Leaving the dock at Canajoharie we had an easy passage through Lock #14. Only had to dodge some of the waterfowl crossing the canal.
The water is flat, calm, and the surroundings just great.
After completing Locks #15 and #16 we came to the impressive Lock #17. This lock is one of two locks in North America where the entrance gate is LIFTED ABOVE the entering boater as opposed to the opening of "barn-like" doors for entry. Once you pass under the dripping door the boat must be secured on the South dock wall due to turblence in the lock when it is filling.
Inside the lock is like being in a walled canyon ... the lift here is just over 40 feet.
The Little Falls Canal Harbor provided a new dock with 50/30 amp electric, water, restrooms/shower, a reception/reading area, and a short walk to town.
Once inside the entrance gate is lowered and you are "trapped" inside waiting for the lock to fill and raise the boat to the top of the lock wall. Hang on to the side and enjoy the ride...
The early morning fog on the canal was caused by the warmer water and the cool night air, upper 40's, with an expected high today in the upper 60's or low 70's. Great sleeping. Passage today is to Ilion, the home of Remington Arms.
Leaving the dock at Canajoharie we had an easy passage through Lock #14. Only had to dodge some of the waterfowl crossing the canal.
The water is flat, calm, and the surroundings just great.
After completing Locks #15 and #16 we came to the impressive Lock #17. This lock is one of two locks in North America where the entrance gate is LIFTED ABOVE the entering boater as opposed to the opening of "barn-like" doors for entry. Once you pass under the dripping door the boat must be secured on the South dock wall due to turblence in the lock when it is filling.
Inside the lock is like being in a walled canyon ... the lift here is just over 40 feet.
The Little Falls Canal Harbor provided a new dock with 50/30 amp electric, water, restrooms/shower, a reception/reading area, and a short walk to town.
Once inside the entrance gate is lowered and you are "trapped" inside waiting for the lock to fill and raise the boat to the top of the lock wall. Hang on to the side and enjoy the ride...
The early morning fog on the canal was caused by the warmer water and the cool night air, upper 40's, with an expected high today in the upper 60's or low 70's. Great sleeping. Passage today is to Ilion, the home of Remington Arms.
Love it - now I can follow you guys around. The pics are great and so is the commentary. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteCharlie and Bonnie - I just got home from the Honduras mission trip early this morning. Now I am all caught up on your blog and pictures. Thanks for allowing us to share the journey with you!
ReplyDeleteBonnie and Charlie,
ReplyDeleteIt was great to see your new pictures and they are great. What an awesome lock. You are in a very beautiful place and I know you are having tons of fun. We miss you very much. We talked to Bonnie on the phone and she was very busy and could not talk very long. She filled us in on some of your experiences. Have fun and keep in touch.
Anne and Johnny