Bluenose II by stownsend

Bluenose II

While we were in Nova Scotia we felt a little blessed whenever we saw the Bluenose II. She is a lovely replica of Bluenose, a racing ship and fishing vessel launched in 1921. Bluenose II was built in 1963 and according to Louise, is now preparing for a complete refit, remodel and redo!

We continued to see Bluenose II in our travels that year. We watched her in Gloucester, Maine at the Schooner Races and then were surprised to see her docked in Norfolk, VA on our way back up the coast months later. The crew of the Bluenose II were very helpful when we rescued the drowning victim while in Lunenburg. She is a very special lady and important in our lives!
Bluenose is gorgeous!! Beautiful, beautiful shot!!
May 28th, 2010  
She's gorgeous! I love the old schooners. I got my husband a sunset sail on the Adirondack here on the Hudson a few years ago as an anniversary gift, and when we visited Portland we took a sail on Bagheera. It's just amazing to be on deck aboard these stunning pieces of history.
May 28th, 2010  
You had such an adventure, Suzie! Wow! Beautiful picture.
May 29th, 2010  
It's a never-ending thrill to encounter the Bluenose II in full sail! We've had the pleasure of sailing on her twice, in the company of friends. I'll ferret out any updated information I can, but what you wrote is what I know for the present.

It could be added that this schooner is so revered by Canadians, it's image is on the dime. (It's been on a postage stamp as well.)
May 29th, 2010  
And - it is on my husband's shirt!!
May 29th, 2010  
LOL...Yes, In Lunenburg there's a whole store dedicated to Bluenose merchandise!

You're thinking of the walking trail at the base of the cemetary before you cross the main road. I've walked that many times, but it's more enclosed by brush and trees in some parts. By continuing across the main road, we walk along (first peninsula, I think it's called) (yes) http://365daysintheyear.shutterfly.com/1122 and it's a constant view to the water. We seldom have to step aside for a car, but it's not as popular as the walking trail where we often passed others out walking, too.
May 29th, 2010  
This picture is so lovely, the colours are so well captured. Love it when there are bits of fluffy cloud in the sky... sighhh
May 29th, 2010  
Really nice boat and photo.
May 29th, 2010  
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