There is very little chance of fog in the bay at that time of year. I also
find the customs office in Eastport Maine to be very friendly and
accomodating. One of the biggest challenges for a US boat is the reversing
falls in Saint John NB. You have to remember that there is a 1hr time
difference between Maine & New Brunswick and you have only 20min on each
tide to make the passage. There are usually other boats around waiting and
Fundy Traffic on VHF 12 will give you the exact local time. You should
check with Fundy Traffic when entering the Grand Manan channel on channel 14
and then again on channel 12 when entering Saint John harbour. Please
notify the Fredericton Yacht Club www.fyc.ca if you plan to make the trip
and we will make sure you are well looked after

Sterling


"Roger Long" wrote in message
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The festival starts Sept 11. That's late sumemr early fall. I've been
sailing in Maine since 1969 so I know the patterns.

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Roger Long