BAY CITY, MI – A beloved Bay City maritime business that has operated for three generations is actively searching for a new owner to take over operations beginning with the 2026 season.

The Fournier and Judd families announced on social media Friday, Sept. 26, they are seeking a successor for Bay City Boat Lines and its iconic vessel, the Princess Wenonah, which offers celebrations, live music, and river tours along the Saginaw River.

“As we plan for the 2026 season and beyond, our family has decided to actively begin the search for a successor who will one day carry Bay City Boat Lines into its next chapter,” the families wrote in a statement.

The owners emphasized their commitment to keeping the business rooted in the local community.

“Bay City Boat Lines and the Princess Wenonah hav

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