After sleeping for almost twelve hours, we were up and ready to tackle another hot day. Fortunately, today we only have one lock and when we reach Peterborough we are going to rest for at least one extra day. Again today we follow Summer Star's lead.
When approaching locks on the Trent-Severn Waterway one does not hail the lockmaster as we did in the States. If the locks doors are open, then we may proceed ahead into the lock. If the lock doors are closed, then we take a spot on the “blue line” and tie off until the lock is ready for us. The “blue line” is a blue painted line on one of the two lock walls at each end of the lock. The lock wall without the blue line is where boats tie off to spend time at the lock. By securing at this location, it lets the lockmaster know that they do not desire a lock through at this time. As we approached our only lock, it was in service so we took our spot on the blue line to await our turn. As you can see, when the water is being drained from the lock it comes out quite turbulently.
Our travels today took us through rustic areas filled with cottages and summer homes. I am not sure what kind of bird’s nest this is, but we have seen two bald eagles and several large hawks today. 
We knew we were near Peterborough as soon as we saw the giant fountain in the middle of the harbor. We have heard very nice things about the town of Peterborough so this is a great place to rest and explore for a couple of days.
Hours on the water: 5.5
Nautical miles traveled: 33.7
Number of bridges to be opened: 0
Time spent waiting at bridge: 0
Number of locks: 1
Next Destination: Lakefield
What we are listening to: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Lesson for the day: Mark needs to slow down and rest
Obligatory knitting report: Started a pair of socks for me
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