Beaver Island Chamber of Commerce

Beaver Island
Chamber of Commerce

P.O. Box 5
Beaver Island, MI 49782
231 - 448 - 2505

Transportation

Hotels / Motels
Lodges / B&Bs

Homes & Cottages
to Rent

Restaurants

Recreation

Hunting & Fishing

Entertainment

Camping

Health Care

Shops & Stores

E-Commerce Stores

Real Estate

Financial Services & Insurance

Builders & Suppliers

Professional Services

Publications, Printing, Advertising

Public Services

 

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Transportation

T o  B e a v e r  I s l a n d :

BEAVER ISLAND BOAT COMPANY
Beaver Island Boat CompanyPassenger, freight, and vehicle ferry service between Charlevoix and Beaver Island. Feel yourself start to relax the moment you board one of our ferry vessels. Become hypnotized by the passing water as it dances around the boat. Soak in the sun and cool lake breezes of Lake Michigan from one of our open air decks or curl up with a good book and a loved one in one of our comfortable passenger cabins. We encourage you to forget your watch and begin to get acquainted with "Island Time." Toll free 1-888-446-4095 or (231) 547-2311.  
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FRESH AIR AVIATION
Fresh Air Aviation
Air Service to Beaver Island from the Charlevoix Airport. Charter flights to the destination of your choice. Welcome to Fresh Air Aviation where getting to Beaver Island has never been easier or more enjoyable. As your committed aviation service provider we take our mission seriously. We use modern, well-appointed and comfortable aircraft piloted by experienced aviation professionals. Come experience the difference. Reservations can be made online at www.freshairaviation.net or call 1-888-FLY-RGHT (359-7448) or (231) 237-9482.
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ISLAND AIRWAYS
Island AirwaysProviding daily service to Beaver Island from the Charlevoix Airport since 1945. Flexible schedule year round, freight services, charter services, aircraft maintenance, rental vehicles, flight training, aviation fuel, and FBO services (Beaver Island and Charlevoix.) Call for reservations or more information.
Toll Free 1-800-524-6895. Charlevoix Local (231) 547-2141 Beaver Island Local (231) 448-2071.
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C h a r t e r  S e r v  i c e s :

BONADEO’S BEAVER ISLAND BOAT CHARTERS
Fun, Fun, and MORE FUN!!! Enjoy hiking, camping, swimming, beach going, geo-cache and boating while exploring the beautiful, wild islands surrounding Beaver Island. We provide half-day and full-day Guided Tours, memorable Sunset Cruises, as well as Water Taxi service for campers. Captain Jon Bonadeo is knowledgeable and has twenty-five years of charter boat experience in the Beaver Archipelago. For reservations or information: Phone and Fax (231) 448-2489 or jbonadeo@tds.net. View Web Page  E-mail 

ISLAND AIRWAYS CHARTER SERVICES
Island Airways Charter Services provides propeller through large jet charter services throughout North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Call for additional information, a charter quote, or to book a charter. Toll Free 1-800-524-6895. Charlevoix Local (231) 547-2141. View Web Site  E-mail 

FLAGSHIP PRIVATE AIR
Skip the traffic on I-75 and fly with Flagship Private Air. Based in southeast Michigan, FPA will fly directly into Beaver Island from Ann Arbor, Willow Run, Pontiac, or the SE Michigan airport closest to your home. Convenient, Reliable, and available 24/7. Call (734) 929-1477 or visit our website, FlagshipPrivateAir.com, for more information. View Web Site  E-mail 

M-Z AIR CHARTER SERVICE
On Demand Charter Service in Mid Michigan Area. You have Options! Travel and enjoy privacy and security without long lines. Utilizing charter aircraft based at Mt. Pleasant Michigan Airport, minimizes your travel time to your flight. Call today (989) 317-9466. View Web Site  E-mail 

PARADISE BAY BOAT CHARTERS AND DIVE SHOP
Paradise Bay Boat Charters and Dive Shop provides a variety of water entertainment and adventure. SCUBA diving and boat charters are available. PADI dive classes are taught at many levels and instructed by certified master PADI instructor, Captain Mike Weede. Captain Mike also holds a 100 ton Coast Guard License.
Choose your trip:  a private charter to one of the outer islands; a two tank dive on one of Beaver Island's shipwrecks; a snorkel on shore or on a shipwreck; a sunset cruise or a combination of all of the above and more. A short trip around Paradise Bay may be your desire. We will customize our trips to provide you with the best water experience on the island. Paradise Bay Dive Shop is the only DNR certified charter boat on Beaver Island.
The "Resolute" a 49 foot steel dive boat, also can be reserved for special events, including weddings (on land or underwater), birthday parties, or the celebration of your choice!!!
Call (231) 448-3195. View Web Site  E-mail 
 

M a r i n a s :

BEAVER ISLAND MARINA
A full service marina. Slips, transient and seasonal. Gas, diesel, ship's store, lounge, bath house, laundry, picnic area, free launch ramp, repair, haul-out. Auto rental. (231) 448-2300View Web Site  E-mail 

BEAVER ISLAND MUNICIPAL MARINA
The Beaver Island Municipal Marina is located in the heart of the St. James Township community right next to the ferry dock. The marina facility is only a few years old and features a comfortable lounge, spacious bathrooms and showers and a large picnic area. The Municipal Marina can accommodate small boats up to medium size yachts with drafts up to 8 feet. The professional Harbor Master monitors channel 16.
A variety of shops and stores are just steps away. The Chamber of Commerce has an office on the property and provides free Wi-Fi to the dock area as well as maps and Beaver Island Information. The Community Center across the street provides year around entertainment with a robust summer schedule. The Beaver Island Municipal Marina, often called the Yacht Dock, offers home style comfort and traditional Beaver Island hospitality in the most beautiful protected harbor in the Great Lakes, Paradise Bay. Be sure to include Beaver Island in your cruise schedule. (231) 448-2252. View Web Page 
 

O n  t h e  I s l a n d :

BEAVER ISLAND AUTO & MARINE REPAIR
A full service repair and maintenance facility for automotive, light truck, and all marine application (inboard, outboard, I/O, gas or diesel). Also accessories, rigging, and electronics. We specialize in late model computerized vehicles. Master Michigan & Master A.S.E. certified technician on call - AAA Tow Service available. ALLDATA equipped. (231) 448-2307. E-mail 

BEAVER ISLAND CAR RENTAL
Year round Mini-Van and Geo Tracker rental. Pick up at Ferry, Welke Airport, or near town cottage or hotel. We specialize in convertibles. Located at Beaver Island Marina. 4 hrs to 4 week rentals. Call Beaver Island Marina (231) 448-2300. View Web Site  E-mail 

GORDON'S CAR RENTAL AND CLINIC
Newest rental cars and most practical cars for road conditions. Full service auto repair & wrecker service. 25 years of Island Service. Pickup & delivery service. Our reliability and honesty is what Gordon’s Car Rental and Auto Repair is noted for. (231) 448-2438. View Web Page  E-mail 

CHARLEVOIX COUNTY TRANSIT
Hours of Operation:
6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday except holidays)
Fare Information:

Children

under 6 years

 .50

Senior Citizen

60 and over

 .50

(Senior Citizens are currently riding for free.)

Handicap

 

 .50

Youth

ages 6 to 19

1.00

Regular Fare

ages 20 to 59

1.50


Note: All passenger fares are double 15 miles and over.
Charlevoix County Transit, in cooperation with Charlevoix County Commission on Aging provides rides without cost to all persons age 60 and older.
Scheduling:
Mainland: (231) 582-6900 Beaver Island: (231) 448-2026 View Web Page  E-mail 


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