Sunday, March 16, 2008

Duluth - Superior

My friend John was hosting a seafood feed, so I voyaged Northward to enjoy some fresh shrimp.  We hung out at the local tavern, a traditional hot spot for sailors and friends.  At one point John and Kate disappeared into the cooler.  We were suspicious, until several of us opened the cooler doors and demanded photos.  John and Kate allowed the photo session, but seemed to be blushing a little.

One of the other guys with a camera was Shawn, the chief engineer on the McCarthy.  He offered me a tour of the ship, and showed me their rebuilding process.

The engine control room.


These engines are very popular in the transportation industry.  Used for a variety of applications, they are made by General Motors and are used extensively on locomotives.  They are known in the business as “EMDs.”

The view from the deck.
A fun weekend - no doubt about it. 
I’m on my way to do a free-lance audio job in Northwestern Minnesota. 
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