The Reason for My Trip Today

And this is the main reason I went down to Detroit today.

I looked at Marine Traffic last night and I saw that the Sykes was coming down.

She was heading to Toledo and I believe that meant she had a load of iron ore.

I think it was 26,000 tons or more but don't quote me on that.  I don't really feel like looking it up right now anyway.

She was definitely loaded as she was riding low in the water.

She was coming down from Marquette.  And I didn't think I'd be able to get this shot in Detroit.  Usually this is further back.

She makes the turn for the rest of the channel.

And I like this angle.

I think she is becoming my favorite.

Especially since it doesn't look good for the Blough.

One more shot with my normal camera.

And then I switched to my drone.  It wasn't too windy when I was taking these pictures.

It's easier taking pictures of downbound ships since I don't have to worry about running into the bridge.

She is getting something from the Westcott.

I like this shot.

I love the blue color of the Detroit River.

The Westcott pulls away.

And heads back to her dock.

The Sykes continues on her way to Toledo.