Getting the Ship through the
Mystic Drawbridge will be a problem. The side to side clearance is not that much. Normally, a TUG would be tucked (Lashed) under the quarter on the Morgan (Aft) and Propel & Steer the ship as it proceeds down the river. This adds to the beam. Lashed together...The Tug and the Morgan become one unit. (The ship Does NOT have it's own power.)
Simply having the tug TOW the ship, on a towline..would allow the ship to wig wag from side to side. Not good.
There is a shallow spot down the river which... is scheduled to be dredged..but NOT before the ship transits the river. This spot necessitates that the ship be "Light in Ballast" to clear the shoal. Hence, ballast will be added at New London. The reverse will be required when the Morgan returns back to Mystic.
The Best Spot to watch this event is from a
Small Park immediately south of the drawbridge and on the East Side of the river. If you get there first you will have a
Totally Excellent view. Bring chairs. Parking "Could" be a problem..BUT WE have always been able to find a spot nearby during special Seaport.. River events.
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