We slept in and did some boat chores, then launched the dinghy to explore the Navy Island group of the Thousand Islands ( Mulcaster where we are docked is part of this island group).
The major islands in this section of the Canadian St Lawrence are grouped into Lake Fleet, Navy and Admiralty Islands. The Lake Fleet islands are named for important ships in Canadian History. The Navy Islands are named for the captains of those ships and, of course, the Admiralty Islands for the Admirals. Most of the rest of the islands names are based on their shape or an owner of the island.
After our dinghy ride, we prepared to leave the dock and head out into Middle Channel and headed south about 10 miles to the Admiralty group, where we will anchor for the night.
Along the way we passed the Lake Fleet group, but were warned that navigating between these islands with a boat our size can be tricky. So, maybe next year. We also passed the town of Ganaoque, Ontario.
Further south we encountered the Admiralty group of islands. We came in behind Beaurivage Island and anchored with 5 sailboats, one of which was Council Flats which we met in Cape Vincent and was so helpful with info about the Thousand Islands. Once we settled in we set off to explore the islands by dinghy and walk the trails on Beaurivage Island.
The Admiralty Islands has many more small rock islands among the larger islands. Had to be careful to negotiate around all the rocks. In our dinghy travels, we tucked into Half Moon Bay on Lindsay Island , where there is a cove with high granite walls. Boater come here to attend church service which is offered twice a week during the summer. Boaters tie up to the rings along the cove’s tall granite walls to participate. There is a prominent rock which is used as a lectern for the presiding minister. Unfortunately we came about the right time but wrong day to participate in the service.
We then docked at Beaurivage Island. Beaurivage is part of the Parks Canada system. It has multiple small docks around the island, many of which were filled with houseboats and families enjoying the island. There are 8 campsites, lots of picnic tables and composting toilets in the one restroom facility on the island. We enjoyed walking the trails and viewing the scenery as we hiked around the island. We even met a Canadian from Quebec that wants to do the Loop!
After our full day, we had dinner and relaxed and watched the sun set.
Drone shots of Beaurivage and Admiralty Islands.
