. Mike Theut P.O. Box 473 Alpena, MI 49707 |
| Checks payable to: Capt. Mike Theut |
| Deposit amounts are dependant on group size and lodging or services rendered. Please ask first. |
| Your group will be the only one at the Keepers' Lodge during your stay. You may be the only people on the island! (Please Ask) |
To help preserve, protect, and maintain our beloved Middle Island
Keepers' Quarters, please use the donation button to the right of this
message. If you would like to give a donation towards any other Middle
Island project, please specify. All donations big or small are greatly
appreciated. Help us keep the history alive and the flame bright for future
generations to enjoy.
Keepers' Quarters, please use the donation button to the right of this
message. If you would like to give a donation towards any other Middle
Island project, please specify. All donations big or small are greatly
appreciated. Help us keep the history alive and the flame bright for future
generations to enjoy.
| Now Available 3" piece of steel tram rail originally from alongside the fog signal building. Bent like a pretzel by ice and storm. Get your piece of history today. Proceeds go toward the renovation of Middle Island Keepers' Quarters Only $20 |
| Middle Island Keepers' Lodge T-Shirts and Sweat shirts are now available. October Special Hooded Sweat shirts only $28 inc. S/H |
First Night
First Night
For groups beyond 8 people the cost is $30 per person / per night. Lodge capacity = 10 (Max.), Bunkhouse = 2
| Departure times from the mainland to Middle Island are usually between 3 and 5:00 p.m. (the night of arrival). Departure time from Middle Island to the mainland (after check out) is generally between 9 and 11:00 a.m.. We're flexible if you need special times. |
| Rowboat rental is available starting at $12 for a 24 hour period. |
(4% Transaction charge added later)
| "Lodge or Bunkhouse Rented" on a particular day of the calendar indicates that night is rented. Otherwise the lodge or bunkhouse is available to be rented that night. |
| Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends are priced as a weekend rate in July or August and are not valid with specials. Sunday is considered a weekend night. |
| For now, prices will remain the same as in 2011! |