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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!

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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.

DeRivera Park’s B Dock Recieves $1.4 Million Infrastructure Grant – March 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! DeRivera Park’s B Dock Receives $1.4 Million Infrastructure Grant The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has approved a Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) of $1,430,885.50 for the renovation of DeRivera Park B Dock, situated in the heart of Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island. The transformative project aims to modernize and enhance one of the most popular destinations on Lake Erie, providing a state-of-the-art facility...View More
Elizabeth Parker Fundraiser- February 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! Elizabeth Parker Fundraiser From Meredith Engel Hi, my name is Meredith Engel, and I’m starting a fundraiser to build a memorial for the strongest woman I never met, my great-grandmother, Elizabeth Kuemmel Parker. I am the daughter of Christie Ontko and Eric Engel, and granddaughter of Linda Parker and Charlie (Tuna) Ontko. I grew up hearing a scattering of stories about Parker Boat Line...View More
The Islands In January 1914 – January 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! The Islands In January 1914 From Rutland Daily Herald – Rutland, Vermont Jan. 10th, 1914 – The combination of freight and passenger steam Olcott, the only boat in commission since the navigation season closed on Dec. 1st, has gone into winter quarters here and the 5000 (sic) residents of the Lake Erie Islands have settled into their 4- month period of isolation. The only...View More
Deer Management Options on South Bass – December 2023 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! Deer Management Options on South Bass Duff Homestead Preserve Update The Lake Erie Islands Conservancy is working with the Put-in-Bay Township Park District on new office/visitor space at the Duff Homestead Preserve. Kelly Faris painted a front room that will be an office, John Galvin has been refinishing the floors, and Mark LeKanka and crew have been cleaning up. Kendra Koehler and Susie Cooper...View More
Bonsai Bonkers! – September 2023 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! Bonsai Bonkers! We had no idea that there are two neighbors on the West Shore who are interested in Bonsai trees. The PIB Garden Club met on Wednesday, August 9th, at the home of Jim and Susan Hildebrandt, where Jim gave a presentation about Bonsai trees. The meeting and presentation were in the driveway where Jim and the group of lady garden club members...View More
Living History from Nearly a Century Ago – September 2023 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! Living History from Nearly a Century Ago 1930s Middle Bass Club & 1940s Rattlesnake Island Memories By Marie Demer Rader While researching Middle Bass Club (MBC) history, I was fortunate to find Maggie Kinsey Wood who is now 94 years young with a fantastic memory. Maggie’s parents, Isaac Kinsey II and Phyllis Bigelow, bought my parents’ cottage in the Middle Bass Club in 1926....View More
Of Ringo Starr, Walk-Off Homers and SOFTBALL – August 2023 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! Of Ringo Starr, Walk-Off Homers and SOFTBALL A Look at the Lake Erie Islands Softball League (JULY 2023) By Matt Amsden Hello, again, everyone! You’re all looking fantastic, you really are. Since you’re dressed so formally, I might ask you to pull up a seat in the bleachers, grab a hot dog (it’s a fundraiser for the Class of 2024, so tell ‘em to...View More
Just A Few Random Thoughts – August 2023 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! Just A Few Random Thoughts I Kinda Remember That I’ve always contended that the tourist seasons at Put-in-Bay have, like people, their own personalities. They are never quite the same. This season, for example, had the cool June, the smokey haze from the huge wildfires in Canada, lackluster days and busy weekends, two events, the Survivor TV show tryouts and the visit by Good...View More
48N48 World Record Set! – July 2023 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! 48N48 World Record Set! Aaron Wilson, Put-in-Bay High School Class of 1999, successfully helped to set a world record this past month. He and fellow pilot, Barry Behnfeldt, left Michigan late on the night of June 4th in Barry’s plane, with the goal of landing in each of the lower 48 states in 48 hours. Their flight was billed as “48N48” (48 states in...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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