Regionally speaking, Andrew, along with
Roderick and Nancy, could be said to sail in maritime waters.
In the maritime province of Nova Scotia, though, I caught up with Atlantic Towing Limited tugboats Atlantic Oak,
Atlantic Cedar,
Atlantic Fir, and
Atlantic Elm. Given their extensive fleet, it seems I need to make my way back here. Other than returning in October, I’m not sure when that will happen, but now it’s a goal.
Seeing the Canso Strait, first hand and after being introduced to it by my friend Jack Ronalds, satisfied a curiosity.
Behold Spitzer Bedford, Spitzer Montreal, and Point Chebucto.
All photos, any errors, WVD.
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May 25, 2023 at 8:19 pm
calvin fowx
Wondering if you follow Glenn Raymo.
May 26, 2023 at 4:00 am
tugster
I do, and I know him well . . .
May 26, 2023 at 5:49 am
calvin fowx
I enjoy both blogs. Kind of keeps me rooted to the Hudson and Rhinecliff! Thank you for your daily posts.🍻
May 27, 2023 at 10:33 am
George Schneider
Among Atlantic Towing’s fleet you’ll find IRVING HAZELNUT, the oldest. You might recognize her as a former Army T-boat. She was T-435, built in 1953 for the Army by Higgins in New Orleans. She was among those in reserve at Southampton and was sold in 1973. They bought two others, IRVING WALNUT and IRVING CHESTNUT. Maybe you’ll see evidence of them next time you’re up there.
May 28, 2023 at 2:27 am
Arthur C Hamilton
When admiring the Tugs of the Canadian Maritimes, I recall one of the best books on their history. The Serpents Coil by Farley Mowatt.
If you had not read it, pick it up. Im going to add it to my list to read again.
It covers the maritimes, and more, during hurricane season.