Day 4 Pittsford

 

I got a different perspective of the canal from aboard the Sam Patch.  The highlight of the trip was a 25 foot lift through Lock 32.

It felt a little strange when the lock closed and the water rushed in.

Another engineering advancement developed for the canal are guard gates, the guillotine looking things.  The gates control the  flow of water in the canal and are used to isolate parts of the canal in case of a break in the walls, high water, or to drain the canal to prevent freezing in the winter.

Back on the bike tomorrow!  Hope the sun shines.