Yesterday, Thursday, we left St. Ignace and headed to DeTour Village. We left about12:30 and figured we'd arrive at our destination about 6ish. Welllllll... that didn't happen. We pulled in about 8:30.
The wind was nothing like it was predicted to be... not the direction or the speed. We did sail and even got to 6 knots of boat speed at one point. But that was about all there was. It made for a very long day.
So here we are at DeTour, getting ready to head into Canada. We spoke to a couple who travel the North Channel all the time and they gave us very good information about places to see and what to be cautious about.
Here at DeTour they have an armed sloop on display. Her name is Welcome and she is an exact replica of a ship built in the 18th century here in the Mackinaw Straits area. She was a British ship and used in the war of 1812. I've attached a picture of Skip standing next to the Welcome.
I'm also attaching a picture of the DeTour Reef Lighthouse. It's real a magnificent structure. An interesting fact about this lighthouse is that you can apply to be a lighthouse keeper for the day. It requires that you spend the night and give tours! Hey David, did you sign up yet?
And one last picture of Skip standing next to the US Customs and Border Patrol boat that came in last night. Notice the four 300hp engines on the transom in back. The little pontoon boat will flat fly over the water!
So everyone will know, I will continue to write the blog but I may not have service in Canada to publish it. So if you don't see a blog for a bit, they may all hit at the same time. If you need us for anything, call Skip's phone.
We miss everyone so much and wish you were all here with us. I am continually amazed at God magnificent creation. Simply beautiful!
Love and Blessings,
Margo and Skip
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