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Book Synopsis: Imagine visiting the cities of New York City, Chicago, St Louis, Mobile, and Fort Lauderdale, all on the same trip, and all in your own boat. That’s not impossible, that’s the Great Loop! This 6,000-mile boating adventure is made possible by connecting oceans, rivers, bays, and lakes with canals and locks. Many boaters do this trip every year. Maybe you can too. This book describes the steps that author Doug Sanderson took to do the Great Loop. You will follow Doug through the yacht brokerages as he searches for the right boat. After the purchase of his boat “Slow Bells”, he becomes immersed in various boat improvement projects as he moves aboard and gets ready for his Great Loop adventure. Early shakedown cruises to Albermarle Sound, Lake Champlain, and the Intracoastal Waterway give a taste of adventures to come. Finally, after a winter on the Georgia coast, Doug’s own Great Loop adventure begins.
In this book, you will read about the marshlands of the East Coast, the protected anchorages and open ocean between Norfolk and New York City, and the Erie and Oswego Canal systems. Then it is north into Canada to explore the Trent Severn Waterway and beautiful Georgian Bay. Back in the USA, Doug will take you through the trials and tribulations of Lake Michigan, then through the steel and glass canyon of downtown Chicago into the Illinois, Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee river systems. From Mobile on the Gulf Coast, you will journey past everything from high-rise condominiums to egrets and alligators as Doug and Slow Bells head back to the Atlantic Coast. Who knows, this book may be the first step toward your own Great Loop adventure.Details
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with "Slow Bells on the Great Loop"! Join author Doug Sanderson as he takes you on a thrilling journey through oceans, rivers, bays, and lakes on his 6,000-mile boating expedition. Experience the excitement of visiting iconic cities like New York City, Chicago, St Louis, Mobile, and Fort Lauderdale - all from the comfort of your own boat.
Discover the process of finding the perfect vessel for your Great Loop voyage as Doug shares his experiences in yacht brokerages and boat improvement projects aboard "Slow Bells". Get a glimpse of the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife along the East Coast, Trent Severn Waterway, Lake Michigan, and beyond. Whether you're an experienced boater or a novice adventurer, this book is a must-read for anyone dreaming of exploring the Great Loop.
Are you ready to set sail on a once-in-a-lifetime journey? Order your copy of "Slow Bells on the Great Loop" today and let the adventure begin!
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