After 2 pleasant days in The Sault, we headed out at dawn to reach the McArthur Lock. Luckily, a Coastguard cutter was in front of us, so we were able to go straight through. The Superior Adventure was about to begin. A fairly long ride out to Whitefish Bay, but we were finally able to put up some sail for a short while, but with iffy winds and choppy seas, had to admit defeat and bring them in and turn on our trusty engine once more. Our plan had been to make it to Sinclair Cove but with waves against us, we pulled in to Batchawana Bay and anchored for the night off Stoney Point. The anchor set well despite the winds which finally settled allowing us to enjoy a pleasant night.
McArthur Lock with Coast Guard cutter in front.
Light house in Whitefish Bay. You can see wind turbines along the shore.
Upped anchor at 0600 the next morning and headed for Michipicoton Island. Seas were almost flat. The freshwater pump decided to cause some problems, so anchored and fixed it. Since we had lost about 300 L of water, we filled up with clear and cold Superior water. It was also a good time to deal with the holding tank - after filling the water tank of course!
Michipicoton has a few fishing huts on it but little else. Lots of loons though. We anchored in the eastern end of Quebec Harbour. Our neighbours were two other trawler type boats - one Canadian and one American. With unsettled weather, we decided to spend two nights. The weather reports change with each update. Rick and I in charge of listening to and deciphering the weather reports. Quite a challenge.
Michipicoton Island
Foggy morning on Michipicoton Island
The guys filled in their time watching Master and Commander, a birthday present for Mike who celebrated his birthday while anchored in Quebec Harbour. Mike and our daughter, Erin, share a birthday. She turned 19. With no cell service, was unable to reach her. I am sure her friends feted her with her first legal drink!
We’re at the 47th latitude here and it stays light until 10 pm. Was able to write in journal by skylight, which also meant the skies were beginning to clear. A good sign for our departure in the morning.
