For Detroit Lions fans attending the season opener against the Green Bay Packers, the S.S. Badger car ferry is offering a unique travel experience across Lake Michigan.
The division rivalry game is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 7, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.
Michiganders who want to attend can drive around Lake Michigan, through Chicago or the Upper Peninsula - or they can ride the historic car ferry across the lake.
These are five takeaways from the original article about this unique travel experience.
Unique gameday travel
The S.S. Badger car ferry provides a scenic and hassle-free way for Detroit Lions fans to travel to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. This alternative avoids the long drive and traffic congestion around Lake Michigan.
Onboard gameday festivities
Passengers are encouraged to wear their team colors, as the ferry hosts a gameday party with special food, drinks and themed activities. The ship offers entertainment and comfortable seating, allowing fans to start their gameday experience early.
Travel and game day timeline
The ferry departs from Ludington at 9 a.m. daily, completing the 60-mile trip across Lake Michigan in about four hours to dock in Manitowoc, Wis., at noon local time. From Manitowoc, Lambeau Field is a 45-minute drive, allowing ample time before the 4:25 p.m. kickoff.
How to plan your trip
Find the ferry’s schedule here, check fares here, and book a trip here. Get tickets to the game here.
Historic vessel
The S.S. Badger is a historically significant ship, recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 2016. The 1953 vessel is the last operating coal-fired passenger steamer in the United States. It originally transported railcars.
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