Vermilion
August 25, 2010
We pushed off from Edgewater Yacht Club Tuesday, August 24 at 1 p.m., heading to Vermilion. The lake was choppy, with about four-foot waves, until turning into the Black River. Vermilion is a quaint, beautiful town, with homes and private docks lining the river. The people we met couldn't have been friendlier. We first pulled into a dock at the wrong marina, only to find friendly neighbors who told us the dock master just down the river was expecting a 42' boat from Edgewater. My error! It gave us a little bit of extra experience docking, and made Rob sweat just a tad more! When tying up at the correct dock, we were immediately told about a couple, whose boat was just a few slips down from us, who had completed the loop. We then met Dan and Judy Kernell, who shared some stories and advice. Tips shared were: first and foremost, take your time and have fun; get bicycles; and get a shotgun (Marc, if we get one, it's not becuase of them... but because of you!). They also suggested we go to dinner at a local pub called Rudy's, which we did. After a good night's rest, well, as good as it gets with trains going by every 10 minutes, we woke up to a beautiful sunrise, walked around town, and headed toward Put In Bay.
Quote of the day: At 8 ½ knots, Key West is a long way from here!
What we learned: Hold on tight!
Who we met: Tom and Brian at Vermilion Boat Club; Dan and July Kernell, fellow loopers.
JUST GLAD YOU GOT THE HELL OUT OF CLEVELAND. THE BON VOYAGE MEALS WERE KILLING ME. ARE THE SHOTGUNS FOR FISH FOWL OR HUMANS? FORGET ABOUT KEY WEST, THE OVER UNDER ON YOU GUYS IS CHICAGO. FOR JUST ROB IT IS ST LOUIS AND DEBBY HAS ALREADY EXCEEDED THE OVER. KEEP THE BLOG FLOWING AND ENJOY YOURSELVES. WE MISS YOU ALREADY.
ReplyDeletefunny stuff!!!! I made it through Put In Bay... so if there are any more over-unders, I'd vote on the over!!!! xoxo
ReplyDeleteOooo - I'm thrilled you guys are on your way. Vermilion is a favorite spot for a quick get away for Robert and I. However, we travel on land and we aren't nearly as cute as you two! So Debbie, I have two questions as you begin your journey, "Will you be able to plug in your hairdryer, and will you have the proper light to apply your make-up?" LOL! No - really!
ReplyDelete“Sometimes God calms the storm. At other times, He calms the sailor. And sometimes He makes us swim.”
By the way, "dgutz" is me, Dianne Palmer!
ReplyDeleteLove to ya both and g'night.
p.s. - Edit my first comment to "Robert and me," not "Robert and I." Do you know any good proof readers?
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the educational portion of your day...our boating term for the day is "Flake" while you may jump to conclusions and immediately think of Rob...you'd be nautically incorrect..
ReplyDeleteFlake - In order to keep the anchor chain of a ship in good condition, the chain would be laid out up and down the deck (flaked) in order to locate and replace any worn or weak links. The term is still in use, as the captain will often instruct the crew to flake out the anchor line in preparation for anchoring. The anchor line is looped on deck in such a way that it does not become fouled (tangled) when the anchor is dropped.
Stayed tuned for more tidbits, quips and quotes..Be well Love Stew
Thanks for your comments! Dianne, YES there are outlets and the flat iron is working great!!!!! Stew, thanks for the educational information... keep it coming!!! xoxo
ReplyDeleteLove the updates..hope you find time to keep us "in the loop" with your travels and experiences. If Mackinaw Island is in the list of things to do rents bikes (if the old man can handle it) or a carriage ride to the top of the island. There is a tavern/restaurant there with a 10 pin manual bowling alley just for fun. If not the fudge is always good at Mackinaw. Stay Well, Have a Happy and Safe Labor Day
ReplyDeleteHello my nautical friends. Yo, ho, ho and a bottle of rum. Oh geez, I've lost my mind. I've been thinking of you guys today. It rained here and I wondered what kind of weather you've been experiencing? What's the farthest from land you'll ever be? I'm not sure I realized what a fantastic adventure you're on. The experience of a lifetime. Wonderful. "Land was created to provide a place for boats to visit." Sent with love and good wishes on this Friday, September 3, 2010.
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