Superior's Island Cache Traditional Cache
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Welcome to Superior's Island. Feel free to explore the area. At one end there is a beached whale, in the middle are some sand beaches (swimming not recommended due to bad currents), and on the other end you can find a rather large Marina.
Below is a more detailed description of some of the things that can be found on the Island:
-S.S. Meteor Maritime Museum - The S.S. Meteor, the worlds only remaining whaleback ship, was built in Superior in 1896 and is now permanently docked on Superior's Island. Designed by Captain Alexander McDougal, the S.S. Meteor is the forerunner of the 1,000 ft. freighters seen in the harbor today. Enjoy guided tours through the pilot house, crew and captain's quarters, galley and engine room. Open daily 10 am - 5 pm, from mid- May to September.
-Superior's Island & Marina - All sorts of boating experiences can be enjoyed on Superior's Island, located in Lake Superior. There's a 420-slip marina, docking facilities, sailboat rentals. On the island you'll find places to dine, lodging accommodations and shopping.
-Harbor Tours - Enjoy scenic narrated harbor tours daily from May to October on Lake Superior, the world's largest inland lake. Special lunch, dinner and moonlight cruises are available.
-Other interesting sites very near to Superior's Island but not actually on it (within walking distance easily):
-Richard I. Bong World War II Heritage Center - The Bong Heritage Center takes visitors through the story of America's involvement in WWII—from pre-war life in America, to Pearl Harbor, to home front activities, and more. The center features Dick Bong's famous P-38 "Marge" fighter plane in the museum's central exhibit. Visitors of all ages will be able to appreciate how this conflict helped our young, multi-ethnic nation recognize the courage, abilities, and sacrifices of all our citizens.
- Fairlawn Mansion & Museum - Recognized as one of "America's Castles", the Fairlawn Mansion & Museum, built in 1890, is a majestic 42 room Victorian mansion. Located in Superior across from the Island, Fairlawn Mansion was the private residence of Martin and Grace Pattison and their family. With its restoration in 1998, visitors today can enjoy the mansion's first floor splendor and elegance as it was at the turn of the century splendor. Tours are available daily year-round. Special events and programs are held throughout the year.
This is a micro cache that is located in an easy to get to location but please use caution as this is a highly used area and depending on the time of day there may be many people out walking and exploring.
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