John:

I'm planning a similar trip in late August so I too will be interested in the responses to your post. I just bought the book "A Travelers Guide to 116 Western Great Lakes Lighthouses" by Penrose and it seems to have a great deal of information regarding which lights are open to the public and how to find them. Also, I got a free book from the State of Wisconsin titled "Wisconsin 2000 Spring/Summer Event and Recreation Guide" and it has a couple of pages on Lighthouse Tours including companies that offer short cruises . It is available from the State of Wisconsin. You can order it online at www.travelwisconsin.com

Have a great trip. I hope you will post your experiences upon your return for me and others who are planning similar trips.

Larry