GL: Lower Mississippi on a Sailboat

[Rob Johnson]

We are looking at leaving Lake Huron's North Channel in mid to late August
and heading to Grand Isle, LA, south of New Orleans. I am looking for
thoughts both positive and negative about traveling down the lower Miss
instead of the TennTom. From what I have gleaned so far is it is about 200
miles between fuel/service stops. What is the current like in Sep, Oct, Nov?
Any websites where I could find that info?  Anything else you can add is
appreciated.

 

Anyone making there way up here (North Channel) this summer I would like to
connect you, we have sailed here for a good 20 years and have a lot of local
knowledge, from mid-Georgian Bay to the straits of Mackinac (pronounced
Mackinaw.) Also, we have a summer home (for sale at the moment) on Joe
Dollar Bay between Bruce Mines and Thessalon. Come by, drop a hook and enjoy
an afternoon refreshment and sauna. 

 

Rob Johnson

s/v Danny's Fault