by import2 | January 16, 2023 | Boatnerd Archives
In 1978, the upbound McKEE SONS, LEON FALK JR, WILLIAM P. SNYDER JR, A.H. FERBERT and CHAMPLAIN became stuck in heavy ice outside Cleveland Harbor. Eventually they were freed with the help of the U.S.C.G. icebreaker NORTHWIND and the U.S.C.G. MARIPOSA. In 1917, the...
by import2 | January 15, 2023 | Boatnerd News
Soo Locks closing for seasonal repair on Sunday The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District announced that the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie will close for seasonal repairs and maintenance on Sunday, Jan. 15. The locks will close to marine traffic at 11:59 p.m....
by import2 | January 15, 2023 | Port Report Archive
Unless where otherwise noted, port and vessel activity from January 14, 2023. Please send future port reports to news@boatnerd.net. Duluth, MN – Superior, WI – Joshua Hebeisen The last of the Twin Ports’ sleeping giants lumbered into the harbor early Saturday...
by import2 | January 15, 2023 | Boatnerd Archives
In 1978, the upbound McKEE SONS, LEON FALK JR, WILLIAM P. SNYDER JR, A.H. FERBERT and CHAMPLAIN became stuck in heavy ice outside Cleveland Harbor. Eventually they were freed with the help of the U.S.C.G. icebreaker NORTHWIND and the U.S.C.G. MARIPOSA. FORT YORK...
by import2 | January 14, 2023 | Boatnerd News
Coast Guard flies out to Great Lakes’ tallest lighthouse to make repairs after storm Northern Lake Michigan – When your lights aren’t working and you are having technical difficulties, you punch in the number of your trusty tech guide or repair person. But when it...