We packed up our finished canoe and paddles on May 8th 2015 and drove up to Lake Champlain for the maiden voyage. Friday evening presented a pristine lake and a couple of hours of relaxed enjoyment to let off steam, to paddle to the buoy in the middle of the lake, and revel in the reality of having done what few have accomplished in quite likely 200+ years. We are aware of others that have made such successful strides, but they can easily be counted on one hand. Saturday's carry to the water's edge was one to raise an eyebrow. The wind was strong, the water muddied, with a few white caps visible, we decided to go for it. Whether or not "fortune favors the bold", as custom would have it, offerings were made to the lake for safe passage and off we went. Not only did we have a great time being challenged to do the research, follow historic guidlines, and build the canoe, but now have an outstanding time taking our canoe out whether for pure enjoyment, or as an educational tool and window to the past. We hope that you enjoy seeing it as much as we did experiencing it.


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