Less than a month after tickets went on sale, a once-in-a-lifetime experience aboard a Great Lakes freighter is close to setting sail. Fewer than 40 of the $150-$200 raffle tickets remain for the cruise, with the drawing approaching quickly on April 30.
The Noon Rotary Club of Sturgeon Bay is partnering with Interlake Steamship Co. to raffle off a spot for up to six guests on a Great Lakes freighter to support the club’s local service projects and community initiatives throughout Door County.
Departing from either Duluth, Minnesota, or Marquette, Michigan, the 3 1/2- to 5-day cruise takes passengers behind the scenes of commercial shipping operations while offering private stateroom accommodations, views of the Great Lakes, and cuisine unique to a freighter experience. Rotary Club member Amy Kohnle said last month that participants will be supporting Rotary’s work in the community while enjoying an authentic experience.
Participants must be 18 or older, have a valid passport, and be flexible with their scheduling during the 2026 shipping season.
The Noon Rotary Club of Sturgeon Bay has held nautical-themed spring fundraisers for years, dating back to when the organization hosted shipyard tours.
