11
Jun
2009
2009
The Floating Jewels of Muskoka
This launch is named “res ipsa loquitur” or “the thing speaks for itself.”
I am not certain if this beauty is a Greavette, Minett-Shields or some other Muskoka woody. It looks to be about 30 feet long and has the obligatory mother in-laws seat at the stern. This is the first time I have ever seen this majestic launch, perhaps it was being restored these past few years.
I was not able to get a good shot as I was at the helm of my own boat navigating through the channel at Port Sandfield when I saw her. I’m sure we will meet again. (Please click for supersize pic)
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The old, wooden boats certainly conjure up times gone by! What a contrast to the new speed demons!
Don’t you just love these old wooden boats…they have so much character!
I went to a boat show in Mount Dora FL a couple of years ago and there were many of these beauties restored to perfection!
Great shot…looks as though everyone is prepared for the coming boating season!
Cheers
I MISS being there to see these old Beauties elegantly cut through the waters of Muskoka. I love checking out your PICS and cannot wait to be in “MY MUSKOKA” for July and August. Take more PICS and post more often please…