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WisconsinBayRd.,920/854-1844,
www.dcmm.org
,10am-5pmdailyMay-Oct.,$5adults).
This one features gill nets and more gill nets—or rather, the commercial fishing industry.
The highlight is an old fishing tug, and there is plenty of other old equipment. Admission
generally includes a chatty guided tour.
classic harbor scene in Gills Rock
WASHINGTON ISLAND FERRIES AND CRUISES
ThemostluxuriouswaytoWashingtonIslandisanarratedcruiseaboardthe
Island Clipper
(920/854-2972,
www.islandclipper.com
), a 65-foot cruiser specifically designed by a Stur-
geon Bay boatbuilder for the Death's Door crossing. A basic crossing ($13 adults) is avail-
able, as is a ferry plus “Viking Train” island tour ($25). There are up to 10 departures
10am-5pm daily in peak summer season.
Northport exists solely to accommodate the second of the ferry lines to Washington Is-
land. This pier was established as an escape from fierce prevailing winds on the Gills Rock
side. Northport, in fact, has eclipsed Gills Rock as a departure point to Washington Island,
as it is virtually always free of ice and saves precious crossing time. Those who wish to
drive their cars over to Washington Island will have to come here for the
Washington Is-
land Ferry
(920/847-2546 or 800/223-2094,
www.wisferry.com
)
, which takes autos and
