Middle Bass Island: The Island of Flowers

'According to historical account, the first sail craft that ever cruised the island waters anchored off what is now known as Middle Bass, in the latter part of the 17th century. The vessel, bound up the lake, carried a party of French missionaries, among whom was Father Louis Hennesin. Upon this island the missionaries landed, and there conducted the first religious service supposed ever to have been held in the archipelago by representatives of the Christian faith. So delighted with the island and its rich display of floral wealth were these early navigators, that they named it Isle de Fleurs --"Isle of Flowers”.'
It is spring on the Lake Erie's shores and islands, and residents of Lake Erie communities are preparing their gardens for another glorious summer. This has historically been a beautiful part of the country, and it continues to blossom every spring, summer and fall. Explore our lovely state parks, neighborhoods, nature preserves, and lakefront and scenic lakefront and island areas.

Come and enjoy Ohio's Vacation Land! For a list of events visit http://www.myohioislands.com/.

Thank You MiddleBass.org for the quote.
http://www.middlebass2.org/isle_de_fleurs_poem_1898.shtml