What a day we had. I was so exited to finally travel across the Mackinaw Bridge into the UP.
Our first stop was at Sault Ste. Marie (pronounced soo saint mure'). It is the oldest city in the Midwest. First visited in 1668.
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| T @ Sault Ste Marie |
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| Soo Locks |
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| T enjoying the view of the Soo Locks |
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Soo Locks raise and lower the water level to allow ships to go between Lake Superior and Lake Huron. To see the largest lake in the world
Lake Superior was thrilling. Having grown up on the ocean I was amazed at the Great Lakes. They look like oceans, however they contain fresh water, not salt water. I have now seen all but Lake Ontario.
It takes approximately 10 million gallons of water to raise a boat in the MacArthur Lock 21 feet, it takes about 22 million gallons to raise the level of the Poe Lock by 21 feet.
After spending several hours on the boat going through the locks, we headed to the Tahquamenon Falls (pronounced like phenomenon). The upper falls are the largest falls in Michigan.
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| Lower Tahquemenon Falls |
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| Glo & T @ Upper Tahquemenon Falls |
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| Glo & T having fun |
Hi Glo and T! We caught up with you in Elkhart, IN and since then we've visited Mackinac and the UP and zoomed thru Wisconsin and worked our way into Texas. Now we're in New Mexico heading for Pie Town. We'll be back home in Phoenix by Wednesday. Today is Sat. Aug. 29. Great meeting you. Safe travels!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your travels were safe. We are on our way to Myrtle Beach SC where we will be for at least 3 months. Take care and stay in touch.
ReplyDeleteLoved your books. Going to pass them along to my Mother-in-law.