We just completed the Rideau today, and are in Kingston at the Portsmouth Harbor Marina. While a lot of work getting through the upper section, the lower section from Smith Falls to Kingston is magical. The portion from Ottawa after the great Ottawa flight and a city visit is to be endured to get to the lower section. The early start of the Quebec invasion has begun. The northern portion was very crowded with less the further south we travelled. The Channels are extremely well marked so navigation is easy, albeit narrow in some places. There are several changes (not reflected in Skipper Bob's yet) that should be noted with regard to canal resources added and or great information that is available on the following web site. http://www.rideau-info.com/canal/locks/index.html Hope you all enjoy the opportunity to travel it. :-) "Carolyn Ann" GH-N37 Currently in Portsmouth Marina, Kingston.