Welcome to Put in Bay Reservations Blog

Welcome to the official Put-in-Bay Blog.  Here, readers can expect to keep up to date with happenings and things to do in Put-in-Bay.  Also, fun and informative articles will be shared readily.  Readers can count on us to bring the very best info for Put in Bay!

Put in Bay Blog: Who We Are

This site and blog are designed to be a resource for travelers heading to Put in Bay.  We love South Bass Island and the Lake Erie Islands area.  We strive to be good stewards for our community.  Moreover, we want to share this wonderful island with you.  Our main goal is to provide quality content that will be both engaging and informative.

Put-in-Bay 2025: What’s Open?
Kicking Off the 2025 Season at Put-in-Bay: What’s Open in April and May We’re gearing up for an exciting 2025 season at Put-in-Bay! While things are picking up speed, not all businesses on the island open at once. Throughout April and May, various spots will gradually welcome visitors. To help you plan your spring trip to PIB, we’ve gathered the latest updates below, but keep in mind that things can change. As always, it’s a good idea to call ahead during these months for the most accurate info! Early PIB...View More
Duff Vineyard Update  – Newest Island Preserve! – April 2025 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Duff Vineyard Update – Newest Island Preserve! The Put-in-Bay Township Park District and the Lake Erie Islands Conservancy are excited to report that the purchase of the 11-acre Duff Vineyard was finalized on Thursday, March 27th. A few weeks prior, funding for the purchase was still short, but on March 4th the Park District of Ottawa County approved an additional $50,000.00 from their Land...View More
Duff Vineyard Update  – March 2025 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Duff Vineyard Acquisition Update We are excited to report on our progress on the Duff vineyard acquisition. We wish to thank everyone who has sent us checks, offered loans, and words of support for the project. However, we have a little more to go to finish up. The deadline is fast approaching. The Put-in-Bay Township Park District has issued non-interest promissory notes in the...View More
Mercy Health Introduces Automatic Life Flight Membership for 2025  – February 2025 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Mercy Health Introduces Automatic Life Flight Membership for 2025 Starting in 2025, Mercy Health is making emergency medical care more accessible for island residents. As announced by Put-in-Bay Township, all residents, including part-time islanders, are now automatically enrolled in the Life Flight Membership program. There’s no need to submit applications or pay any fees—this benefit is automatic! The Life Flight program provides financial peace...View More
Treasurer  Announces OMAP Savings for the  Village of Put-in-Bay  – January 2025 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Treasurer Announces OMAP Savings for the Village of Put-in-Bay COLUMBUS – The Ohio Market Access Program (OMAP) administered by Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague has helped the Village of Put-in-Bay (Ottawa County) enter the market and save an estimated $25,953 in interest costs. This issuance marks the first time the village has utilized OMAP to achieve savings. “OMAP allows local governments to benefit from strengthened...View More
Island Photo Op “A Walk With Fame” – October 2024 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Island Photo Op – Patrick Huston Daily “A Walk With Fame” By Peter Huston A few years back there was serious talk about creating a Put-in-Bay entertainers “walk of fame.” Brad Ohlemacher, Ray Fogg and others shared the idea around. There was never any doubt who the first inductee would be. Unfortunately it never gained enough traction to be put into action before Pat...View More
A Poem and a Letter to the Editor – October 2024 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Autumn’s Delight By Amanda Downey Autumn’s color palette of golden tones and crimson foliage indicates a period for self-reflection and rejuvenation, allowing us to tap into our capacity for transformative growth and development. Autumn’s arrival beckons us to step into a season of peaceful contemplation, where the kaleidoscope of changing leaves inspires us to quiet our hearts and embrace the promise of new beginnings....View More
Drone Delivers Dum-Dums To The Islands – September 2024 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Drone Delivers Dum-Dums To The Islands On Friday, August 16th, history was made when a drone carrying a small package was flown from Catawba Island to South Bass Island. The package contained Dum-Dum lollipops. This was the first time a drone made a delivery to the island. Two islanders were among those who made the drone delivery a success. Nikolai Blumensaadt (PIBHS Class of...View More
Garden Club News – September 2024 Gazette
putinbayreservations.com is proud to present this piece from the Put-in-Bay Gazette. For the best South Bass Island journalism, visit putinbay.news and subscribe to the Gazette today! Garden Club News From Sheri Murphy, President Somehow it is now September – not sure how that happened so quickly, but the cooler evenings and cloud/sky colors pretty much verify the calendar! I would like to thank Susan Hildebrant for planning our August program with Donna Schneider on flower photography. Donna shared many gorgeous pictures of her work – her passion and talent with...View More
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Why Blog about Put-in-Bay?

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A blog gives great insight on travel ideas, the best times to visit Lake Erie, and background information about the island.  Put in Bay has long been a sought-after tourist destination.  So, with so many great events, unforgettable weekends, and fun times on the lake, a blog is a must!

From the Pajama Party in April until the Halloween Fun in October, there is so many great Put in Bay Events. So, there are ample opportunities to write stories about all of the fun happenings.  Additionally, the immense history of the Lake Erie Islands gives a writer ample material to work with.

Blog About Things To Do

With so many things to do on Put-in-Bay, Ohio it makes sense that there’s a lot of blogs about them. Some examples of Put-in-Bay attractions are Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial, DeRivera Park, Lake Erie Island Historical Society Museum, Golf Cart Rentals, Jet Ski rentals at the State Park, Bachelorette parties, Perry’s Cave and Family Fun Center, awesome nightlife at bars like Mr. Ed’s, and many more family-friendly activities.

There’s also the awesome “Pyrate Fest” where pirates take over downtown Put-in-Bay and have activities like hunts for treasure, reenactments, and costume designs. There’s also a massive pirate ship you can board and go out on the water with real pirates!! Make sure to check out the visitors center for more info on Pyrate Fest and other upcoming events.

Getting to the Put-in-Bay Island For Your Getaway

To get to the island you can take the Miller Ferry from Catawba or the Jet Express from Port Clinton or Sandusky. If you’re closer to Cleveland then the Miller Ferry is closer but if you live more near Toledo then the Jet Express docks will be a little closer. Click here to book Put-in-Bay Hotels, Put-in-Bay Resorts, rental homes, vacation rentals, and any other Put-in-Bay lodging.

Stay Tuned for Great Reads!

Be sure to save this page for future articles.  Also, we would love to hear your feedback and blog suggestions.  To do so, simply sign up for a chance to win a FREE WEEKEND.  In the Comment Section, please submit blog-related questions.  We look forward to providing interesting reads in the future.

Also, the rest of this site provides users an opportunity to plan all facets of their Put in Bay Vacation.  Explore LodgingThings to Do, and Put-in-Bay Restaurants to Plan your trip today. The sooner you book, the sooner you can get on a Put-in-Bay ferry!

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