Hey, Bones: Sorry you can't join us. Have fun on your boat in Duluth or at Vermillion. Vermillion is a big, beautiful lake I haven't seen in a long time. You're right on about Lady Superior's moods. I've sailed and kayaked the Apostles many times over the last 25 years but wouldn't dare become complacent about the risks. As you, Steven and Tim suggest, It's key to have a prepared boat and crew, watch the weather closely, stay flexible and have fall-back options ready. On more than one occasion I've seen the lake turn from calm to "whipping" almost instantly. Take care, Gordon On Jul 24, 2008, at 2:54 AM, bownez@juno.com wrote:
Gordon,
Thanks for taking the reins on the Apostle trip, If I didn't have a full September booked, I'd be hoping on the bandwagon. I will be up in Duluth the week of August 18th. I plan to haul my M17 out of hibernation, give her a bath, and either head up to Lake Vermillion, or slip in Duluth and sail around the bay area. It will depend upon weather and business commitments. My wife Nancy and I are headed to the twin ports of Duluth-Superior for the tall ship festival Aug 1st. Three big square riggers are coming in and we will tour them all. Then off with another couple to sail their Island Packet 37 for a few days. One note on the Apostles, keep your schedule VERY flexible. Stockton may be only 15 NM from Bayfield but when mighty Superior decides to throw a tantrum, you don't want to be her whipping boy. The 22 group of islands is truly lovely, and all Monty folks should sail them sometime.
Have a blast.
Bones
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