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Moor $tuff 2012-08-09 14:44:00

Thursday, August 9, 2012

82°31.457’ W

43°16.167’ N

Lexington State Dock

Lexington, Michigan

Our good luck with the weather has run out! Small craft warnings with possible gale force winds have been forecast. Wave height predictions could see 15 footers. What this means to us is we will weather out the inclement weather lashed to a dock in Lexington, Michigan!

My best guess is we will be here three or four days before the bad weather breaks and lets us move north.

Moor $tuff 2012-08-09 14:44:00

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

82°31.457’ W

43°16.167’ N

Lexington State Dock

Lexington, Michigan



View from our slip at
 Belle Maer Harbor



Leaving Belle Maer Harbor



Our goal today was to reach the port of Port Huron. The weather was clear and wave height was reasonable. Our problem today was, we were slowed by the 6 mph current until entering Lake Huron. Once in the wide open lake our speed returned and we pushed on for an additional 20 miles.



Ferries crossing



Ship’s we waited for



On the way we saw fuel for $4.06 a gallon and thought it a mistake but it wasn’t so stopped and topped off. We were told that as soon as the fuel truck arrived the price would be raised to what ever he had to pay plus markup.





When we entered the main river we were met by two ships that crossed directly in front of us. Considering how big they were I laid back and watched them pass in review.

Industry along St. Clair River



Boat house





We made another 65 miles today and wonder when the weather will turn on us. The weather predictions are not good for the rest of the week so ——- stay tuned!

 

Homes along St. Clair River

Entrance into Port Huron

Blue Water bridge connecting
USA and Canada

Lake Huron

Entering Lexington State Harbor

Barb and I took time to walk into the town and enjoy a pizza. What we saw was an all American small town that was fun to visit.

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July 16, 2012 – We are finally free to use Arcadia II

Way back in April, I proudly reported that we’d bought Arcadia II. I haven’t posted anything since because, until very recently, we have not been able to use her.We bought the boat for use in the Pacific Northwest and don’t expect to bri…

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