Sorel to Excavation St-Ours.

The insurance adjuster arranged for a tow from Boisvert Marina to a location where they had the necessary equipment to haul us out of the water. They pick us up at 14:30 to take us for a little over 5 minutes on the Richelieu River to St-Ours.

Boisvert Marine tow service

Go under the first bridge that was troubling. We have no control over our boat, and unlike the Coast Guard, our tug was not slow, reaching speeds of close to 8 knots.  The total tow distance was about 12 nM.

We made it safely after an awkward unpowered tow.  They asked us to sign the invoice, and they left. It was hot, and we offered two cold beers and told them not to drink them on the water. 

We are left to ourselves.  We tried calling Excavation St-Ours but got a voicemail.

In a few minutes, from the top of the hill, a small electric cart comes down. Two men came and asked about the length, width and tonnage of Bellum, and they disappeared again.

In a few more minutes, the mammoth "Conolift" (http://www.kropfindustrial.com/CONOLIFT) arrives, a hydraulic trailer pulled by a large tractor.  In less than an hour and a half, our baby emerged from the water and was placed very skillfully on cradling straps.  Being pulled up the hill was concerning, but they had the bow tied to the trailer to prevent the boat from sliding off.

We are relieved and safe.

The company Excavation St-Ours is a very professional and helpful family business.  We were offered water, electricity, and a bathroom if you want to spend the night there... just as long as you haven't provided us with a red carpet. A five-star hotel in the middle of a field!

Finally, the owner's son took us back to Montreal on Monkland.