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October 21, 2023 catch-up
The post narrates a blogger’s journey from Cairo to Paducah, featuring interesting sights along the way such as the Olmstead Lock, eagles, various sceneries, dining experiences with friends, and a notable woman living in her canoe. The blogger also shares a glimpse of their coffee table book through photos of the journey’s highlights and curiosities.
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October 20, 2023 catch-up
The author describes meeting a content houseboat owner in Alton and his heavenly home with unobstructed sunset views. Afterward, she recounts her visit to Kimmswick, MO, enjoying a meal at The Blue Owl and discovering the small town’s quaint shops and upcoming event. Her journey continues to Kaskaskia Lock and Little River Diversion, where the…
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Travel Day Oct. 29, 23 (Columbus, MS to Tombigbee Ox Bow anchorage) Travel day #21
Scott and his crew are journeying from Columbus, MS to Tombigbee Oxbow anchorage on October 28, 2023. They will pass three locks during a nearly 11-hour route, leaving two more locks for future travel. They also have potential alternative anchorages due to possible delays at locks. The day’s forecast indicates mild southern winds and a…
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Travel day # 20 stats
On October 29, 2023, Scott and a group traveled from Fulton to Columbus, MS, alongside five other boats. They planned their journey together and are set to leave Demopolis, AL, on November 1 due to insurance constraints. Their journey, including travel times and distance, locking schedules, and fueling strategy, went nearly as planned, despite a…
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October 19, 2023 catch-up
Rita and Scott continue their journey, staying two nights in Alton, IL. They experience their first floating marina and enjoy the hospitality and friendliness of locals. Their navigational challenge involves dealing with locks which terrify Rita, but they successfully manage. They arrive in Hoppie’s, Imperial, MO, having left the Illinois River for the Mississippi River…
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October 18, 2023 catch-up
Rita has safely arrived at Green Turtle Bay and plans to relax for a few days. She extends her wishes for safe travels to others who are relocating and expresses a strong sense of gratitude, urging others to both give and receive blessings.
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Travel Day Oct. 28, 23 Fulton, MS to Columbus, MS Travel Day #20
Scott, the captain, and his crew are set to travel from Fulton to Columbus, MS on October 28, 2023, expecting a 9.5-hour journey with four locks and covering 59.7 miles. They plan to utilize 30 gallons of fuel. However, they are aware of certain hazards including submerged stumps and locks along the route. The expected…
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Travel day #19 stats
On October 27, 2023, Scott narrates a pleasant travel day from Luka, MS, starting at 7:45 am instead of the planned 8:15 am, due to efficient use of free pump-outs. They managed to maneuver through three locks, with added passengers at each stop. The trip ended earlier than expected at 3:25 pm, with an average…
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October 14, 2023 catch-up
Rita Kuchie’s to Grafton This is actually a two day trip. It continues to blow my mind how slow boat travel can be. We’ve had this boat 6 years, and I still can’t wrap my mind around this pace. Patience – a virtue I strive to practice better. Anyhow, we will go from Kuchie’s to…
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Travel day Oct. 27, 23 Luka, MS to Fulton, AL Travel day #19
So I forgot to do this post and am doing while enroute on my phone. Safe Harbor Aqua Yacht was necessary. I have had some issues with my starboard engine starting hard and with my throttle on the same side. Repressurizing the hydronic tank, tightening up some linkage fixed the throttle issue. I had a…
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