FIREWORKSA modi� ed version of our Night Watch cruise, you’ll be impressed with our discussion of navigation, nighttime � sh behavior, and star-gazing. View our summer � reworks display from the water.Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJune 25 • Sunday • 9 p.m.

JOURNEY THROUGH THE STRAITS Board the E/V Clinton for a fantastic � ve-hour voyage. As the Clinton travels in the wake of both the early Great Lakes voyageurs and present day sailors, we’ll explore the Straits of Detroit from several perspectives. Fee: $30/adult; $15/child UpboundJune 26 • Monday • 10 a.m.August 19 • Saturday • 10 a.m.

EAGLE’S EYE NATURETake a naturalist’s tour of the lower river and its islands to discover the rich variety of natural life.Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJuly 26 • Wednesday • 6 p.m.July 29 • Saturday • 10 a.m.August 2 • Wednesday • 2 p.m.August 3 • Thursday • 6 p.m.August 5 • Saturday • 6 p.m.August 10 • Thursday • 10 a.m.August 12 • Saturday • 6 p.m.

SUGAR ISLANDDiscover the dark past of Sugar Island and the story behind the sinking of the passenger vessel SeaBreeze. Fee: $25/adult; $15/childAugust 4 • Friday • 6 p.m.August 6 • Sunday • 6 p.m.August 13 • Sunday • 2 p.m.

BOB-LO ISLAND HISTORY Explore the rich history of Bois Blanc Island, better known as Bob-lo Island, on an “around the Island” route. Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJuly 29 • Saturday • 6 p.m.August 6 • Sunday • 2 p.m.August 13 • Sunday • 6 p.m.

GREAT LAKES SCIENCE FOR KIDSLearn about the ecology of the Detroit River using the tools of a Great Lakes scientist. Study the lake’s plants and animals to determine water quality.Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJuly 28 • Friday • 10 a.m.August 3 • Thursday • 10 a.m.August 12 • Saturday • 10 a.m.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL CRUISES Payment required at time of registration. Child Price is for ages 17 and younger. Register on-line with credit card (Visa or MasterCard)

at www.discoverycruises.org, at the Lake Erie Metropark cash, check or charge) by calling 734-379-5020. For more information, please call 734-379-5020. Vehicle Entry Fee Required: $35 Annual, $21 Seniors, $10 Daily

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RIVER OF TIMECruising among the lower Detroit River Islands, we search the human stories that shaped the history of her waters. From Native Americans and early European explorers to military forts, massive engineering projects and stories of yesterday, this cruise is a time travel experience.Fee: $25/adult; $15/child July 26 • Wednesday • 10 a.m.July 28 • Friday • 6 p.m.July 29 • Saturday • 2 p.m.July 30 • Sunday • 6 p.m.August 2 • Wednesday • 10 a.m.August 3 • Thursday • 2 p.m.August 9 • Wednesday • 2 p.m.August 13 • Sunday • 10 a.m.

WHISKEY RIVERLearn why the Detroit River was known as the “Whiskey River” during National Prohibition. Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJuly 28 • Friday • 2 p.m.August 2 • Wednesday • 6 p.m.August 11 • Friday • 10 a.m.

SHIPWRECKS!Explore the underwater world using “Little Ricky,” DTE Energy’s Remotely Operated Vehicle. Fee: $25/adult; $15/childAugust 4 • Friday • 10 a.m.August 4 • Friday • 2 p.m.

BIG RIVER MEANDEREnjoy an extended four hour nature and history cruise around the north tip of Grosse Ile and down to the river mouth. Fee: $30/adult; $15/child July 30 • Sunday • 10 a.m.August 5 • Saturday • 10 a.m.

NIGHT WATCH This enjoyable, evening cruise seeks to discover the night life of the river including navigation lights, star observation, nocturnal creatures and more. Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJuly 29 • Saturday • 9 p.m.August 4 • Friday • 9 p.m.August 9 • Wednesday • 9 p.m.

MICHIGAN MYSTERIES Set sail on an adventure to solve some of the mysteries surrounding the Great Lakes; from unexplained occurrences to mythical beasts.Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJuly 26 • Wednesday • 2 p.m.August 9 • Wednesday • 10 a.m.August 10 • Thursday • 6 p.m.

WARFARE ON THE WATERFRONTJoin us for an in-depth look at how the region was impacted by multiple wars spanning over 200 years.Fee: $25/adult; $15/childJuly 27 • Thursday • 6 p.m.August 6 • Sunday • 10 a.m.August 10 • Thursday • 2 p.m.August 12 • Saturday • 2 p.m.

SHIPPING OUTSign on for a voyage into the world of Great Lakes shipping with former sailor and author, Patrick Livingston. Fee: $25/adult; $15/childAugust 9 • Wednesday • 6 p.m.

WIND, WAVES AND WEATHER The Great Lakes in� uence our weather, and the weather can have a great in� uence on the Great Lakes. Join NOAA National Weather Service meteorologists on a cruise that explores the wind, waves, and weather.Fee: $25/adult; $15/childAugust 11 • Friday • 2 p.m.

GREAT LAKES SCIENCE FOR TEACHERSThis cruise for teachers will focus on the Great Lakes from a science education perspective. Learn how to relate biology, chemistry, geology and physics to your lessons on lakes.SPECIAL PRICING: $10 (adult active educators only)July 27 • Thursday • 10 a.m.

DETROIT RIVER REVIVALDr. John Hartig, Manager of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, will be our guest cruise director and will share his insights on the incredible revival of the Detroit River, including its habitats, wildlife and � shery resources.Fee: $25/adult; $15/childAugust 11 • Friday • 6 p.m.