Nice cruising day today Ludington to Muskegon. Began following the Badger out of the harbor. Over 50 fishing boats again this morning. Mostly calm and crystal clear. Watched the migrating monarchs again all day. The dogs have definitely settled in to cruising. Dinged my left wing working on the swim platform so I am a one armed bandit for hopefully just a day or two. Hartshorn marina in Muskegon is a little marina back in the lake a few miles. Antelope shish ka bob's on the grill tonight - the original fast food.
I  don't know if they fished all night or just got up early but the harbor was full again this morning.

History of the Mannitowoc to Ludington ferries.

Badger on it's way to Wisconsin.

Lots if fishing - didn't see much catching.

Chasing the Badger.

If the seas are  calm - so are the dogs.

More dunes with UTV's or jeeps.

Picturesque.

Little Sable point lighthouse.

Muskegon.

Muskegon inner wall light.

Submarine museum.

Downtown Muskegon.

 

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Unknown said…
Sounds like you're doing well. Will keep up with interest. John from C dock, Ashland Marina
September 1, 2021 at 4:13 PM
Looping with the Chequamegon Ark said…
VJ John - good hear from you. Enjoy every day!
September 1, 2021 at 5:22 PM
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