Come and take a ride on Nautical Nature, a 45-passenger enclosed pontoon boat and Moraine State Park’s premier attraction. Enjoy learning about the area’s natural history and osprey reintroduction, while appreciating the unique scenery and wildlife on an exciting trip around Lake Arthur. Boat tours operate on a regular schedule throughout the summer and are open to the public. Tickets are required and can be purchased online or at the Owlet Gift Shop. [ Directions ]
The Nautical Nature boards at the McDanels Boat Launch, adjacent to the Gift Shop. Nautical Nature is handicap accessible. Boat will sail with minimum of 10 passengers. There are limited bathroom facilities onboard, so early arrival is suggested to allow use of modern restroom facilities.
Nautical Nature offers enjoyable brunch and dinner cruises for the public as well as private charters for business meetings, seminars, reunions, and parties. Call us today to schedule your reservation!
Environmental programs are also available aboard the Nautical Nature - great for homeschoolers, scouts and classrooms.
2011 SUMMER CRUISES May 14 - Oct 30
• Saturdays & Sundays 1:00 & 3:00 pm
• Jun - Aug :: Call about Wed afternoon cruises at 3:00 PM or Pizza Party Cruises at 5:00 on Wednesdays
DINING CRUISES
Reservations are required seven days in advance.
Catering by Fairground Market.
• Saturday Dinner Cruises: 5:00 pm
June 4, 18 :: July 2, 16, 30 :: Aug 13, 27 :: Sept 10, 24 :: Every Sat in Oct
• Sunday Brunch Cruises: 11 am
June 5, 19 :: July 3, 17, 31 :: Aug 14, 28 :: Sept 11, 25 :: Oct 2, 9, 16, 23
FALL FOLIAGE CRUISES Sept 10 - Oct 30
Come and observe Western Pennsylvania’s colorful foliage reflected on the lake.
• Saturday & Sunday Fall Foliage Cruises: 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
PIZZA CRUISES Jun - Aug
Wednesday night Pizza Cruises 5:00 PM
MPF has teamed up with Pizza Joe's in Portersville to offer pizza cruises. $25/2 people. Ask about special family pricing. Call for reservations
NCT SHUTTLE: $4 - pickup/drop off at McDanel's Launch and Rt 528 launch. Reservations must be made in advance. Same hours as Summer Cruises. North Country Trail Shuttle is available to groups with reservations. Arrangements may be made to park at McDanel's Launch, get shuttled to the Route 528 Launch, then walk the 9.5 miles back on the North Country Trail
CRUISE RATES - 2011
Cruise only:
• Adult: $10.00
• Senior (over 62): $9.00
• Child: $5.50 (Children 2-12, must be supervised)
• 2 and under FREE
Dinner Cruise: $30.00
Brunch Cruise: $25.00
Box Lunch Cruise: $19.00
Summer cruise and NCT shuttle tickets can be ordered online, or by calling the Gift Shop at 724-368-9185. Tickets for dinner and brunch cruises are available by calling or visiting the Owlet Gift Shop. Mastercard and Visa accepted. Tickets are non-refundable. All Special and Dining Cruises must have paid reservations minimum 1 week prior to event.
PRIVATE CHARTER CRUISES
• Private charters available for business meetings, seminars, reunions and parties.
• Regular charter rates: $300/hr.
• Minimum rental of 1 hour with additional time billed in half hour increments.
• State law prohibits alcohol.
