A later morning start, 1015 hrs we left Ludington for Frankfort, about 57 miles. Another day of low wind but no waves. We motor sailed most of the way. As the day progressed clouds developed to our west and continued to grow darker, radar looked threatening. The clouds came behind us and in front of us but not over us. We didn't get rain until we reached port. Rain was light and brief.
We tied up at Frankfort Municipal Marina at 1925 hrs. Forecast for next two days is North winds up to 25 mph and gusty with waves 2-4 feet (on the nose). We are staying in Frankfort waiting for this cold front to pass.
Frankfort, and a town called Elberta are ports on Betsie Lake. "Chasseur" is tied up in Frankfort directly across the lake from Elberta. There is a summer solstice festival in Elberta today and tonight. The bands played all day and into the night, great free entertainment. We enjoyed fireworks from our fantail.
Frankfort is a "perfect" small town port. City planners have done a wonderful job. There is something for everyone here and in very good taste. This is a quaint town, but not pretentious...our kind of place. Frankfort was named after one of it's founders, Frank Martin, who arrived in 1855 and built a log stockade around his home to keep drifting snow from his door - neighbors jokingly called it "Frank's Fort". So there you have it, "Frankfort".
Next stop will be Leland. Probably Tuesday.
"A collision at sea can ruin your entire day." Thucydides
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