We woke up early in anticipation of what was ahead - THE HARVEY LOCK and THE INDUSTRIAL LOCK. I was on pins and needles as I have never been through a lock and although I have read quite a bit about it, it's different doing it yourself. We were both very quiet on the way and then we entered the Harvey Canal. I've never seen so much industry in my life. The barge traffic and all the work going on as you enter the Canal is unbelievable! We finally got to the entrance of the lock and had to wait a considerable amount of time. A tug called Mr. Cass called us and said we could tie up to him while we waited. I've attached a photo of the huge ship exiting the lock. They were very helpful and explained everything to expect and as a result we followed Mr. Cass through the Harvey Lock and all the way to the Industrial Canal when we were once again on our own. Once we entered the Mississippi River we had to avoid hugh logs and debris floating all around us but it was also exciting to see the City of New Orleans. We hit almost 10 1/2 knots going down the river. After entering the Industrial Lock, it was more stress going through lift bridges and railroad bridges. Needless to say, we were thrilled when we arrived at the marina.
Huge ship exiting Harvey Lock
Scenery along waterway
Man on jet ski in intercoastal
Mr. Cass
Harvey Lock - Too cute!
St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square
Bye-bye old fridge
Mike actually cleaning
Today we had a new refrigerator installed and were able to go grocery shopping again! We arrived here at a good time as there is a big music festival going on in the French Quarter all week-end so of course we have to go. Our next stop is Rabbit Island and we should be heading out Monday morning.
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