Topsy-Turviness

There are always a few topsy-turvy events each week in the Snug to keep us on our toes.

Definition: Topsy-turvy (adj.)
top-sy tur-vy [tòpsee túrvee]
1. upside down: with the bottom at the top and the top at the bottom
2. in or into confusion: in or into a confused or chaotic state, especially one in which the natural order or arrangement of things is inverted
3. disorder or confusion: a state of complete disorder or confusion

Today, for example, the Isle Royale Queen IV, for as-yet unexplained reasons, did not leave Copper Harbor this morning until eleven am. Instead of having arrived two and a half hours ago, they'll be docking in about forty minutes - unloading everyone - loading up again - and promptly heading back to Copper Harbor just as quickly as they can. The V.C. is full of curious people wondering where the boat that's supposed to take them home is, and backpackers will be getting a late start on the trail today.

Just a couple of days ago, in an event that was literally topsy-turvy, a canoe containing an adult and his two teenage daughters flipped right in the middle of Snug Harbor, in the midst of large waves and strong winds. Luckily, interp rangers Justin, Casey, and Andrea were on the scene. Justin directed matters from shore, Andrea brought life rings, and Casey drove the Cisco around to assist from the water. The now-damp canoeists, probably more upset by the new turn the start of their backpacking trip had taken rather than the water seeping into their boots, blew right into shore along with most of their belongings (only one small bag was lost to the depths of the harbor.) A destination of Moskey Basin was amended to Rock Harbor Campground, and Casey and Justin, in a show of manly prowess, kindly carried their canoe back down the trail to the public rack.

On a more personal note, I will probably soon be in "a state of complete disorder or confusion" as I board the Ranger III this Saturday morning and leave the island for the summer. It's a hard place to sail away from. I daresay that after my departure, the Ben East will also find itself in "a confused or chaotic state." Right, guys?

Hope everyone is enjoying their week, topsy-turvy, right-side-up, or however it may be.
Yours,
the Snug Harbor Reporter