USS Semmes DDG-18

USS Semmes DDG-18
2025 Reunion
Bay City, Michigan
September 14-19, 2025

Our host Hotel for the 2025 Semmes Reunion will be at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bay City - Riverfront

ROOM RATES: $166 - Two queen, City view or, $177 - Two queen, River view (includes state and local taxes).
Free parking, WIFI and breakfast vouchers are included.

ROOM RATE AND AVAILABILITY CUTOFF DATE IS: August 24
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY
To book your group rate for USS Semmes DDG18 Reunion click here
Your credit card to hold your reservation will not be charged until check-in.
Hotel Reservations: 1-989-891-6000
Be sure to tell them your reservation is for the USS Semmes reunion. Have your credit card ready.

Reunion Registration Fees
Registration cutoff date is: August 14

Shipmate $50
Spouse or Guest $50
Additional Guests $50
Your registration and event checks will be mailed to:
Ken Rodenhouse
13090 Pinewood
Gowen, Michigan. 49326

Reunion Event Information
Event Registration cutoff date is: August 14
All participants will receive t-shirts this year (unisex sizes, aka men's).

If you have any questions about the reunion, please email DENNIS MCELHONE at semmes2025@gmail.com.

Monday, September 15, (11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Saginaw River Cruise and Lunch
$70 per person
Up the Saginaw River and out into Lake Huron. Naval and Michigan points of interest on the cruise.
Lunch menu to be determined. Beverages with meal. Cash bar available.

Tuesday, September 16, (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
USS Edson DD-946 at the Saginaw Valley Ship Museum / Bay County Historical Society
$45 per person
(Part 1 (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.): USS Edson DD-946 at the Saginaw Valley Ship Museum
***Carpooling to site. Volunteer drivers needed TBD at reunion***
Ship tour, guided tours are available. Flag ceremony onboard. Museum. Lunch in the mess hall included
Part 2 (2:00-4:00 p.m.): Bay County Historical Society
Historical presentation on the US Navy and Bay City, Nautical exhibit, and a brief ceremony.

Wednesday, September 17, (9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant MI
$40 per person
Participants will receive a prefilled voucher card with $20 in gambling credits, $10 in bingo credits, and a $10 towards food.
*The Casino needs the following information submitted 10 days in advance to make up your voucher card:
First and Last Name, Address and Date of Birth. This information should match your driver license.
(NOTE:Â Includes transportation with snacks/beverages on the bus)

Thursday, September 18, (9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Brewery and Winery, and downtown Caseville (quaint tourist town)
$55 per person
(Lunch at the Thumbs Brewery at your own expense.
Wine Sampling at Dizzy Daisies Winery at your own expense. Walk out to the vineyard. September is harvesting time.
(NOTE:Â Includes transportation with snacks/beverages on the bus)

Thursday September 18, (6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.)
Farewell Dinner Buffet with Cash Bar
DoubleTree's Davidson Rooms 1&2
$55 per person
Dress will be business casual.

MENU:
   Three entrÃ©e buffet style dinner to be determined, including
   salad, vegetables, bread, desserts and beverages. *
   * Based on availability. Individuals with special dietary needs please contact reunion chairman directly for special meals.