We departed Squaw Harbor with smooth seas and misty conditions. A take a deep breath misty morning. With the benefit of local knowledge we maneuvered our way out of Rocky Squaw harbor without incident. Once we were out in the large bay we were relaxed, talking, taking in the morning, cruising down the middle of the bay and we bumped another rock. So we have to be vigilant up here, the rocks are lurking in places not expected. We traveled amongst the fog, tall cliffs, and glassy waters. It gives one a mystical feeling early in the morning. The view is quite unique. Above is blue sunny sky, yet somehow around you at water level is intense fog. The mirror of the water reflects the low lying clouds and looking forward the waters, clouds, and sky all blend together in this confusing mystical presence. Then off in a distance through this mirror of water and mist appears a tall rocky mountain peak. We blast our horn and make our way amongst the Islands and shoals. The fog quickly lifted, the sky totally blue, and it was T shirt weather, almost hot. Just when we were getting used to the sunshine the thunder roars from the West and a storm moves in. This is traveling on Lake Superior.
We arrived in Rossport around 2:00 and have been quite busy tending to all those things a little civilization offers. Charge the batteries, find fresh water (our marina has none), find groceries (we had to find someone to drive us 28 miles round trip). Rossport is a sleepy little town with a couple outfitters and a few very nice B&B's complete with restaurants. We had a nice diner at the Serendipity We depart Rossport tomorrow to travel an even more desolate coast. We have lots of food, will take more water from the lake, and expect at least 4-5 days minimum before civilization for food or fuel. If the weather picks up it will be a bit longer. The slate Islands were highly recommended so we are changing plans and heading there next. Watch the spot..
The crazy thing is this marina has no running water, showers etc. but it has wireless internet. I guess us boaters have our priorities and showers is not one of them. Been a while and we are trying to decide if we'll jump in the lake for our shower. That would be rather cold...
Paul.
Rossport Ontario
