We made it to Fogo Island and we paddled here! This was one of the big moments we hoped for on this trip but of course, was highly weather dependent. We had an early start so we could cross the Fogo ferry service corridor before the first ferry left. We got there at a perfect time and 20 minutes of dedicated paddling had our out of the way of the big ferries.

We crossed to the middle of the Dog Islands group and then made way to Burnt/ Handy Harbour Island. We climbed to the highest point (no surprise there) and got a look at the rest of our crossing. Conditions looked good so after a snack, we set off in the direction of the Western Indian Island.

After a hardy chat with a Stephen Bown from Fredericton, NL who was at his cabin-he was a bit surprised to see kayakers. He’s a gardener so we lamented meadow voles and slugs. After lunch, we began our crossing of the Stag Harbour Tickle. With a bit of SW wind pushing us, we were over in no time so much do that we decided to continue down the coast to Little Seldom.

That same breeze that got us here made cooking a challenge so I got inventive with beach finds to cook dinner. After dinner, after Fraser Carpenter let folks in Little Seldom know we were here. Brandon Collins came down for a visit and brought us a treat.

We had a grand yarn about much. I was really interested to learn about Brandon’s vocation as a fish processor. I learned about the long hours of work required during the fishing season. I thought how some of the lyrics of I’s the B’y focus on the importance of getting the fish. We’ve seen many folks out participating in the recreational food fishery on our route and knowing that all fish caught need to be processed.

Tomorrow’s weather looks good so I’m off to plan that paddle. Good night.

We are conducting this expedition as RCGS Expedition Grantees and we thank the society for their support!