Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Suddenly -- the boats are back

A flotilla of lakers entered the port at noon -- making for a packed harbor today

Streaming Camera disruption

I appologise for the signal failure on the streaming cameras. Apparently they hit a limit on viewers that needed to be changed. Should be good now.

Ice Jam

Boats stuck in ice outside Duluth this morning

Mackinaw arrival - CSL Assiniboine departure 4/30/2014

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Summer Drift!

Although it seems summer is far off, actually it is only a few weeks away. Soon, the salties will be anchored off shore and Wednesday Night sailboat races will be in full swing.  Hang in there, at least the mesquites aren't out yet.
Federal Elbe


Monday, April 28, 2014

Lake Superior Ice

A year ago in April, heavy east winds pushed lake ice into 15ft piles at the end of the piers.  This image was taken of the Arthur M Anderson as it pushed through the ice after the storms.
Arthur M Anderson April 2013

Friday, April 25, 2014

Great Republic loading at Two Harbors

Sporting a fancy new paint job, the Great Republic loaded taconite overnight at the CN Docks in Two Harbors and is on it's way down lake.
Great Republic


Duluth Harbor Boat Traffic for Thursday 4/24/2014

Paul R. Tregurtha arrived at 04:25
Lee A. Tregurtha arrived at 06:00
American Integrity arrived at 10:15
Paul R. Tregurtha departed at 15:00
Roger Blough depart at 18:00
Great Republic departed at 18:10