Description: The Lake Michigan Car Ferry Badger by Arthur Chavez The iconic Lake Michigan car ferry Badger has been providing reliable service between Ludington, Michigan, and Manitowoc, Wisconsin, since its maiden voyage on March 21, 1953. Originally built as an ice-breaking ferry hauling railroad freight cars, the Badger now transports passengers, automobiles, recreational vehicles, motor coaches, and commercial vehicles including standard-size tractor/trailers and specialized oversized load trailers. The Badger is the last surviving operational example of a large network of railroad ferries crossing Lake Michigan that had once provided a time-saving shortcut for freight shippers, bypassing the long, circuitous route around the bottom of the lake through Chicagos railyards. Today, the Badger performs a different role, saving time, fuel, and mileage for regional tourists and cross-country travelers, and has been designated the continuance route of US Highway 10. Currently under the ownership of Interlake Maritime Services, the historic 410-foot-long ferry begins its seventh decade of service, continuing to bring joy and adventure to new generations of riders as it contributes to the economic vitality of the cities of Ludington and Manitowoc and surrounding regions. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Arthur Chavez grew up near the ferry docks in Milwaukee and has spent his life researching, writing, and presenting the history of the railroad car ferries. Details ISBN1467109363 Author Arthur Chavez Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 1467109363 ISBN-13 9781467109369 Format Paperback Publication Date 2023-05-22 Publisher Arcadia Publishing (SC) Imprint Arcadia Publishing Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2023-05-22 NZ Release Date 2023-05-22 US Release Date 2023-05-22 UK Release Date 2023-05-22 Pages 160 Audience General Series Arcadia Publishing DEWEY 386.5 Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158678577;
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Book Title: The Lake Michigan Car Ferry Badger
