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by BigMike
Tue Mar 05, 2013 2:17 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: looking for a room to rent for St. Pattys weekend
Replies: 1
Views: 2783

I just released a room at the Erin Motel for Friday and Saturday. Their number is 231-448-2240.
by BigMike
Mon Sep 17, 2012 6:36 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Old Beaver Island Fire Truck For Sale - Plainwell Auction
Replies: 6
Views: 8043

Tom and Joyce were good friends of my Grandma and Grandpa Molenaar in Kalamazoo. I have seen this fire truck in person and it is beautiful. His entire collection was quite amazing to look at. this would be a great acquisition if at all possible.

Mike Verleger
by BigMike
Sun Sep 16, 2012 11:50 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Jackie (Mouse) Martin RIP
Replies: 8
Views: 7600

Very sorry to hear this news.

Mike Verleger
by BigMike
Tue Mar 13, 2012 7:07 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: New BI Ferry
Replies: 74
Views: 63228

http://www.seakeywest.com/fleet.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVPq2--bPDE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=temtWYQNquM Here is some info from the Key West Express that operates from Ft.Myers. I have taken it three times and loved it. I know that it does not carry automobiles, but ride is nice an...
by BigMike
Tue Feb 28, 2012 6:12 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: New BI Ferry
Replies: 74
Views: 63228

I have been looking online at worldwide ship brokerage companies that specialize in used commercial vessels. Has the possibility of a used ferry been talked about? It seems the cost may be substantially lower if the right deal and fit for the island can be found. Just a thought. I had better put my ...
by BigMike
Tue Feb 07, 2012 7:46 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Beaver Island Lodge Rooms For St. Pat's Weekend!
Replies: 2
Views: 3460

Whew! Good to know. Are rates posted? I have a few people interested in making the trip that were out of luck with rooms. Thanks!
by BigMike
Wed Sep 21, 2011 5:41 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Logan McDonough RIP
Replies: 19
Views: 22057

Our thoughts are with your entire family.

Mike and Jennifer Verleger
by BigMike
Sun Nov 28, 2010 7:51 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Marie Connaghan LaFreniere-Doctoring
Replies: 11
Views: 11201

Hope you have a speedy recovery.

Mike and Jennifer Verleger
by BigMike
Wed Nov 10, 2010 4:46 am
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Associated Press story on Beaver Island
Replies: 9
Views: 10084

This story was picked up by both The Morning Sun in Mt.Pleasant and the Kalamazoo Gazette. Very cool!
by BigMike
Thu May 13, 2010 1:42 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Russell Green - Rest In Peace
Replies: 29
Views: 30483

I always enjoyed my time during post-rabbit hunting evenings in Russell's garage with the wood stove. Lots of stories and a few white lies told as the beers were consumed.
by BigMike
Thu May 13, 2010 1:40 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Russell Green R.I.P
Replies: 24
Views: 24143

Jennifer and I would like to pass on our thoughts to Russ's entire family.

Mike and Jennifer Verleger
by BigMike
Thu Mar 11, 2010 8:25 am
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Paddy's Day Quiz
Replies: 8
Views: 8040

A smooth 67% for me. I guessed on about 8 of them. That's OK, I'll take a D+ any day!!
by BigMike
Wed Dec 23, 2009 2:23 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Updated Stoney/Danny's Holiday Schedule...Yes we're open!
Replies: 2
Views: 5291

I'm in! Go Bearcats in the Sugar Bowl!
by BigMike
Wed Dec 23, 2009 2:21 pm
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Eric Hodgson - Doctoring
Replies: 32
Views: 28942

Jen and my thoughts are with you right now.


Mike Verleger
by BigMike
Sat Dec 12, 2009 8:25 am
Forum: Main Beaver Island Open Discussion Forum
Topic: Briar Isabella Peters - Newborn
Replies: 3
Views: 5479

Mike sounded a little tired on the phone yesterday. I told him to get used to it. :lol: