Boat Ride Through the Locks on the Erie Canal - Lockport Locks & Erie Canal Cruises - Lockport, NY
We had such a fun ride through the locks in the Erie Canal. Along with learning just how the locks work - an impressive feat of engineering! - we also learn how important the Erie Canal was in America. The kids enjoy exploring the museum, learning from a lock operator how to work the huge lock doors, and riding along the Erie Canal. And yes, the song was stuck in our head for weeks!
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Erie Canal at Lockport NY
July 29, 2011. Erie Canal, Lockport New York.
The Erie Canal is a waterway in New York that runs about 363 miles (584 km) from Albany, New York, on the Hudson River to Buffalo, New York, at Lake Erie, completing a navigable water route from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes. The canal contains 36 locks and encompasses a total elevation differential of around 565 ft. (169 m). First proposed in 1807, it was under construction from 1817 to 1825 and officially opened[1] on October 26, 1825.
It was the first transportation system between the eastern seaboard (New York City) and the western interior (Great Lakes) of the United States that did not require portage, was faster than carts pulled by draft animals, and cut transport costs by about 95%. The canal fostered a population surge in western New York state, opened regions farther west to settlement, and helped New York City become the chief U.S. port. It was enlarged between 1834 and 1862. In 1918, the enlarged canal was replaced by the larger New York State Barge Canal.
Today, it is part of the New York State Canal System. In 2000, the United States Congress designated the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor[2] to recognize the national significance of the canal system as the most successful and influential human-built waterway and one of the most important works of civil engineering and construction in North America. Mainly used by recreational watercraft in the recent past, the canal saw an upsurge in commercial traffic in 2008 (wikipedia)
Lockview V & VI
Tour boats Lockview V & Lockview VI are approaching Erie Canal Lock #35 from the West.
The Erie Canal Documentary - Geographic History
The Erie Canal Documentary - Geographic History.
From the first days of the expansion of the British colonies from the coast of North America into the heartland of the continent, a recurring problem was that of transportation between the coastal ports and the interior. Close to the seacoast, rivers often provided adequate waterways, but the presence of the Appalachian Mountains, 400 miles (640 km) inland, presented a great challenge. Passengers and freight had to travel overland, a journey made more difficult by the rough condition of the roads. In 1800, it typically took 2.5 weeks to travel overland from New York to Cleveland, Ohio [460 miles (740 km)]; 4 weeks to Detroit [612 miles (985 km)].
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Lockport, New York Police to crack down on crime, set up road blocks in city
Lockport Police to crack down on crime
Updated: Friday, 18 Jan 2013, 6:03 PM EST
Published : Friday, 18 Jan 2013, 6:03 PM EST
* Al Vaughters
* Posted by: Eli George
LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WIVB) - Authorities are launching a new mission to take a bigger bite out of crime in Lockport due to crime rates jumping to alarming levels.
Mayor Michael Tucker and a number of local officials are declaring the neighborhood around the old Harrison Radiator plant an impact zone after a spike in criminal activity being blamed on mostly out-of-town criminals.
We are drawing a line in the sand, here. Most of the trouble we have had in the recent time here has been from people who are from out of town, Mayor Tucker said.
Police are investigating two recent shootings, including one outside a gas station two weeks ago that sent a local man to the hospital. And police are still on the lookout for the two suspects caught by a surveillance camera. Police believe they are from out-of-town.
Hours before Friday's press conference, Lockport Police made a drug arrest in the neighborhood. The suspect told police he is from Niagara Falls, but authorities believe he is actually from Rochester.
The old plant, now known as Harrison Place, is being primed for new business and a Medina company, Trek, Inc. has committed to bringing 100 of its workers to the complex. The mayor is bringing in State Police and the Niagara County Sheriff's Office to bolster the city's own police in the crackdown, which will include traffic roadblocks.
Property owner Jim Timkey says the crackdown is long overdue.
I think it is something that should have been done a while ago. The latest incident with the shooting is a good reason for it to be tipped off now, and I think any landlord in the area is going to support him, Timkey said.
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Touring the Erie Canal on a Rented Canal Boat - Part 1 of 3
We rented a 42' Canal Boat with our friends, the Crouse's and cruised the Erie Canal for a week (includes lesson in how to drive and go through the locks!). Great vacation experience, perfect weather and good times! This part goes from Macedon, NY west to Lockport. The boat was about $2k for a week including gas and lock fees. For more info about it, go to midlakesnav.com
Journey Along the Erie Canal 2013
Find out how the inspiration of Adaptive Sport worldwide can inspire others along this historic Erie Canal!
By joining us, we will make the largest inspirational event around people with disabilities in New York State history!
Rolling into Lockport New York
Rolling into Lockport New York State
House Boating the Erie Canal - East vs. West 4x4 - Tailgate Party Cooking - Utah Farmers Market
House Boating the Erie Canal - East vs. West 4x4 - Tailgate Party Cooking - Utah Farmers Market
Season 12 Episode 51
This week on AYL we are previewing our next trip give away, showing the difference between four wheeling in the East and West, cooking up some great tailgating food, and visiting Utah Farmers Markets.
0:51 - Darren and Jill head East and travel the Erie Canal on a house boat like no other. They are on a Mid-lakes Navigation house boat previewing our next contest giveaway.
2:00 - Chad tells the story of what is different between going four wheeling here in the West and back East. There are major differences and we show you some of them.
11:48 - Ria and Ryan from Camp Chef are out showing us how to Tailgate Party. We cook up some Chile Dogs and Southwest Grilled Avocados.
16:51 - Reece is showing us what you can find at Utah's Farmers Markets. He shows us why it is important to buy local and organic.
24:17 - At Your Leisure is your source for all the cool things to do in the great outdoors. In this week's travel planner, Steven announces this weeks sticker winner and tells how to enter our new contest giveaway. Darren covers our Ride Away with Ray and Red White and Road events.
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Escorting the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall to Lockport, NY June 2015
Hogs and Heroes escorting the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall to Lockport, NY June 2015
A Trip to the Thousand Islands, NY for a day of Fun, Wine, and Boats.
Took a day trip up to the Thousand Islands to escape the heat and humidity of the city. The Breeze was great, the temps were awesome, and the scenery spectacular ! Make the trip !
Cycle the Erie Canal Bike Tour
Join cyclists from across the country and around the world for Parks & Trails New York's Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour. Enjoy beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and a one-of-a-kind cycling experience on this fully supported eight-day ride across New York between Buffalo and Albany. Along the way, learn about the people, places, and events that shaped the Erie Canal and its vital role in American history. Cycle the Erie Canal attracts riders of all ages and abilities, from beginners and families to experienced cyclists. Visit cycletheeriecanal.com for more information.
The locks on the Canal at Seneca Falls, N.Y.
On the 2015 Steam tour
Fall Colors Cruise on the Erie Canal
Fall colors in the Northeast of the United States are a wondrous sight to be seen! Blount Small Ship Adventures cruises the Erie Canal from July - October. During Autumn, passengers experience the fall foliage journey of a lifetime between New York City and Montreal. Waterway highlights include the Hudson River, Erie Canal, and St. Lawrence Seaway.
Get to Know Niagara USA: Old Falls Street, USA
Meet Sue Swiatkowski, director of marketing for Old Falls Street, USA! This three-block destination is a hub of activity for visitors of all types in Niagara Falls USA, featuring free games and activities, seasonal concerts, outdoor movies, festivals and special events. For more information call 1-877 FALLS US or visit niagara-usa.com.
Drone Footage Erie Canal Lock 2 Waterford New York
Hudson River And The Erie Canal Waterford New York
The Narrows of Lake Champlain
The Narrows
The Day Peckinpaugh
2009 Day Peckinpaugh Legacy Tour
Join the festivities and celebrate New York's Hudson-Fulton-Champlain Quadricentennial with the Day Peckinpaugh. The 259-foot long historic canal motorship -- the first and last of her kind -- is traveling 500 miles along the Champlain and Hudson Corridor in August and September visiting ports from Burlington, Vt, to New York Harbor.
Step onboard free of charge at our upcoming tour stops and discover the Empire States singularly compelling tale of 400 years of maritime progress and advancement. The Day Peckinpaugh will be joined by other historic vessels at ports along the way.
The tour not only celebrates visionary explorers, but the working men and women of New York whose labors along our canals and rivers built the Empire State.
August
8/1-2 Matton Shipyard, Cohoes
8/5 Mechanicville
8/8 Whitehall
8/11-12 Plattsburgh
8/15-16 Burlington
8/19 Crown Point
8/21 Whitehall
8/23 Fort Edward
8/29 Schuylerville
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9/5-7 NYC Pier 84
9/12-13 NYC Pier 84
9/19-20 Kingston
9/22 Hudson
9/25-26 Albany
9/27-28 Troy
9/30 Cohoes welcome home
Erie Canal (clip)
On November 4th, 1825, Governor DeWitt Clinton stood on the deck of a packet boat and poured a keg of Lake Erie water into the New York Bay. This historic moment marked the official opening of the Erie Canal, and finalized 13 years of planning, financing and construction. Since this time, the Erie Canal has undergone many different stages of development, including its state of only partial use today. The Erie Canal traces these stages, from its origin to its modern-day state, through the use of historical stills and footage of the canal in operation. A Kaw Valley Films production by Jim Whitefield.
Grade Levels: 4 to Adult
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Grand Island bike path controversy heats up
Bike path would connect two state parks on the western New York island. Not everyone is in favor.
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