Field Trip #7: Kayak Tour of Lake Geneserath

Description

Lake Geneserath: With depths reaching 55 feet, the lake provides fishing opportunities for species such as bass, northern pike, perch and bluegill, and the lake has been stocked with walleye. Common Loons and other waterfowl nest on this peaceful lake. (Site 20 on the BIBT Map). Several small streams feed into the west shore, and Cable’s Creek connects its east shore with Lake Michigan in the spring. The east side is developed, but the few structures to the west and north are collapsed old cabins from over eighty years ago.

Mark Engelsman: Mark is a multi-talented full time Island resident. A commercial diver, carpenter, and kayak guide for Happy Paddle, which he founded.  Happy Paddle is the Island’s kayak, paddle board and bike outfitter with online rentals and equipment delivery to your location.

Board transportation for this trip at the BIC Center. Kayaks will be made available at the public access site and boat launch on the north arm of the lake.

WoW 2026 T-shirts: After your registration(s) are processed you will receive a discount code good for one free Warblers on the Water T-shirt. You must complete your t-shirt order by May 5. T-shirts will be delivered at the Meet & Greet Kickoff Event Friday evening. One free shirt per participant. Additional T-shirts may be ordered at the BIC Center online store for $20. All orders after May 1 are subject to stock on hand.

Please note our cancellation policy: Cancellations made by 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2026 will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be made for cancellations after that time.