Category Archives: Looping

June 26, 2015 – Lock 20 to Brewerton, NY

Posted on July 6, 2015 by mvalwayshome

Good morning, Campers!!  We went straight to bed after enjoying the country music performance at the pavilion across the river.   This morning is a glorious morning!!  The sky’s reflection in the water is spectacular. Today’s journey is to go … Continue reading →

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June 25, 2015 – From St. Johnsville to Utica, NY

Posted on July 5, 2015 by mvalwayshome

We got a late start off the dock this morning.  We decided to get a pump out.  The dock master has a portable unit that he takes from one boat to another.  Pretty slick.  We had to wait our turn. … Continue reading →

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June 24, 2015 – Onward to St. Johnsville, NY

Posted on July 2, 2015 by mvalwayshome

Yippee!  The Erie Canal is open again!  Time to shake the dust off our engines and go west.  We will be going through 5 locks today.  Going UP all the way. We didn’t leave too early since the first lock … Continue reading →

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June 19 – 24, 2015 – Will be in Amersterdam, NY for 6 nights

Posted on June 27, 2015 by mvalwayshome

An interesting view from the top of the pedestrian walkway by the River Link Park.  Early morning mist down the Erie Canal.  Looks like the Smoky Mountains! Then we got this notice from the New York Canal via email: (https://wwwapps.canals.ny.gov/news/notices/ntm.aspx?id=555) … Continue reading →

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June 18, 2015 – Schenectady, NY to Amersterdam, NY – Locks 8 – 10

Posted on June 26, 2015 by mvalwayshome

Before we even had our first sip of coffee, folks were already out enjoying the Erie Canal / Mohawk River.  I think it is a hoot that the coach is yelling at the rowers when he is driving a motor boat. … Continue reading →

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