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Little Toot Award

  

We have a two new classes for Tugfest this year.  One is  the  mini tug class and we only had one entry. The award went to Capt John Harlow with the mini tug "Timmy".  We thank Capt John and his crew for putting on a great show and hope to have some competion for her next year.  You can give her a challenge if you have a mini Tug.  See you next year.  

Capt Bob |10:04 EST |Comments (0)

Heading Home:

  

Well it's all over for another year. We had 19 tugs from 18ft to 136ft participate and Brutus a 10ft mini tug off the Still Watch was in the tug parade. It was a great success. The public loved the tug tours, and there was line ups for Prescotont & Still Watch. We thank all the Captians for letting the public see their tugs. We will be posting pictures of the races as well as other events as they come in. If you have a shot that we can use send it to us on this site under photo's. Here are two shots of the Prescotont & Still Watch leaving for home.

 

Capt Bob |09:10 EST |Comments (0)

Events Maps

  

These are the maps for the light parade, colour parade and races. There are manny vantage points  where you can enjoy these events. The tugs will be running to (Deep Water Point) starting at (Busty Shoal) for the races, anywhere on the trail will give you a good veiw.  The light parade on Friday will begin from the harbour and go out as far as the salt dock then return to the dock. Hope you enjoy Tugfest 2006, thanks for your interest Capt Bob.

Capt Bob |00:19 EST |Comments (0)

Lady Marion in Town

John & Marion Glasgow arrived today with the Lady Marion I. They will be running her in the low power event on Saturday Aug 26th. Tugfest 2006 will begin Friday Aug 25th with the parade of lights at 9.00 from the town dock.  There are several places along the trail or from the town dock to see this event. I hope to see a good turn out Capt Bob.

Capt Bob |00:13 EST |Comments (1)

Baleen:

Capt Joe Algrove,  will be here  with the fish tug Baleen. Joe has done an excellent job on the interior of this vessel. Come and visit with Joe  at Tugfest Aug 25th 26th he will be glad to show you around.  This converted fish tug was built for comfort.  

Capt Bob |08:40 EST |Comments (0)

Russel Brothers?

If you have a Russel Brothers Tug - or would like to get the history on them - Steve Briggs can help. Steve will be at Tugfest 2006 and will be more then happy to answer your questions on this topic. Check out his web site, http://russelbrothers.com Ask for steve at the town dock Aug 25th & 26th.

Capt Bob |17:40 EST |Comments (0)

Parade of Lights

  

The Parade of Lights, always a popular event with the spectators, will begin in Parry Sound Harbour at 9pm. Here are two shots from 2005, a lot of effort will go into  this event as you can see. A labour of love for the tug crews.

Capt Bob |18:12 EST |Comments (0)

From the North

Tug Reagan & Avery Bay, out of Sault Ste Marie will attend the 2006 tugfest. They will  compete in the high power event.

Capt Bob |08:08 EST |Comments (0)

Almost Here

Tugfest 2006 is fast approaching. If you have a tug and would like to get in on the action - now is the time to register. If you just want to come and watch the event, go to festival faq for all the dates and times. If you are coming by boat and need to book a slip, contact us and we can arrange it. The light parade is on Friday Aug 25th starting at 21:00 (9:00 PM). You will not be disappointed with this event. See you at the dock! Capt Bob.

Capt Bob |17:23 EST |Comments (0)

Aerial View

  

Here are some aerial views taken in 2005. This is another way to enjoy tugfest, Georigan Bay Airways will take you on a tour of the islands -and you can get some great shots of the event as well.

Capt Bob |08:38 EST |Comments (0)

Tug Mink Isle

  

The Mink Isle will be at Tugfest 2006 to take on all comers in the High Power Event! Capt. Bob Parr has been twigging with her all winter. No doubt he has polished the prop, for the extra half knot. Come on down to watch the event, August 25th/26th.

Capt Bob |11:39 EST |Comments (0)

Daniel McAllister Rusts Away

  

While in Montreal recently I stumbled upon this sad state. The Daniel McAllister is the oldest and largest historic tugboat in Canada and the second oldest ocean-going tugboat to be preserved in the world. Yet, this artifact is currently rusting in the Old Port of Montreal. I would appreciate any comments on what the planned status is or what should be for this national treasure.

Lighthouse Keeper |15:29 EST |Comments (1)

Hey, we've changed!

If you've been here before, you might notice some significant changes to the tugfest site. Let us know what you think. If you're new to tugfest, browse around and enjoy!

Lighthouse Keeper |14:47 EST |Comments (1)

Electric Tug:

Greenhorn I is an 18' triple screw   electric tug built for canal cruising.  She's not fast but she is VERY quiet, and undeniably cute too. Capt John Hayes will try to bring Greenhorn 1 to tugfest, if time will permit. We hope he can make it the public would love her.

Capt Bob |16:00 EST |Comments (1)

 

 

 

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