Lighthouse

The Lighthouse
July 31, 2009

Scattered throughout the Great Lakes waterways, their rivers and tributaries are a multitude of lighthouses many of which present wonderful photo opportunities. At one time the lighthouses, many of them still operational, guided water vessels safely home. During the daylight hours they serve as a landmark to guide the way. During the dark they also guide the way and warn of danger. The best way to really enjoy lighthouses is from the water. It's where you will see them the way they were intended to be seen.

It's interesting to hear boaters talk. On our way to Lexington State Dock we were told to watch for the silver water tower. When that came into site start moving towards shore then in the distance there would be the entrance to the harbour. So even on the lake for that trip we navigated by tall landmarks. Crossing the lakes is a different story where navigation is strictly by compass and the first time crossing is rather daunting because the only thing you see is water speckled with the occasional boat. There is a feeling of relief spotting the first signs of land!

This lighthouse is north of the Blue Water Bridge spanning between Sarnia, Ontario and Port Huron, Michigan. It is on the west shore of Lake Huron north of the bridge. The house portion is new and as lighthouses go this is a rather small lighthouse so likely used as a warning beacon for approaching the St. Clair River.

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