We wanted to visit Beaver Island ( don't ask us why) we had never been so this was the opportunity! 1 day is enough. The water was smooth and a very comfortable ride. Yes that is a water snake, they happen to like the marina and the rocks along the shore. No swimming here! We walked through town and enjoyed the history of this little island. The island's unusual history involving a self-proclaimed king and his assassin is revealed in the museum next door to the old Mormon jail. Heading to Harbor Springs next.