"Why not consider a 2-3 week trip to get across L Erie, thru the Welland and
over to Toronto."

If your going to do the welland canal toronto is one of the best ports on the
lake. You can find very reasonable accomadations at the toronto islands,
secure your boat , Jump on the ferry to the city & have a great time.St.
Lawarnce market is one of my favorite stops.( shrimp that are half a pound each
& filet mignon wrapped in bacon brought back to boat & grilled while sucking
down some of that canadien beer) It just dont get much better than that! Just
watch out for that naked queer beach on hanlon island! have fun &
good luck.