The Summer Fun Ride operated by the Bay Area Transportation Authority (BATA) has returned for another season.

The Summer Fun Ride makes four round trips daily between Leland and Northport via Lake Leelanau, Suttons Bay, Peshawbestown and Omena, and is designed to give residents and visitors an easy and affordable way to access marinas, beaches, restaurants, shopping districts and jobs.

The Summer Fun Ride service will continue through Labor Day and costs $2 each way for adults, and $1 for senior citizens, children 12 and under accompanied by an adult, and persons with disabilities. Passengers can flag down a bus or request a stop at any safe point along the route, or catch the Summer Fun Ride at any of the following locations:

• Leland and Northport marinas.

• Post office in Omena.

• Leelanau Sands Casino in Peshawbestown.

• Suttons Bay Laundry.

• Suttons Bay Library.

• NJ’s Grocery in Lake Leelanau.

The Summer Fun Ride also make weekday connections to Traverse City and other BATA services through the Village Connector Northport route, with a free transfer in Suttons Bay.

Route schedules for the Summer Fun Ride will be included on posters and brochures displayed in Leelanau County villages being served. For a complete schedule or more information, call BATA at 941-2324 or visit www.bata.net.