This short documentary celebrates the beginning of The Erie Canal's bicentennial period by taking a brief look at its history, as well as its modern day relevance.
In the winter, my friends and I would ice skate from bushnell basin to pittsford and off to high school at Sutherland. When you got to school, you were wide awake!
@@dalepeto9620the canal is different in different parts of New York. There’s a current, it changes depending on location. Mosquitos are no worst there than most places in New York. Full of fish and swimming is allowed but questionable, in some areas.
Parts of the oldest canal have been filled in for the parking lot of a few busyness near North East Albany along the Mohawk joining with the Hudson. It runs in parts on the North shore of the Mohawk River. There's a dry dock repair ruins and locks as well. I loved the quiet places I explored while I was there. Thanks for the memories..
long time ago my late mom and i took a small cruise ship along the erie canal . many dont think about the erie canal western extenion. we were the first cruise ship into rochester in 50 years and were piped in with cannon fire .
Growing up in New York, its history of manufacturing, industries, food production and delivery, city and town growth are all part of the history of the Erie Canal. Without it, the Northeast cities might not even for the most part have existed or have grown to their stature in trade, finance and the economy. Today, the Erie Canal is being restored for biking and hiking trails, museums and working locks, community use for events and tourism, and historical heritage for future generations. Julie Ann Racino August 2017 A touch in Reflections on community integration in upstate New York (Racino, 2014) or see books at your local historical society or library, including children's and historical.
True. I read there was a pretty big rivalry between people who made their livings hauling freight on the canal ( called Canalers) and RR people. The canaler's had the right of way on the canal and the RR trains would have to wait for the boats to pass through before the swing bridges would close to allow the trains to cross over the canal. This could cause some friction for the waiting trains.
You need to use the song Low bridge, everybody down Low bridge cause we're coming to a town And you'll always know your neighbor And you'll always know your pal If you've ever navigated on the Erie Canal
In the winter, my friends and I would ice skate from bushnell basin to pittsford and off to high school at Sutherland. When you got to school, you were wide awake!
An incredible experience to travel this magnificent historical structure.
As someone who lives on the canal, it’s nice to see this kind of video.
Since there is no current, are mosquitos a problem? Are there fish in it? Do people swim in it? Visiting is on the bucket list.
@@dalepeto9620the canal is different in different parts of New York. There’s a current, it changes depending on location. Mosquitos are no worst there than most places in New York. Full of fish and swimming is allowed but questionable, in some areas.
Parts of the oldest canal have been filled in for the parking lot of a few busyness near North East Albany along the Mohawk joining with the Hudson. It runs in parts on the North shore of the Mohawk River. There's a dry dock repair ruins and locks as well. I loved the quiet places I explored while I was there. Thanks for the memories..
I would love to do the great loop.
Thank you.
long time ago my late mom and i took a small cruise ship along the erie canal . many dont think about the erie canal western extenion. we were the first cruise ship into rochester in 50 years and were piped in with cannon fire .
Growing up in New York, its history of manufacturing, industries, food production and delivery, city and town growth are all part of the history of the Erie Canal. Without it, the Northeast cities might not even for the most part have existed or have grown to their stature in trade, finance and the economy. Today, the Erie Canal is being restored for biking and hiking trails, museums and working locks, community use for events and tourism, and historical heritage for future generations. Julie Ann Racino August 2017 A touch in Reflections on community integration in upstate New York (Racino, 2014) or see books at your local historical society or library, including children's and historical.
Absolutely AMAZING!
Bravo. Well done!
The Erie Canal made New York State the Empire State. The railroads eventually made the Canal obsolete.
True. I read there was a pretty big rivalry between people who made their livings hauling freight on the canal ( called Canalers) and RR people. The canaler's had the right of way on the canal and the RR trains would have to wait for the boats to pass through before the swing bridges would close to allow the trains to cross over the canal. This could cause some friction for the waiting trains.
I would like to see it reenacted for a short stretch with a donky and one of the boats that used to go on it
Just at this museum today!
Outstanding! One of our favorites!
You need to use the song Low bridge, everybody down
Low bridge cause we're coming to a town
And you'll always know your neighbor
And you'll always know your pal
If you've ever navigated on the Erie Canal
I have researched the Erie Canal finding the restrictions are 45 ft wide, 6 ft depth and 16 ft air draft. Please correct me if I’m wrong.
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