Moving down the Canal, September 7, 2012

Yesterday morning, before we left Lockport, we crossed the lift bridge to the other side of the canal and went for a walk on the old tow path. The paths were used by the mules and horses to pull the barges along the canal. The State of New York is now maintaining a path on the north side if the canal as a walking, running, biking trail. It is crushed stone and makes a nice surface.




This couple told us they are riding the entire length. As we motored down the canal, we saw them numerous times. They would pass us, apparently stop for a break, and then pass us again. Laurie and I talked about how after we complete this adventure, we would like to come back to New York and ride the tandem down the tow path.




We traveled 42 miles yesterday, from Lockport to Brockport. Brockport has gone out of it's way to be welcoming to boaters. This picture shows the welcome center, which is staffed by volunteers. A very nice man met us at the dock and helped us tie up and then got us registered and gave us a brief orientation to the area. The building has a small laundry, boater's lounge and free wifi. There is water and electric hookup at the dock and nice bathrooms. All for $12 per night.

Today we plan to go about 32 miles to the town of Fairport.

We are really enjoying the canal and seeing it at a leisurely pace.

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Location:Brockport, NY