BLUENOSE ll

BLUENOSE ll

Our beautiful beloved Bluenose ll, a very important part of our Canadian Heritage, just as symbolic to us as the Maple Leaf and the Beaver. She has been photographed by millions and is proudly displayed on our Canadian dime, from a photo taken by the famous photographer Wallace MacAskill, native of St Peter's, NS. Recently rebuilt at a very costly price to the Nova Scotians, she is a magnificent Schooner, no longer used for trade but for touring and for the enjoyment of the people.

We were blessed with a close encounter with this vessel on July 16, 2016. The day could of not been more perfect. Calm seas and just a glorious summer early afternoon. We waited for her just out of Maskells Harbour. Watched her coming out of Baddeck, NS. She had a great party of Canadian war vessels keeping her company that day, all coming out of the St Andrews Channel. Three vessels, one of them the Warrior Summerside. I guess their mission for that day, was to show off the Bluenose ll to their crew and do just as we did, have a little photography session. 

We sailed to her starboard side, while some of the crew and guests were having a great of a time, jumping off her deck and pulpit, for what I presume was a very refreshing swim. 

JP had a short talk on our VHF radio with the Captain, Phillip Watson, while I was having some FaceTime with our daughter and two of our grand children from Alberta. A totaly cool experience for all of us, including the captain. He thought it was "Awesome" too.

I have compiled my favourite photos of the day. The last one, was captured through the opening of the Grand Narrows Bridge.

 Enjoy!