I'm so sorry you slid down the stairs. When I was growing up my parents owned a Western store that had tough work books. Two types were Wolverine and Redwing. They had good sturdy soles and in some cases were steel toed. I'm not sure how these would work with the water, but you might look them up. I love your attitude and your willingness to try everything. That Chute lock was really cool. Thanks for sharing the drone footage from above. I wasn't sure if you ever shared your first name or not, but I watched other videos on your channel and heard you say "Michael V," so nice to meet you Michael.
Good morning. Thanks for posting at the right time. Just came home from the ER for kidney stones. What a blessing to be alive and able to enjoy your adventures. God bless
Glad you are enjoying our locks! You are travelling with that twin outboard boat, that I've seen a couple times in your videos. I'm very curious what kind of boat that is..... Any idea?
There is really no way to put everything into my videos. I’m pretty consumed with planning, boating, maintenance, making meals, etc. Putting together comprehensive videos would be a full time job for a second person. I am trying my best. Cheers.
. Vessels with only a single stern flag staff and a bow flag staff should only fly the national flag from the stern. If you are boating in the waters of another country you may fly the national flag of that country as a courtesy. In this case the courtesy flag, Canada flag, should replace the burgee forward. Your national flag, US flag, alone on the stern or aftmost area of the cabin top. Never fly the national ensign and the courtesy flag on the same mast because that will be interpreted as a sign of you are challenging the foreign nation's authority and is deemed disrespectful. Just a few pointers I picked up in the RCN after 30 yrs. Grew up near Port Severn, really miss these views, thanks for posting.
The wife and I praying we get to make this trip ..have you kept up with total expenses for your trip just curious on a breakdown of fuel lodging tie ups etc
Yes I have. Using an Excel spreadsheet for every expense. I plan on doing a Q&A video once I get back in the States. Probably around the end of August. Stay tuned.
You know, that is an interesting question which I have asked many, many times with local boaters here in Canada. The response I have gotten from everyone I have asked is “No clue”, or “Don’t think it makes a difference “ eh. From what I can surmise, flag etiquette is a prominent distinction on International and military ships. It really is quite optional on pleasure crafts and up to the owner. I see the skull and crossbones flown on many of pleasure crafts because they think it’s cool, that doesn’t mean they are Pirates. Just my observations.
I'm so sorry you slid down the stairs. When I was growing up my parents owned a Western store that had tough work books. Two types were Wolverine and Redwing. They had good sturdy soles and in some cases were steel toed. I'm not sure how these would work with the water, but you might look them up. I love your attitude and your willingness to try everything. That Chute lock was really cool. Thanks for sharing the drone footage from above. I wasn't sure if you ever shared your first name or not, but I watched other videos on your channel and heard you say "Michael V," so nice to meet you Michael.
The Big Chute is interesting in how they keep the flathead level through the transition.
Be careful man I would not want to miss your videos!
Thanks for watching!
Good morning. Thanks for posting at the right time. Just came home from the ER for kidney stones. What a blessing to be alive and able to enjoy your adventures. God bless
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Holly cow! I hope everything went well.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Crossing the road was pretty cool. Enjoyed seeing it.
Thanks for this.
I had no idea this existed.
You bet! Thanks for watching.
Great episode with so much useful info. We enjoy your very informative videos so very much!
Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.
So nice of you
That was very interesting. Thanks for posting. Looking forward to the next one. Safe travels!
Glad you enjoyed it!
So cool to watch this episode. Thank you for sharing and please be careful out there.
Thank you, I will
That sound is crazy. And definitely sounds initially like a jet then a helicopter. My neighbors are now going to wonder wth I'm doing. LOL
I know, right!
Thanks. That actually answered some questions I had. Safe travels
Glad it was helpful!
Nice video. Continued safe travels.
Thanks!
Great job. Safe travels.
Thank you! Will do!
How was your trip across Lake Simcoe? That's my boating playground. The Big s Chute is awesome. Enjoy and have a safe trip on Georgian Bay.
Simcoe was a little rough. Had to get up on a plane to handle the distance.
Very nice informative video
Thanks a lot
Glad you are enjoying our locks! You are travelling with that twin outboard boat, that I've seen a couple times in your videos. I'm very curious what kind of boat that is..... Any idea?
It’s a brand new Cutwater. Sweet little ride.
You missed Kirkfield, Lake Simcoe, Barrie, Orillia, Lake Couchiching, and the start of the shield at Washago….. will they be on a future video.
There is really no way to put everything into my videos. I’m pretty consumed with planning, boating, maintenance, making meals, etc. Putting together comprehensive videos would be a full time job for a second person. I am trying my best.
Cheers.
I understand but I was waiting to see familiar places from a different person’s perspective.
@@marshallbowen8693 I see, that makes perfect sense. Thanks for understanding.
. Vessels with only a single stern flag staff and a bow flag staff should only fly the national flag from the stern. If you are boating in the waters of another country you may fly the national flag of that country as a courtesy. In this case the courtesy flag, Canada flag, should replace the burgee forward. Your national flag, US flag, alone on the stern or aftmost area of the cabin top. Never fly the national ensign and the courtesy flag on the same mast because that will be interpreted as a sign of you are challenging the foreign nation's authority and is deemed disrespectful. Just a few pointers I picked up in the RCN after 30 yrs. Grew up near Port Severn, really miss these views, thanks for posting.
Thanks for the info.
The wife and I praying we get to make this trip ..have you kept up with total expenses for your trip just curious on a breakdown of fuel lodging tie ups etc
Yes I have. Using an Excel spreadsheet for every expense. I plan on doing a Q&A video once I get back in the States. Probably around the end of August. Stay tuned.
@@MV_Checkmate keep up the great work love the job your doing
Thanks for sharing! Very helpful video and we will be there in a few days! See you down the way🛥👍
Isnt the host country flag supposed to be on top
No, the host country flag should be on its own mast, and fwd of the flag of origin, the home country flag should be flown from the stern of a vessel,
You know, that is an interesting question which I have asked many, many times with local boaters here in Canada. The response I have gotten from everyone I have asked is “No clue”, or “Don’t think it makes a difference “ eh.
From what I can surmise, flag etiquette is a prominent distinction on International and military ships. It really is quite optional on pleasure crafts and up to the owner.
I see the skull and crossbones flown on many of pleasure crafts because they think it’s cool, that doesn’t mean they are Pirates. Just my observations.