This is an awesome ride!! This Canal is a series of lakes joined by man-made canals and 8-12 foot locks. If the height to be raised is greater than this, then 3 or 4 locks are combined as a "stair case" or "step locks". You're raised a short distance in one, then at the top of that lock you proceed directly in the the next chamber, and continue the same way to the top. These locks are operated by hand - summer jobs for high school kids.
The 0830 lock opening awaits. Hopefully, will have wifi again soon to expand on above and update you with photos.
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I wonder how long you will have that smile pasted on your faces, I don't think you guys will ever be the same!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat Trip, we are really glad for you.
Pep
Happy Canada Day. I know you'll enjoy having Doug aboard, enjoy! Hope those high school kids are working the locks on other canals...I can still dream,can't I!? XXOO....C
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you are having a ball. Happy boating!
ReplyDeleteI just love that freakin boat .. she looks so nice in the water .. You guys are the Lock Masters .. You could teach class !!! Ha .. Dr told me he put some extra floatation in me before he sewed me up .. Ha .. I can float like a bobber .. Have fun .. T.I.
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