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Tawas and Bay City to home…

The Flint Power Squadron, along with the Saginaw Power Squadron, planned a Rendezvous in Tawas Municipal Harbor. We did not plan to attend, but our run home, landed us in Tawas for the Rendezvous. We were pleased to find some friends and make some new …

Presque Isle….as Rick Perry said…oops….

There is a reason to post ASAP. It is easy to become confused traveling port to port. The lighthouse you saw in the Cheboygan writeup is really in Presque Isle. Note that in your head.This is the old lighthouse in Presque Isle. The lighthouse…

Cheboygan – great stop…except for the cost of repairs!

Cheboygan is the home of the Coast Guard ship, Mackinaw. The Mackinaw brings up the rear on the Port Huron Mackinac Race.  As we entered the Cheboygan River, we passed the Mackinaw, with the guys on board.We were also looking for our friends, who …

Mackinac Island – haven’t missed a year in….30 years?

The day was long. Originally the plan was to cruise to Drummond Island so Bama Belle could check in.  On Crawdad, we both have Nexus cards, so a phone call is all we need. Once on the water, we were able to call Mackinac and were pleased to find o…

Meldrum Bay, a favorite.

Jim and I love Meldrum Bay. The marina is a friendly place and the only restaurant in town (maybe it’s a small village) is wonderful! A couple from California bought the Meldrum Bay Inn sight unseen and have created a friendly, welcoming Inn and a rest…

Gore Bay – out of jail card!

Sun’s up and the wind is….where? Hallelujah! We are off to Meldrum Bay, another of our favorite spots. Bama Belle is with us and we expect a much quieter day. (Hope!!!)Sailing School. Looks like a couple of ruffians. My kind of boys!Gore Bay is descr…

Benjamin Island – not to be missed on any year.

One of our favorites – have anchored here three years in a row. Won’t miss the Benjamins next year either!The rock formations at the Benjamins differ from many other areas. The smooth stones are expansive and easy to climb.Charlie and Lori Bama Belle a…

Kagawong, Bridal Falls, what fun!

Charlie Crawford from Bama Belle was a great companion boat on our Loop. We met in Marco Island and cruised together to the Keys. Bama Belle was with us for a month at Marathon Marina and Boat Yard. Good times! Charlie cruised to the Bahamas and then u…

Covered Portage Cove – the Ultimate in beauty!

A few miles from Killarney, there are a plethora of anchorages, but Covered Portage Cove is one of the most beautiful sights we have seen in our travels on Georgian Bay and Little Current. The stone wall reflects in the pool and depending on the angle …

Killarney, lovely every time!

Charming and remote Killarney lies between two small islands. Water flows from east to west or visa versa, depending on the wind direction. In between are two major marinas, Sportsman’s Cove and Killarney Mountain Lodge along with various other family …