Our destination for the day was Phoenix, NY, Larry told us it was a stop worthwhile for the night. Locks #8-1 were fairly simple, the wind only gave us asmall problem in a couple of locks trying to get the boat secure to the wall.
Watched the "Boaty Gras" parade and had fun. Will probably stay here 2 nights so see you net time.............
Immediately after lock #1 is the Phoenix dock. It's a long wall with free docking space for approximately 10 boats. There is 15 amp electric, water and the service of the 'bridge house brats'.Phoenix turned out to be a pretty popular spot, when we arrived there was only one spot available between two boats. Dick pulled in with no problem at all, he made it look so easy. Two cruisers grabbed our lines, and tied us down. Before we could even get off the boat,we were also warmly welcomed by the 'bridge house brats', asking us if we'd like a complimentary drink. Bridge house brats is a summer program run by the town. 
Teens aged 12 and up can apply for the position like a regular job. They offer several services to boaters for a donation. Dick and I could not believe how enthusiastic these youths were in completing their tasks. The ones on duty today were mostly 12 year olds, and we were both impressed with their attitudes and enthusiasm, wherever we walked, we got a warm hi and welcome.
The counsellor came over and explained the 'bridge house brat' program to us and gave us a welcoming package with all the local information. We were told if we needed anything, to let them know and they can get it for us. If we didn't feel like going the 1-4 blocks for dinner, we could sit on the dock and be served by the bridge house brats.
They would take our order, go to the restaurant and serve it. We took advantage of this and had a lovely pizza on the dock. Dick and I both remarked how some restaurants we don't even get a smile, and these young students couldn't do enough.
Teens aged 12 and up can apply for the position like a regular job. They offer several services to boaters for a donation. Dick and I could not believe how enthusiastic these youths were in completing their tasks. The ones on duty today were mostly 12 year olds, and we were both impressed with their attitudes and enthusiasm, wherever we walked, we got a warm hi and welcome.The counsellor came over and explained the 'bridge house brat' program to us and gave us a welcoming package with all the local information. We were told if we needed anything, to let them know and they can get it for us. If we didn't feel like going the 1-4 blocks for dinner, we could sit on the dock and be served by the bridge house brats.
They would take our order, go to the restaurant and serve it. We took advantage of this and had a lovely pizza on the dock. Dick and I both remarked how some restaurants we don't even get a smile, and these young students couldn't do enough.After our lovely dinner of Pizza, salad and a couple of glasses of wine we went over to the small park at the waterfront and grabbed a couple of chairs for an evening of country music. Dick and I even danced a few after he dragged me up. 
Apparently they do this every Friday night and it was delightful. Great timing on our part.
The next morning we parted and started back for Sylvan Beach. Again we had to cross Lake Oneida. Before the lake Dick decided to top off the diesel tanks because in Brewerton there was a marina selling diesel for @2.29 per gallon. So after fueling we started across the lake. It was a little choppy because the wind was coming from the east but the Summer Wind loved that attitude.
She plows through the small waves without blinking. About 2/3rds of the way across it completely calmed down and we made it to Sylvan Beach about 1 in the afternoon. Got there just in time to realize this weekend was the Boati-Gras Festival and the free wall was loaded with all kinds of boats.
Apparently they do this every Friday night and it was delightful. Great timing on our part.The next morning we parted and started back for Sylvan Beach. Again we had to cross Lake Oneida. Before the lake Dick decided to top off the diesel tanks because in Brewerton there was a marina selling diesel for @2.29 per gallon. So after fueling we started across the lake. It was a little choppy because the wind was coming from the east but the Summer Wind loved that attitude.
She plows through the small waves without blinking. About 2/3rds of the way across it completely calmed down and we made it to Sylvan Beach about 1 in the afternoon. Got there just in time to realize this weekend was the Boati-Gras Festival and the free wall was loaded with all kinds of boats. Found one available space in a nice little marina. the last one in the harbor.
Watched the "Boaty Gras" parade and had fun. Will probably stay here 2 nights so see you net time.............
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