Below is a list of all 2025 Inland Seas public events. Unless otherwise noted, all events are held at the
ISEA campus (100 Dame St, Suttons Bay, MI). This list will be updated periodically throughout the year. If you have any questions, please click the link associated with the event or email marketing@schoolship.org.
April
Volunteer Training: NextGen Station Training – Plankton and Water Quality – Tuesday, April 22, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Volunteer Training: NextGen Station Training – Benthos and Microplastics -Thursday, April 24, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
May
June
Young Women in STEM – June 18-20
Our Young Women in STEM program is a research-based program that provides an opportunity for high-school-aged students to eat, sleep, and work aboard a schooner as scientists exploring the health of Lake Michigan. During the voyage, students will develop a research project on their topic of interest and help the crew with vessel operation, learning to handle sails and plot a course.
ISEA Public Sails – June 17-28
Join ISEA as we take to the water with a variety of sails designed to engage you with the Great Lakes in unique new ways and enjoy the splendor of Grand Traverse Bay. We offer morning and afternoon sails that are two or three hours.
Click here to book your spot.
July
August
ISEA Public Sails – July 31 – August 22
Join ISEA as we take to the water with a variety of sails designed to engage you with the Great Lakes in unique new ways and enjoy the splendor of Grand Traverse Bay. We offer morning and afternoon sails that are two or three hours.
Click here to book your spot.
Women on the Water – August 25-27
Join us from August 25-27, 2025, for three days on the 105’ schooner Alliance as we sail around Grand Traverse Bay/northern Lake Michigan. During this sail, you will have the opportunity to learn navigation, sail the ship with the crew, explore the lake shore, relax, and more! Once aboard, you will help decide the itinerary and route. Then each day choose your engagement level; participate much or sit back and relax.
September
October
November
December