Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Minnesota Point Lighthouse History
Located at the end of Park Point in Duluth, the Minnesota Lighthouse ruins are a rich part of the Duluth-Superior maritime history.
This 10 min video introduces you to a memorable relic from the past.
Harbor Break Wall Rebuild
For those interested in the harbor break wall construction near the William A Irvin, here is what the major project look like today.
Thursday, February 22, 2018
Heritage Tug - Edward H
We often see the Heritage tugs hard at work in the harbor, but, often don't get a chance to see these magnificent boats inside.
Today I stopped by for another peek with a 360 camera.
Today I stopped by for another peek with a 360 camera.
Wednesday, February 21, 2018
Tug Bayfield
When viewing the canal cam, you may wonder about the tugboat that is on display in the Marine Museum grounds.
The tug BAYFIELD did much of its work here in Duluth-Superior Harbor for the US Army Corps of Engineers. Its main job was pushing crane barges with dredging equipment mounted on deck, deck barges loaded with rock or scows filled with dredged material.
The tug BAYFIELD was built in 1953 by Roamer Boat Company in Holland, Michigan. She measures 45 feet in length and 13 feet in width. The BAYFIELD is powered by a 170 horsepower diesel engine. The BAYFIELD was retired from active service in 1995 and placed on permanent display here in Canal Park in 1999.
The tug BAYFIELD did much of its work here in Duluth-Superior Harbor for the US Army Corps of Engineers. Its main job was pushing crane barges with dredging equipment mounted on deck, deck barges loaded with rock or scows filled with dredged material.
The tug BAYFIELD was built in 1953 by Roamer Boat Company in Holland, Michigan. She measures 45 feet in length and 13 feet in width. The BAYFIELD is powered by a 170 horsepower diesel engine. The BAYFIELD was retired from active service in 1995 and placed on permanent display here in Canal Park in 1999.
Sunday, February 18, 2018
South Pier Lighthouse
My friend Christian Dalbec took this nice picture of the South Pier Lighthouse.
What a beautiful building.
See more of Christians fantastic photography at: http://www.christiandalbecphotography.com/
What a beautiful building.
See more of Christians fantastic photography at: http://www.christiandalbecphotography.com/
Saturday, February 17, 2018
New Wisconsin Entry Cam
Good News! It is beginning to look likely that we will be able to put up a camera at the Superior Entry.
The timeline for this will be:
1. Complete project planning, get bids on electrical work and compile an equipment list by Mid-March.
2. Start a fundraiser late March.
3. Install and calibrate the camera by May 1st. (all subject to change of course)
We have been dreaming about a camera at the Superior Entry for many years and it may now become feasible because of advances in technology. I plan on one camera looking out at the lake and the lighthouse this year and will see how reliable the signal is since it has to be wirelessly transmitted 7 miles across the harbor. It will also be a test to see if it attract vandalism. A second camera looking back at the harbor can be added later depending on how the first camera performs.
At any rate, I will keep you posted on the developments of our biggest project ever which will be the highlight of 2018 and my focus for the next few months.
Thanks for all the support in the past years and I look forward to another great season of watching boats, people, wildlife and the weather with you.
Den
The timeline for this will be:
1. Complete project planning, get bids on electrical work and compile an equipment list by Mid-March.
2. Start a fundraiser late March.
3. Install and calibrate the camera by May 1st. (all subject to change of course)
We have been dreaming about a camera at the Superior Entry for many years and it may now become feasible because of advances in technology. I plan on one camera looking out at the lake and the lighthouse this year and will see how reliable the signal is since it has to be wirelessly transmitted 7 miles across the harbor. It will also be a test to see if it attract vandalism. A second camera looking back at the harbor can be added later depending on how the first camera performs.
At any rate, I will keep you posted on the developments of our biggest project ever which will be the highlight of 2018 and my focus for the next few months.
Thanks for all the support in the past years and I look forward to another great season of watching boats, people, wildlife and the weather with you.
Den
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