Day 21 French Canals 18 November 2021

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Everybody woke up early this morning. The boat felt warm and cozy but when we ventured outside we discovered a thick blanket of fog. Visibility was less than 300m. We got underway regardless, traveling slowly with extra lookouts.

Pic Emilie working the foredeck in her thermals, wet weather gear and Nicky River Ugg’s from Tassie!

The fog gradually lifted and we were traveling down stream making 7kts. Suddenly just before midday the fog completely dissspeared revealing a beautiful sunny day traveling some beautiful regions of France.

We passed three locks in quick succession with barely a wait, and parked at Conflans Sainte Honorine at 1325, gave the boat a quick tidy and wash down then went to lunch. Today was Beaujolais Nouveau in France, so apparently we had to have a glass of red wine to celebrate. My arm was twisted.

Pic Issy feeding swans next to the berth in Sainte Honorine

We then walked up the hill and found a big park where the kids enjoyed playing on swings and in the autumn leaves. After this we visited Museum Batellerie, with nautical history of the barges and canals.

We then returned to the park until sunset snd made our way back to the boat. Tomorrow we have secured a berth in Paris Arsenal marina!

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Published by Richard Hewson

Richard Hewson is a Tasmania-based ships captain, marine surveyor, and experienced sailor with a lifelong connection to the sea. With experience in project management and vessel commissioning, he has operated and raced a wide range of vessels—from dinghies and Maxi yachts to tankers, icebreakers and research vessels. Richard has competed in major offshore events including the Sydney to Hobart, Fastnet, Middle Sea, and Transatlantic races including the Mini Transat. In 2012, he skippered the winning yacht in the Clipper Round the World Race. He has sailed to every continent and explored all corners of the world from Antarctica to south pacific atols and recently completed a three-year family voyage from the Netherlands to Tasmania. Richard holds a Master Class 1 (unrestricted), RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Engineering (1200kw) and commercial diving certifications, and is an AMSA-accredited marine surveyor. He is also affiliated with the Australasian Institutes of Marine Surveyors and is passionate about all things that float.

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