Well we decided to Loop the Georgian Bay! We were anchored for a few days and it seemed like a good way to spend the month of August. First we stopped in Little Current to reprovision. I think not much is needed as it's never more then a day to a store. Will see if that is true.
Leaving Little Current toward our first stop in Killarney. Killarney is a favorite boaters and outdoor enthusiasts' destination. We met our daughter and played tourists. It was entertaining to sit at the end of the dock and watch the boats go by. It's also fun to walk around and look at the different houses.
On our first night, we had a meal at the Sportsman Inn, the oldest inn in Killarney. The following night, we ate at the newest restaurant. It is in the largest log home in Canada. The Ranch at Canada House is a beautiful place and the food is excellent.
After two nights in Killarney, we left for a few days at the Bad River. It's a beautiful place for dinghy riding and for fishing. We arrived early and after one afternoon of exploring and fishing, we had a nice rest.
The next morning, we left to meet up with friends at Black Bay. Black Bay is the most beautiful place to kayak. It was fun to meet with our old friends Luc and Sylvie. If you've read my previous blog, you will know that we did the Loop with them in 2017-2018.
Our next afternoon, we left toward Britt, Ontario. It is where we originally started our Loop. We followed our friends in, it was like a déjà-vu, following each other in a common destination. Britt has not much to offer, but there are two marinas, a small general store and an ice cream shop. We walked up there and had to wait for the Canada Geese to cross the road.
We also drove a few miles to get some take-out lunch. We saw a bear walking on the side of the road on our way back. Bet you, he would have like my burger and fries.
The next morning, we headed to Brandy's Cove Marina in Honey Harbour. Beautiful ride on the small craft route. It really is a scenic route. Henry is south of Parry Sound. It's a favorite with boaters, pilots and even some daily cruise stop here for the famous fish and chips.
We stopped at a local waterfront restaurant Fin City. A waitress met us on the steps and explained that the restaurant was closing because of the heat. She handed us a take-out. We sat at a picnic table to eat it and they brought us some drinks. WOW, we didn't have to pay for any thing. What a royal treatment we received at Fin City!
We were hesitant to leave the next morning because of the weather forecast. We chanced it after the sky cleared and we decided to go further up to Meaford. We skipped the south basin of Georgian Bay. It is the most populated part of the Bay, and it is a Covid hot spot. At least compared to our little marina. We have also visited that area multiple times.
Meaford is a small rural community right on Georgian Bay. The town marina is modern and in a great shelter. We ordered a part at the local Richardson Marine and it took two days to arrive. It gave me time to explore. We visited a local favorite restaurant, the Leaky Canoe. So good, we went twice. Not really but the restaurant selection within walking distance is slim. I did find some delicious cookies at McGuinty's Cafe. It was on my third walk that last morning, so I figured it was well deserved. Did I mention that there was three thunderstorm in 24 hours?
Three thunderstorm in 24 hours.
Look at these nasty skies.
Big Red Chair
Once our part arrived and it was replaced, we headed west to Owen Sound. Owen Sound has a town dock on the west and east side of the river. There are no services and we needed fuel, so we went to the marina. They have a beautiful office, showers and it is well sheltered from the local boat traffic and the winds.
The next morning we headed for Wiarton. The topography in that part is very unusual and beautiful! It really is worth the ride. The town has a beautiful marina within walking distance to the core. Unfortunately, the streets were in disarray, but we explored it anyways. We found a lovely restaurant with the $2. ice-cream. It is by the water next to the town park and the beach. The statue of Wiarton Willy is there too. Wiarton Willy is famous for prediction the length of the winter.
We continued our adventure the next morning. After we turned outside of the bay into the big open water, we were greeted with large side rollers. We've never seen anything like that before. We trudged along for the nearest anchorage at Croker Point. We spent a long day there. There is a few houses on the shore but no reason to go there.
The next morning we made the decision to turn around and not to make the full Georgian Bay Loop. It would have been nice to do it but the weather wasn't going to cooperate for several days. We have no regrets as tomorrow is another day.. We stopped at Hope Island for an overnight anchorage. It has a very pretty beach. Of course, we didn't swim but it was relaxing.
This is where my blog will end for now. It was fun doing part of Georgian Bay. So much to see and so little time
"When One Chapter Closes, Another One Opens."
