Day 3

Left today at 9:30 hrs, another rainy and cloudy today. We pulled out just right in front of a barge. Good thing, because when we arrived at a lock, we were passed through with no delay. They allowed us to “float” through. (Meaning that we didn’t have to grab the ropes attached to walls) Well, captain Wood thinking he was all that was showing off, and lo and behold, the wind gusts and swings the bow around, and the next thing we know we are heading straight for the lock wall!! So, what does our fearless warrior do?? He does a complete 360-degree circle (or as Candace would say a “cookie”)! I tried to hide so the lockmaster couldn’t identify me! How embarrassing! I think that we are going to request the ropes for awhile… Arrived at the Municipal Marina in LaCrosse. Made dinner on the boat and stayed the night.

Details for the Day:
Depart: 9:30 am
Arrive: 4:30 pm
Distance: 48 miles
Fuel: 75 gal for Day 3-4
Barges: 2
Trains: 3
Bridges: 2
Locks: 4 (5, 5a, 6, 7)
Float through 5 & 5a (donut) No delays


Rain and Fog


Barge!