As we were nearing the mid-point of our Trent-Severn Canal trip through the province of Ontario near Peterborough, we sort of rolled over something firm on the bottom of the canal. Then a thud which sounded like one of the props hit it too. It did. So we have been in a holding pattern at the Peterborough Marina since Tuesday and it looks like our departure will not be until Friday at the earliest. The delay is caused by the time required to arrange for divers to go under the boat and pull the damaged prop and replace it with one of our spares. They are busy this time of year since it is when most props get damaged in these shallow waters.
I'll have pictures by Friday or Saturday so you can see exactly what happened. Meanwhile, we are planning our time to do some projects on the boat. The weather has been quite rainy the past three days so we are ready for some sunshine.
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Who could have guessed there would be a boulder in the middle of the canal! Dad, you've had a lot of good training in roadside (now shore-side) problem-solving... do you have a boat version of Jimmy Attwater? Where would we be without Jimmy?!!! We are praying that you are restored to 100% soon.
much love,
Sara
I'm sorry to hear that that rock jumped up from the middle of the canal and hit your boat. I'm sure it's a lesson in patience to have to coordinate a deep diving team to fix your prop(s).
I pray for you when I think of you! It's been a hoot following you through this blog.
Scott Miller
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