We left Buffalo to Tonawanda, where we sat last September for a couple of weeks waiting to hear the demise of the Erie Canal. It's exciting to start the Canal and see what it's really like! I think from the pictures posted a couple days ago you get the idea of what we see: farms, homes, bridges, orchards, llhama farms and lush green fields and trees. Birds are singing, ducks and geese are floating along with their babies. Occasionally we meet an oncoming boat, but not often. Quiet, serene - like Mark said 'a Disney movie expecting the blue birds to come land on our shoulders and sing a song' ...oh boy.
Our first stop was Gasport where we tied on a wall next to a park. We mosied on the next morning to Middleport where again we tied up along a wall but then decided to go a bit further to Medina. Medina is a small city working hard to revitalize their town and Canal front. It's a treat to have power, water and restrooms all at one place along the Canal! I walked downtown into some shops and people were friendly - walked into The English Rose Tea Shop meeting the owner, Cindy. While chatting I asked if she knew anything about a Veterinarian and how far away one might be. Chester had developed a small lump on his knee that was sore and bothering him. She said 'oh, my husband is the Vet', asked what was wrong & called him. Next thing we are in her vehicle on our way to the Vet! And that is the home-town-friendliness of Medina. And Chester is fine.
On to Brockport - Welcomed by a tall, red brick old building with "Ivory Soap...It Floats" on the side! Shops, restaurants, ice cream. Mark road his bike around to see if he could find a propane fill station. He came back about 30 minutes later, boarded the boat and made the quiet comment of 'I'm gonna die' followed by a little heavy breathing.
Spencerport came next. Ah, the Tops Supermarket is 2 blocks away! We replenished grocery supplies. People are very friendly. Each time we have docked along a canal wall with grassy areas, benches, picnic tables and paved walkway. Lots of hi's, where you headed, where you from, dog walkers. Chester has become an escape artist when he sees another dog, not good but soon to be corrected!
Next stop is Fairport where we are as I write. Lots of people out across the canal getting ice cream. We both enjoy seeing families walking along. Good chance of weather coming in tonight and tomorrow so may just sit here for another day.
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