We decided to travel together with Jim and Christine so after calling the first lock of the day and having the go ahead we headed out at 7.45 am. Erica had got up in the middle of the night and watched a few of the big barges go through.The tall tow boats pushing the barges had powerful headlights so they could clearly see the way ahead. The park was quiet , no activity , thankfully.
First lock was ready for us and we were quickly through.
Jim was still operating on his starboard engine only. The canal was wide and depths good.
These new lock was also clear so we breezed through that one. About seven miles before the last lock,
Jim and Christine pealed off at the SpringHarbor Marina .They were staying there to get there problems dealt with. We moved n , telephoned the 3rd lock for the day and yes it was clear again!
We later found out from the lock master the river current normally 1 mph is currently 3 to 4 mph so many of the tow barges are not operating. Also some boats are advised not travel if the current is too strong.
Great for us! Came into the Heritage Harbor Marina.
It was nice and sheltered and calm. Jeremy the dock master was excellent helping us with fuel and then our slip.Curtesy Car and Bikes here. No laundry however as advertised!
Met a couple who are also loopers , Jim and Terri.Suggested we met together.
Had drinks at the pool and then dinner together at the Red Dog restaurant on site.We enjoyed a couple of hours on the verandah chatting and enjoying each other's company.Plenty of rain forecast
And in fact we just made it back to our boats before the heavens opened.
Early to bed,
Over and out.
E and G
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