The Little Fleet kicks off summer with drinks, food and music

TRAVERSE CITY — The unofficial start to summer usually begins with a few close friends, great food, favorite brews and a bonfire. With its own little twist on this tradition, The Little Fleet’s Summer Launch Party, held on Sunday, surely made it feel like summer had arrived.

Little Fleet owner Gary Jonas partnered with Troy Daily, of Create TC, to fill the outdoor space with food trucks, live music and beer and margarita stations. Daily has led many other local projects, including the TC Ale Trail, TC Cycle Pub and Paddle For Pints.

With a great space and an enthusiasm for local beer and food markets, Jonas and Daily set out to create an amazing start to summer.

“What better way to do it than with music, great summer beer, a margarita bar, food trucks and lots of people?” said Daily.

In the last two years, Little Fleet has become a go-to spot for many locals and tourists. With its parking lot full of food trucks, and its casual bar and outdoor seating, Little Fleet served as the perfec

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