Part of our Time Traveler Series Rutherford B. Hayes may not be the first person to come to mind when one recalls presidential history, but his presidency, while contentious, has had a lasting impact on our nation. His presence in the Shores & Islands Ohio region and its neighboring communities also…
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Part of our Time Traveler Series Winemaking has a long history in Shores & Islands Ohio. The region boasts two appellations, The Lake Erie Appellation, and the only island viticultural appellation in the United States, Isle St. George (the island itself is also known as North Bass Island). The…
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There is no doubt that over the course of the last few years the meetings industry has had its ups and downs. While many destinations are still working through COVID rebooking’s and trying to get back to pre-pandemic levels, Shores & Islands Ohio is no different. The S&IO Marketing & Sales Team has…
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This week, sport car enthusiasts are making their annual trip to South Bass Island for the Put-in-Bay Road Race Reunion on September 20-23! Many visitors may not know the Shores & Islands Ohio region particularly for its motor racing history, but Put-in-Bay is steeped in history of road racing and…
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Fall in love with Shores & Islands Ohio all over again in the autumn, when the summer vacation crowd goes home but the attractions and events keep going. Milder weather allows visitors to continue to enjoy the outdoors, witness fall bird migration, and enjoy the beauty of changing colors. Visit an…
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Many northern Ohio schools returned to learning this week. But, according to the calendar, summer isn’t over until Septe mber 22 nd . Don’t let summer slip away without a few more sips of sunshine, splashes in the lake, and fun on the shore. Here is your Shores & Islands Ohio end-of-summer to-do list:…
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There are varied camping experiences available throughout the Shores & Islands Ohio region. There is everything from rustic cabins and primitive tent sites for a real “outdoorsy” experience, family-friendly resort campgrounds full of activities, RV campgrounds near the lake with marina access for…
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We all have experienced your typical beach day – lounge by the shore, toes in the sand, kids build sand castles, splash in the water to cool off, and have an all-around enjoyable and relaxing day by the lake. But there are so many different and fun ways to enjoy our beaches. What else can you do…
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Published June 2022 The weather is heating up and that means one important thing on Ohio’s north coast – patio season! All the best restaurants with patio, deck, or porch dining areas are brushing off their umbrellas, extending their awnings, and putting up the string lights to welcome in the season…
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Published June 2022 Meet Katrina Reed, Put-in-Bay resident and the voice of Miller Ferries! Shores & Islands Ohio wanted to get to know Katrina, Like a Local. Learn what it’s like to live on an island and what’s new with the ferry this season! S&IO: Tell us about yourself! Katrina: I have lived at…
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