Port Whitby Marina to Murray Canal

Sherry Pickett

Winds 8-10kts mostly SW, lake was pretty flat, becoming a little choppy as we approached Presqu’ile. Beautiful sunny day. Decided to push on past Cobourg to the canal before stopping so motor sailed all day to keep our speed up. Always an interesting trip through Presqu’ile Bay as the depth sounder alarms constantly and mostly reads zero due to weeds although you do have to follow the markers closely as it does get very shallow. Stopped at west end of the canal tied up to the concrete wall with one other boat. Met Martin from SV Hooloo who is sailing with two other guys also named Martin from PCWC and they also left from PWM this morning. Beautiful calm night here.

Owen Symington

Excellent trip with motor and sail cooperating Passed by a huge flock of Comorants