Lucky Loopers 2017

[CAPTCRUNCH]

Email from the NY canal system [emphasis added]:
"Notice to Mariners
New York State Canal System - 2017 Navigation Season
March 21, 2017

Mariners are advised that, conditions permitting, all portions of the New York State Canal System are scheduled to open Friday, May 19, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. for the 2017 navigation season.

Additionally, in commemoration of the bicentennial of the start of Erie Canal construction in 1817, there will be no tolls or fees for recreational use of the Canal System in 2017."

 

[JamesTXSD]

The Erie Canal (well, the entire New York Canal System) is a wonderful summer cruising area! This, in combination with the free parks and waterways from Canada may make those waterways a bit busier, but will buy several nice meals out with the $$ savings.

The Erie Canal is a relatively under-utilized treasure!

 

[lone ranger]

Hey all,we were hoping to cruise up the hudson from nyc sometime this summer,anyone else looking to do this that we might follow along with.?