Day 6 - Beaver Island

Scott had spotted a sign for "the largest breakfast buffet" in Mackinaw City.  So we decided to get up early and check it out.  We dined at Toast-A-Go-Go and if I'm honest, it was pretty disappointing.  Maybe it's because I'm not a fan of breakfast, or buffets, or even those vinyl covered booths that make it impossible to get in or out of.  But, either way, we had a nice walk and at least half of us had a good meal.

When we got back to the boat, we decided to pack up and get out a little early.  It was 10:45a when we pulled out of the slip.  Weather is 67* and sunny with 3mph NW winds.  Back under the Mackinac Bridge we went on our way to Beaver Island.

The water again is so smooth.  The cruise to Beaver Island took just two hours.  We enjoyed the turquiose waters and marveled at how easy it is to see the bottom of the lake as we approached.  We pulled into slip S16 at the South Dock and settled in.  

After we pulled in, a gal from a nearby boat came over and asked if we had been in Saugatuck and South Haven a few weeks ago and then if we had been in Northport last week.  She remembers seeing us - wow!  It's crazy how many boats and boaters we are getting familiar with.  

While the guys got our systems up and running, Sammy and I checked in and then prepped lunch on board.  Then we used the afternoon to finish some chores.  We gathered some dirty laundry and headed to the marina washer/dryer to do a load to refresh our closets.  Then Scott ran to the store to grab some grocery refills.  They folded laundry and got the kitchen cleaned up while I finished a Zoom meeting in my room. 

After that, we had reservations at the Sunset Restaurant at Beaver Island Lodge, recommended by our neighbors that we met on Mackinac Island.  The Lodge sent a van to pick us up so we enjoyed a quick 5 minute ride over the island.  

We had another excellent meal.  Ribeyes and Fillet with mushrooms and a demi glaze, grilled asparagus with an amazing potato casserole dish that I had to finish.  Afterwards, we headed back to the marina so Tyler could get to work.  I wrapped up some computer work while Sammy practiced her choreography again.

We enjoyed the evening on the back of the boat, snuggled in blankets.  Beaver Island is designated an International Dark Sky Sanctuary - one of only 22 worldwide - so we are eager for the sun to set!  

This is a great spot!  A quiet marina, in a quiet part of town, on a quiet island.  With our chores, we didn't get much time this afternoon to explore, so we've decided to extend our reservation for a second night.  We still plan to depart tomorrow but will likely leave closer to supper time.