The last day of August, 2024 was also the last visit to the Soo Locks for the ship and cadets of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy (GLMA). After a stormy Lake Huron trip overnight, the day dawned bright orange with passing clouds. Cooler temperatures were welcome along with the shimmering sun on the waters of the Lower St. Mary’s River. The day included handing off some treats for the “lock” workers on the way north and concluded with a down bound passage through the locks at sunset.
