We start from Castleton to 10hrs to enjoy the beginning of the updraft and achieve the new dock in Albany before the current was too violent. The only problem is that the famous pier in question is conspicuous by its absence. So no visit to the capital of the state of New York.
It therefore continues to our first lock, (federal, free and therefore not part of the package of 2 days) but as we approach the dam backed by the lock, the current slows the boat, barely, 4 kN!
The lock will go smoothly, slides allow us to spend our moorings and set up a dozen feet gently. We drop anchor at the dock
Waterford City. The''local'' make a big effort to attract tourism river. The dock is free, electricity and water too. We leave a deposit (refundable) of $ 5 for a key giving access to toilet and shower. As a bonus, free internet site!
A ten minute walk, a very nice grocery store really offer us everything and a little later, a second grocery (Price Chopper) offers us the best price but with a wider selection in the style USA, 1970 ... Like most
the cities of Hudson Valley, who flourished during the construction of the Erie and Champlain Canal and then the two lines of railway along the banks of the Hudson, Waterford has collapsed but now, thanks to a renovation of city centers and channels, it goes (very slowly) the coast. But the city still has a long way to go, they certainly deserve a mention for the effort.
This weekend,''is''Canal Fest, and docks are flooded with onlookers came to see the exhibitors (rather bric a brac) and some country singers, jazz, folk groups, puppeteers, comic stand to benefit Scouts, veterans, etc.. The atmosphere is friendly, and as said before, good will is not lacking.
Photo 1: A "barge" on the Erie Canal ... you can rent it!
Photo 2: The old Erie Canal locks Abandoned
Photo 3: A folk group during the Canal Fest in Waterford
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