Launched in April of 1989, The current Valley Gem Stern Wheeler has been providing relaxing daily cruises, Saturday dinner cruises, and special occasion excursions for 20 years. Owned and operated by captain J.J. Sands and his wife Katie, The Valley Gem plies the Ohio River from May through October. The boat is perfect for weddings, receptions, reunions and meetings while offering a place where people can relax and enjoy spectacular scenery, riverboat hospitality, and each other.

Person Interviewed: J. J. Sands
Title: Captain / Owner
Date: May thru October
Hours: Daily Tours 2:30pm to 4:00pm / Saturday dinner cruise 5:00pm to 7:00pm / Special cruises also available
Location: Wood County, West Virginia
Address: 123 Strecker Hill Marirtta, OH 45750
Phone: (740) 373-7862
Reservations: Not required for daily cruise, required for dinner cruise
Website: www.valleygemsternwheeler.com
EMail: valleygem@gmail.com

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