25th Annual Lake Superior Rally
Bayfield, WI
August 17th-19th, 2012
$25 Per Boat
Guests Are Always Welcome!

This year’s Lake Superior Rally will be held amongst the beautiful Apostle Islands in Bayfield, WI, the third weekend of August.  Bayfield isn’t just a cruising destination; it’s an experience.  Boating into the islands from the open lake gives the captain and crew a feeling of intimacy and calm, surrounded not just by the beautiful water, but by the rock formations, cliffs, caves, forested islands and miles of sand beaches.

The official site of the rally is Pike’s Bay Marina (S-192.5), three miles south of beautiful Bayfield (S-192).
The marina wants to extend a special welcome to all GLCC members and guests by reducing their usual dockage fee to $1.00 per foot during the event.  Pike’s Bay is a marvelous-full-service marina, and with Port Superior right next door, all your boating needs can be met there.

The near-by city of Bayfield (population 599) is charming and offers the visitor opportunities for shopping and perusal of its many treasures. It boasts two museums, two sail makers, many unique shops, an art cooperative, galleries, a recreational center, numerous restaurants and lodging facilities. In addition, it is the home of Big Top Chautauqua, hosting a wide range of musical events.

This fun-filled rally is officially scheduled for Friday-Sunday, August 17-19, but you’re strongly encouraged to arrive as early as Wednesday to participate in the many possible activities.

Early Attendee Options:
Wednesday: Attend a 100th year celebration of Woody Guthrie with Arlo Guthrie and the Guthrie family at the Big Top. See their website (www.bigtop.org) for show information and to purchase tickets.
Thursday & Friday Activity Options: Visit the new Legendary Waters Casino, hike the beautiful Houghton Falls trail, visit the orchards and taste wine at our local winery, explore the Heritage Center, the Maritime Museum, “raft-up” off one of our nearby beaches, participate in a workshop on diesel mechanics, attend a Thursday night “house” show of the Big Top Chautauqua. (See web site.) There is a free shuttle bus that goes to the Big Top from Port Superior, and other needed transportation can be provided.

Rally Weekend Schedule
Friday evening: Social hour at 5:30 and a delicious dinner to follow at the Port Superior Clubhouse, catered by Portside restaurant. Cost: $31.00 per person (tax, gratuity included) BYOB or cash bar.

Saturday: Pike’s Bay Clubhouse will be the location for the following:
Morning coffee and pancake breakfast (gluten free pancakes available), Port Captain’s Meeting, General Meeting and Pot-luck dinner.
Saturday evening speaker: Larry Killien, the Minnesota DNR Harbor Program Manager (Lake Superior North Shore Harbors).

Sunday: Continental Breakfast at Pike’s Bay Clubhouse after which some may choose to return to their home ports and others might choose to find a cozy harbor within the Apostles, joining other GLCC members for more adventure and camaraderie. This rally could likely be one of the highlights of your summer:
Boating in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, meeting new friends and renewing old acquaintances is what it is all about. You will receive a plaque as a souvenir.

On-line registration is preferred.
Please register soon for this event by clicking here
Please click here for printable registration form

The event cost remains at $25. Optional Friday dinner $31 each. Optional Friday Children's meal $6 each.
* Please Note: You must make docking reservations directly with Pike’s Bay Marina. A special GLCC reduced rate of $1.00 per foot/night for all rally attendees. Please call 715-779-3900 to secure your dock space.

NOTE: If you choose to arrive by car, there are many hotels, condos, and bed and breakfasts available as well as RV camping. Please contact your hosts for recommendations.

Questions? Call your hosts:
Donna and Dave Steffens 612-719-9291 alonabay@msn.com
Paula and Paul Lundberg  715-779-0113 gullible@centurytel.net