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April 13

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

OMG! What a great experience for my first expedition on the new boat. ‘Wandering Canuck Too’ has become both my home and new favourite! I left the marina at Penton Hook on the Thames, at 0800h on Monday, April 11, … Continue reading →

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April 8

Posted on April 8, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

So, hurry up and wait. Hmmm. I’ve moved aboard, and all the hassles of moving, I’m sure you can identify with.. And now the big news:I’ve sold the narrowboat, so no going back… I’m excited- there are no regrets, but … Continue reading →

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March 18

Posted on March 19, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

I know, it has again been some time since I posted. Well, winter means much less excitement in the cruising world for me. I find it somewhat difficult and un-fun to attempt to deal with wet ropes in thick wet, … Continue reading →

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Feb 20

Posted on February 20, 2016 by Ed Mortimer

I know- I haven’t posted for quite a while. Here is the news. I traveled over Christmas back to Canada to visit family and friends. Then, back to Britain, and a month of careful shopping for a different boat. I … Continue reading →

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Dec 14

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Ed Mortimer

Ive spent the last 5 weeks trying to learn the bell-ringing methods of Bob Doubles, and Grandsire Doubles. I think I’m making progress, and thanks to all those of the Daventry Branch of the Peterborough Guild, who have cajoled, led … Continue reading →

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Nov 6

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Ed Mortimer

Well, I thought that, having said I was finished with my main objectives, that I would show what I’ve accomplished. Oven the 2.5 years (approx) of cruising, I’ve cruised and explored all of the green highlighted waterways. I’ve missed a … Continue reading →

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Oct 1

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Ed Mortimer

PPFOTM. This is the Mortimer thing. More to post, but later… I’m off to Hampton Court Palace today, I hope.

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Sept 20

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Ed Mortimer

The Thames (continued) What a week. Not too much boating travel, but a very large amount of boat stuff! Contradiction? Nope: I moved my boat about 6km total, but saw so much in terms of boat knowledge growth (and refurbishment!). … Continue reading →

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August 1

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Ed Mortimer

From Thorne, we cruised to Barnby Dun, where Pat and Kerry met a former student from their experience in China some 18 years ago. An interesting experience for all. We visited a local museum/manor house in Doncaster, and then returned … Continue reading →

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May 27

Posted on May 27, 2015 by Ed Mortimer

Bedford. We made it all the way to Bedford, and have thoroughly enjoyed the River Great Ouse. Wildlife, blossoms, lots of things to see along the low bank river: we’ve had a great journey. I rang last night in Great … Continue reading →

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