"Hauling Limestone" Philip R Clarke arrived in Duluth 05/21/2023

Across Superior's azure swell, 

Moves the Philip R. Clarke, true and well. 

With heart of crew and hull of steel, 

Hauls limestone with a fervent zeal. 

From distant shores to Duluth's bay, 

Guided by the North Star's ray. 

In sunshine or in storm's harsh rhyme, 

A stalwart symbol across time. 

Anchors down as daybreaks light, 

In Duluth bay, a welcome sight, 

Her legend grows with every line, 

In the warm sunshine, 

Clarke does shine. 

Anonymous 

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Inset photo by: Jeff Doty - https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.doty.71

"Big Bad Barker arrived in Duluth, 05/20/2023

With a bellowing horn, the James R Barker made its arrival know with a Master Salute to the delight of a large crowd on a warm and sunny afternoon in Duluth.

"Chip Off the Old Block" Joseph L Block departed Duluth 05/19/2023

Joseph L Block departed Duluth this morning empty.

"The Switch" Candance Elise switching positions 05/15/2023

Candace Elise pushing her barge Robert F Deegan, switches from a pusher to a short tow for all to see.

" Boats in Review" Duluth 05/15/2023

Car Ferry Bayfield, Tug Candace Elise, American Mariner, James R Barker Sailboats, Fishing boats, Saltie UAL Fortitude made their way through the Duluth shipping Canal on a busy day.