BIG SHIP, MORE FUN!

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A little history, a lot of fun!
An authentic steamship experience,
and the best cross-lake value

SIZE MATTERS

Lake Michigan is big - so is the Badger!

· Largest car ferry operating on the Great Lakes
· Built to handle year 'round conditions on Lake Michigan
· 410' long, with capacity for 600 passengers and 180 vehicles
· Can easily accommodate RVs, buses and large trucks
· Big ship = more to see and do!

- Spacious outside decks , with plenty of room to roam
- 4 lounges with a variety of seating and ample table space
-
Movie lounge
- 2 television lounges
- Quiet room/museum
- Upper Deck Café buffet-style dining
-
Badger Galley deli-style snacks
-
2 bar service areas
- 40 private staterooms
- Gift shop
- KidsPort playroom and video arcade


RELIABLE & SAFE

On-time service you can count on!

· Built to handle year 'round conditions on Lake Michigan
· Frequently docks ahead of scheduled arrival times
· Inspected annually by the U.S. Coast Guard
· Exceeds U.S. Coast Guard requirements for Homeland Security
· Trained crew members and state-of-the-art equipment

So much available at no additional cost!

· Free feature movies
· Free family fun and games
· Free children's activities and
playroom
· Free Badger Bingo
· Free satellite
television in two lounges
· Free
quiet room/museum


KIDS' STUFF

Spend four hours of quality, uninterrupted time with your kids!

· KidsPort playroom
· Organized children's activities led by our crew
· Special kids' menu
·
Video arcade
 

SAVE DRIVING TIME & FUEL THIS SUMMER!

Take your car, motorcycle, or even your RV on the S.S. Badger for a fun and relaxing shortcut across Lake Michigan -- you'll avoid the drive around the lake, and with so much to see and do aboard on the huge ship, getting there will be more than half the fun!

BEST FARES, BEST VALUE!

S.S. BADGER: Historic Lake Michigan Carferry
 


"I have recommended your cruise to countless
friends and co-workers over the years as a great vacation idea and a fun getaway (especially
for kids!) Our Michigan vacations are always
special, and the Badger certainly plays a big
part in that feeling. Until this summer, we just
didn't realize how large a part she played.
See you next summer!"
(The Harrison Family - Waukesha, WI)

"We have cruised at night under the stars, which remains a singularly amazing experience."