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Thursday, October 13,
2016: The Dynamic Duo of Mark and Paula cruised along the Mississippi
River between La Crosse, Wisconsin, and Winona, Minnesota. Barges loaded with grain from Minnesota are a common site as they head south to St. Louis and New Orleans. |
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river is also home to many riverboats, sometimes called paddleboats. A fun
ride in the summertime. |
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Fishermen were plying the waters just below the
lock and dam near Dresbach, Minnesota. |
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The La Crosse Queen was in the lock on its way upstream.
The lock raised her up about five feet that day. |
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Off she went, up the river. Wood-fired steam-powered
boats of this type were gambling casinos in years past. Lots of history on
"old man river." |
Quote of the day:
Reminds me of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Fin. Mark
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Questions, Comments? Email Mark Persons teki@mwpersons.com |
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