Re: Anyone here boat at the Lake Erie Islands?
Well, you're going to get some conflicting opinions on that. Some will say your 19-ft open bow isn't Lake Erie-worthy, others will tell you they fish the Western Basin in a 12-ft rowboat.
Personally, I have no problems putting my 20-ft cuddy in at Marblehead and making the run to the islands. . .IF the weather cooperates. SInce you'll be out there vacationing, you run the risk of actually being stuck out on the islands if the wind kicks up for a few days, which is quite possible.
All things being equal, I'd say make yourself a ferry reservation out of Sandusky (Miller). . .that guarantees your boat and your gear arrive dry and safe, and you can spend the week exploring the islands without relying on your boat as your sole transportation.
Just my $0.02, though. I also think you'd be fine making the crossing, maybe with the addition of a bow cover to keep the spray out of your boat.