We are thoroughly enjoying the bikes. Yesterday, a sailboat sailed across the north channel from Bath. They tied to the public dock for a picnic lunch. As we were untying the bicyclettes, buddy asked if we'd been to the local beaches. We said "no". He gave us directions to their preferred beach. 5 miles away, all flat terrain. Well, we pedaled and pedaled. And yes, there were hills. I cursed the fellow. No water in line of sight. Liar! With the mid day sun beating down on us, we kept pedaling determined to experience this beach. We were chased by dogs, dodged snakes and frogs along with the occasional bug. And finally we reached the water... only to realize that we were in Amherst Bay, an all to familiar anchorage. Yes, it is a beautiful beach. As it is exposed to the open lake, whenever the winds are favourable we head to this bay.
There's a shallow ledge that connects Amherst Island to Nut Island. With water up to the knees or so, one can wade across the 1 km ledge. It's a must when anchored in Amherst Bay.
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| The shallow ledge to Nut Island |
Why is it that a trip to an unknown destination take so long?
