Oh my, this is what we have traveled 3000 miles to experience. In spite of all the cold weather, and the rain, then some rain, and then some more rain, we made it. I have to say, of all the places we have experienced with Rock Chalk, today was a true highlight.
We made it into Ottawa at the foot of their Parliament building, at 12:30 this afternoon. As you look up at the Ottawa skyline you soon capture the beginning locks of the Rideau Canal. It is spectacular.
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| Our approach from the Ottawa River up to the first 8 locks of the Rideau Canal |
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| The Canadian Parliament Building |
It took over 3 hours to negotiate the 8 flights of locks. This is right in the middle of Ottawa and seems to be the main entertainment for the locals and tourists alike. As we approached the first lock, the walls are lined with people checking out the boats as they start their climb. Max and Leo were excited to see all the people checking us out. Max is so much fun as he is always looking for young ladies who just might catch his eye. He has this patented move that only a 13 year old can pull off. First he winks at the young lady, licks his fingers, rubs them over his eyebrows, then turns his fingers into guns. Ka-Pow. I was impressed! Amazingly so are the young girls, who blush and smile.
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| The Rideau Canal |
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| Brothers |
Once on top of the 8 locks the waterway begins its 130 mile journey right in the middle of downtown Ottawa. Their are beautiful government buildings, hotels, museums, and surprisingly a busy city center. All of this is just a few feet above the peaceful canal. We have been here for just a few hours and already there is much to explore.
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