Fantastic video and background music. I really enjoy watching the big ships like this as they move around the Great Lakes in and out of Duluth and going through the Soo Locks. They are such a vital part of our way of life meeting the necessities of life. Smooth sailing and fair winds to all.
@sporty1701
2 жыл бұрын
Eighteen years ago, I traveled a very long way to the Eisenhower Lock at Massena, NY. On a beautiful summer afternoon, I watched the Thalassa Desgagnes (sold off the lakes several years ago) pass through the lock, upbound. Other than her horn, the entire process was very quiet. I stood less than 10 yards from the stern as she rose in the lock, and the only sound was the subtle rumble of the diesels well below deck. The next afternoon, I was at lock #7, Welland Canal. I had arrived just as the Algosteel was approaching the lock, downbound. I stood by, again less than 50 away, as she slid slowly into the lock. The only sound...the soft rumble of her diesels and the light splashing of her prop. 40 minutes later, the huge gates opened, she sounded her horn and moved out of the lock. It was extremely hot that afternoon, but I wasn't going anywhere...it was Christmas Day in the middle of August! Luck was with me that steamy day...as the Algosteel moved farther away, into the picture came the Algomarine, she is upbound and act 2 of this amazing show is about to begin. I remember being concerned that I might not have enough film for my camera...yes, film (2004). During the next hour, I again watched as this giant ship moved into position and rose quickly to eventually tower over me. And again, the only sounds were the faint rumble of her huge Sulzer diesels and her glorious horn upon departure. I was more than a little sad, several years ago, when I learned Algomarine had been sold for scrap. Two years later, Algosteel would meet the same fate. It's taken me awhile to get to my point...the subtle sounds of this industry are incredible! Every year, millions of tons of iron ore, grain, coal, gravel, stone, cement and salt are very quietly moved across the lakes. Only the occasional horn blast as a reminder this is happening. Another season is starting and, ever so quietly, these giant vessels will go about the business of keeping America running...as they've been doing (quietly) for more than 100 years. God bless.
@michaelshea5622
2 жыл бұрын
I'm a land lubber but the big freighters have always held a great fascination with me and maximum respect for the men who sail on them. Especially the lake ships. I don't think it would have been a good source of employment for me, but I do understand the affection men have for their vessels. To quote Captain James Kirk, "Nothing is more important than my ship". May our Lord grant you fair weather, gentlemen.
@robhay57
Жыл бұрын
A really nice solid view of all these beautiful ships. I've been watching them from the webcam on the Maritime Museum Tower but it's too far away for a good view. Loved seeing my special-to-me ship, Wilfred Sykes. Thank you! Subbed!
@papabits5721
2 жыл бұрын
The birds look like CG, great work
@dailyshot7864
2 жыл бұрын
Sturgeon Bay Shipyard? Is that a ice racing track in the first shot?
@Howoldareweanywayyipes
2 жыл бұрын
wow. those ships are packed in there good.
@charleshaynes8052
2 жыл бұрын
QUESTION: On the large steamers wit it's bridge on the aft, well what is that tiny housing on it's fore? Might it be a lookout?? I've loved ships since boyhood and though I'm use to seeing the Gulf of Mexico, I have a great interest in the "Laker ships" of the Great lakes as well!
@papabits5721
2 жыл бұрын
All of the Great lakes fleet is up for sale, you own a piece of history and purchase the Anderson.
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