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I guess the wind must have blown water out of the river then?

Does anyone have any info on the Speer? A friend who is at the Soo, told me the Speer has run aground, in the northern part of Whitefish Bay, close to where the Blough ran aground a few years ago.

Darryl is correct. They can control how much water empties into the St. Mary's River at the locks. There are gates that regulate that flow. So most likely Superior would never be allowed to be high enough to overflow the gates at the locks.

The Algoway will be sailing this year, at least according to their Facebook page. The crew is supposed to report in less than two weeks. The engine room crew is already on board, getting her ready.

Thanks for another interesting story Capt. Metz.

Thanks for the story Cap!

Great story Capt. Appreciate it!

Thanks for the story Capt. Metz. Last summer my wife and I visited the museum that holds the Chrysler. Interesting!

I saw that...looks like she might be taking on cargo.

Thanks for the link! Appreciate it.

I've noticed the Cornelia has been on the hook for a week or more outside of Duluth Harbor. Have I missed something? I know last year she was being held there due to some violation of some type. Is she just waiting on further shipping orders? Sorry if this has been discussed previously, if so I ...

I was there early that morning. We were staying at the South Pier Inn. I didn't see the ship coming in. We were awakened by the wind slamming the rain against the window of our room. I have never seen a thunderstorm that severe in my life and I'm 69 years old, a life long resident of Indiana, so I ...

I would doubt they would open early. The down time is for regular maintenance and repairs on the lock system. Not sure the ice, or lack of it, has much to do with the opening.

Great Story Cap, as usual! By the way, I was able to find a copy of your book, "Sea Stories." I enjoyed reading it immensely! I wish more Captains would relate their stories of shipping on the Great Lakes. Thank you for writing it.

Thanks for the stories Cap! I really enjoy them. My wife as well.

Thanks for the info! I do appreciate it!

What areas are good for ship watching in the Port Huron/Sarnia area? I need to stay on the US side of the river. We don't have passports. The wife and I have been thinking of driving up there for a couple of days after Christmas.

I'd like to do a similar trip. We plan to start at the Soo and head to Duluth, traveling as close to the big lake as we can on the way. I'll be interested to hear how your trip went, where you stopped, etc. We won't be doing that until next year.

My wife and I have toured the Valley Camp. Its well worth a person's time to do so. My wife was a bit freaked out being down in the holds, but all in all it is a great experience.

Another interesting story Cap! Thanks!