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A. Too many things to list, but here is a good start: 1.  Take a  sail around the island. Or rent a kayak for the same view with some exercise built in.2. Tour the world famous Glacial Grooves.  3.  Swim on the North side of the island at Sandy Beach in the Kelleys Island State Park4. Bird Watching. Spring and fall, the island is used as a stepping-stone to cross Lake Erie. Migrating songbirds and birds of prey stop to rest and refuel as they continue their journey. With the diverse island habitats, a variety of bird species can be seen throughout the year. Be sure to check the Kelleys Island Birds and Natural History website for the annual Nest With the Birds and Feathers and Foliage birding festivals.5.  Hiking and Walking. The charm of Kelleys Island is easily explored by foot. The south shore maintains much of the original island architecture. Discovery is yours along our State Park and Nature Preserve trails. There are a multitude of spring and summer wildflowers, or if you prefer, fossils are clearly visible in the surrounding quarry cliffs and rocks.Hike the North Pond Trail or bike the East Quarry Trail6. Scuba Diving. Come and explore the heritage in Lake Erie’s western basin. Enjoy Kelleys Island summer’s diving the multitude of shipwrecks in the area. Limestone ledges surround the island and offer a variety of areas to explore. Who knows what you may find?7. Bring a Picnic Lunch to the North Loop Hiking Trail (pick one up at the  Kelleys Island Wine Co. or Shelly has prepared sandwiches at the Island Market) Save your bag for the trash....we have a wonderfully clean Park System.8. Rent a golf cart at Kelleys Cove and take a leisurely tour of the island.9. Sea Kayaking. With 17 miles of irregular shoreline, Kelleys Island allows paddlers to experience Lake Erie’s ever-changing moods. The island provides a perfect setting for kayak touring spring, summer, or throughout the fall. Check our events listing for the annual Kayak Poker Paddle held in September. 10. Learn History. Stop by and visit the Kelleys Island Historical Association in the Old Stone Church on Division St.11. Toss Horseshoes, play volleyball and sip wine at the Kelleys Island Wine Co.12. Taste the beer at the  Island Cafe and Brew Pub...Great Specials. We also offer catering for parties, weddings, etc.13. Shrimp Cocktail yourself at the Casino, or for a real treat, try the Bloody Mary Special with a large cocktail shrimp as a garnish!!! 14. Park and watch the sunset at West Bay Inn, and if they are open, enjoy!
Caddy Shack Square...Caddy Shack Square...fun for the entire family. We offer Mini Golf, Bike and Golf Cart Rental, Game Arcade, Dipper Dan's Ice Cream Stand, Shops: Booga Shack, Beach Rack, Body Therapy, (Internet Access & Town Print Watercolor Collages), Janices Antiques and Collectibles, Wacky Shack - Restaurant/Bar offering Pizza, Sandwich and Subs. Karaoke offered (most) weekends in the summer.16. Bicycle down Lover's Lane from the State Park.....a wonderful, romantic coast all the way to the Lake. 17. For a unique view of the island try flying over from Sandusky or Port Clinton. Call Dairy Air at 800-647-0837 or Griffing Airlines at 419-625-5161. 18. Visit the Grotto and the Blessed Virgin Statue on the way. 19. Thursday Mass with Father Nick, or Sat Evening or Sunday at 9 AM. 20. Island Hopping on Dairy Air and Griffing Flying Service to Pelee Island and Put-In-Bay or Middle Bass Island.21. Day tour to Marblehead Lighthouse, Ben Richmond Galleries, Johnson Island and Port Clinton.
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