2010 Bay City Sailing Schedule

 

All sails depart from Downtown Bay City, Wenonah Park

Downloadable Schedule (pdf)

 

Legends of the Saginaw Sails

Adults $37, Students $27
Learn the fascinating history of the Saginaw River as the Appledore sails from Downtown Bay City out to the Saginaw Bay. Once out on the open water, help the crew set the sails or relax and enjoy the view. A hearty lunch is served underway. Narration by local historians. Call for reservations.


Saturday June 5 11:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday June 6 11:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday June 12 11:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday June 13 11:00am – 2:00pm
Friday July 2 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Saturday July 3 11:00am – 2:00pm
July 15-18 Bay City Tall Ships Celebration
Saturday July 24 11:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday July 25 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Saturday August 7 11:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday September 12 11:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday September 19 11:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday September 26 11:00am – 2:00pm


 

Dinner Sails

Adults $70

Join us for an unforgettable evening of sailing on the Saginaw Bay. Enjoy the sails, the sunset, and a delicious dinner. Call for menu details and reservations. Catered by Fusion 1 Café. Dress is casual.

Friday July 30 6:30pm – 10:30pm
Saturday July 31 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday August 6 6:30pm - 10:30pm
Saturday September 18 5:00pm - 9:00pm

 

Bay City Fireworks Festival

See the fireworks from the best seat in the house – the Deck of a Tall Ship! Join us on the Appledore IV for a three-hour sail, a three-course meal served onboard, and the Bay City Fireworks. Departing from Wenonah Park at 6:00pm, returning at 9:00pm. Stay aboard and watch the fireworks at 10:00pm. Tickets include access to all Wenonah Park festivities.

Adults $50, Students $40, 12↓ $25
Thursday July 1 Fireworks BBQ Sail 6pm - 9pm

Adults $50, Students $40, 12↓ $25
Friday July 2 Fireworks BBQ Sail 6pm - 9pm - Sold Out

Adults $85
Saturday July 3 Fireworks Extravaganza Dinner Sail 6pm - 9pm - Sold Out

 

Tall Ships Celebration Bay City

Click here for our special Tall Ships Celebration Sailing Schedule July 15 - 18

 
Stargazer Dinner Sails

Adults $80
A special live program presented onboard the Appledore IV by astronomers from the Delta College Planetarium: View constellations, listen to star legends, learn to navigate by the stars, hear the words of poets, and enjoy the beauty of the night sky under sail. Three-course dinner catered by Fusion 1 Café.

Friday June 11 8:00pm - Midnight
Saturday June 12 8:00pm - Midnight
Saturday September 11 7:00pm – 11:00pm


Moonlight Dinner Sails

Adults $80
The astronomers from the Delta College Planetarium present a special live program aboard the Appledore IV: learn about moon phases, listen to moon legends, and view the beauty of the Moon in the night sky. Three-course dinner catered by Fusion 1 Café.

Saturday July 24 8:00pm – Midnight

 

 

Windjamming Day Sails

Adults $45, Students $35

Get onboard and take advantage of the blustery fall conditions as we push the schooner to really fly. This is a sail for those ready to join in and help the crew, get their hands dirty, and hang on for a wild ride.

Saturday September 11 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Saturday September 18 12:30pm - 4:30pm



Saginaw River Ecology Sails

Adults $35, Students $25
The Saginaw Bay and Saginaw River form part of the largest contiguous freshwater wetland in the United States. As we travel South on the Saginaw River you will see a host of flora and fauna, including snowy egrets and bald eagles. You will also view the powerful impact of the spread of invasive wetland plants that are changing this vital habitat. A delicious “Schooner Stew” will be served as we travel the river. Narration included. Note: Sailing will be limited due to the narrowness of the waterway.

Sunday September 12 2:30pm – 5:30pm
Sunday September 19 2:30pm – 5:30pm
Sunday September 26 2:30pm – 5:30pm

 

 

Autumn Color Tour River Sails

Adults $37, Students $27
In October, as the leaves begin to change and the temperature starts to cool, the Appledore IV changes course and we begin our popular two-hour autumn color tour sails. Sailing upriver on the Saginaw, passengers will enjoy hot cider, chili and cornbread while keeping a sharp eye for Bald Eagles, Snowy Egrets, and of course the lovely colors. Cozy quilts available too!

Saturday October 9 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunday October 10 11:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday October 16 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunday October 17 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Saturday October 23 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Sunday October 24 1:00pm – 3:00pm

 

 

Tickets also available by calling: 989-895-5193

Visa and Mastercard accepted.

 

Tickets must be purchased in advance. All sales are final and are good for the date of reservation only. Sails are rain or shine. Children 5 yrs and under sail free of charge on daytime sails (limit one per adult ticket purchased).

Schedule and prices subject to change without notice.

 

Downloadable Schedule (pdf)