Kingston to Cape Vincent

Not a very exciting day.  Caught the 10:00 am bridge and proceeded out to Lake Ontario.  Winds were 12 – 15 and waves 2 – 3 feet.  The admiral was not impressed.  We had been advised to stop at Cape Vincent to clear customs and get our cruising pass.  A good thing the Kingston Marina manager gave me good directions, as there are no signs or indication of where to dock when arriving by boat.  We found the town dock (verified after we had landed) and walked over to the customs.  There he asked us if we had the reporting system number.  When I said no; I was told when I picked up the nexus pass that it did not apply to us; he just went hmmm.  I said I would like the cruising pass and was advised it is normal to call ahead.  In the end everything turned out well and we have our pass and are tied snuggly to the town wall.  You can’t beat the price, free.

Cape Vincent town square

 We had emptied the boat of all fruits and vegetables and our packaged meats to make sure that we were completely legal. He didn’t ask any questions at all and did not come aboard to check!! Guess we were lucky with our agent.

Cape Vincent is a quaint small town. There is a ferry that runs from Wolfe Island to here. However at this time of year, very quiet. 4 restaurants all closed. Two Art galleries, closed.  A few bars, closed. And a nice little market where we got a few supplies.

Tomorrow a 40 mile run over Lake Ontario to Oswego and the beginning of the Erie Canal.

Town centre