⚓️Caught off guard! Ship Arthur M. Anderson ARRIVING Duluth, MN from Lake Superior

Watching the legendary ship Arthur M. Anderson arriving under the Aerial Lift Bridge from Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota. Everyone was caught complete off guard when this historic ship headed for the Duluth canal piers. She was not expected to be in Duluth at all. What an awesome surprise to see this ship!
We all know that the ship is extremely historic and a true legend out on the Great Lakes. What a treat to see her float by in person.
More information about the ship Arthur M. Anderson: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SS_Arth...
#suprise #ship #duluth #lakesuperior #maritime #boat #historic

[@Doug19752533]

Nothing like seeing a big laker for the first time in person Several years ago my wife and i moved from Florida to Marquette Michigan. i grew up in michigan and was familiar with the boats having seen them many times on the Detroit river, Port Huron, and Mackinaw Island. and of course, the story of the Edmund Fitzgerald. when we were getting ready to move, i was telling her stories about michigan and the Fitz eventually came up. she listined to the song, and thought i was interesting. while driving across the UP there were billboards advertising the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, with a painting of the Fitz in the storm. "WHAT IS THE BIG DEAL ABOUT THAT DAMN BOAT? IT SANK!" she exclaimed. she just didnt get it. one day we were tooling around Marquette and the James Oberstar was in dock, picking up a load. "Is THAT a laker?" she exclaimed. "Oh Yeah! pull over!" i yelled. we stood there looking at her, and i explained how that was almost exactly what the Fitz looked like. i said imagine that boat in a storm of 30 ft waves, and then it suddenly plunging nose first 500 feet to the bottom and breaking in two in just a matter of seconds, and no one could even call for help suddenly her face changed, as if for a moment she grasped the concept of the incredible power of the water and what it did. "I understand now" she said quietly. the following month we were in Manitowoc WI and visited the little great lakes museum there. they had a small accurate model of the Fitz wreck. she looked at it for a few moments, and almost to herself said "they never had a chance". we were in Duluth the following month enjoying ourselves watching some of the boats come in and out. to our amazement the Anderson came into port. we stood right there by the bridge. "Wasnt that the boat that was with the Fitzgerald when she sank?" she asked. "yes it was, very good!" Suddenly she blew the Master salute. "What was THAT?" she said. in a calm voice i said that was the Anderson saluting and honoring the Edmund Fitzgerald. she does that every time she arrives in Duluth. then it all hit her at once - seeing that huge historic ship, the lines from the song (all that remains are the faces and the names, the church bell chimed til it rang 29 times), just the whole gravity of what happened...... she began to cry. then she saw a crew member on the spar deck waving to our small crowd. she started clapping wildly overhead and waved back. "KEEP SAILING YOU BIG BEAUTIFUL GIRL!" she shouted

[@vibewithmike]

Doug, I read your comment three times because of the way you wrote and the interest level I have and I know other as well. I actually pinned this comment to the very top of the comment section for this video. I hope numerous others get the pleasure to read this wonderful comment, my goodness, it’s unbelievably awesome. Did you see this video? A lot of people are talking about it right now. I want to see what you think about. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3rci3ycbKmKoqssi=3mHRfuHhUh-b3iBK

[@erichammond9308]

The Arthur M. Anderson is probably the second most famous of the great lakes steamers behind the Edmund Fitzgerald.

[@vibewithmike]

I agree! 100% I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend Eric!

[@lesterpenner8786]

Nice video of the Arthur M Anderson 👍. You just can't ever forget about the Fitzgerald every time this ship is shown. They sailed together on that fateful night. R.I.P.

[@vibewithmike]

Lester, thank you so much my friend for watching the video and for this comment! I hope you come back for another ship video soon. Have a wonderful Friday night.⛴️

[@lawrencebernas9229]

While visiting Duluth a few years ago , having had lunch at Grandma’s in Canal Park, I and my family walked down near the lift bridge and were surprised to see the AMA pushing through the shipping canal. It was an eerie feeling for me knowing that she was one of the last ships to be in contact with the Edmund Fitzgerald on the fateful night. The AMA is a beautiful laker. Long may she sail

[@vibewithmike]

Every time that ship goes by, I think about the Fitzgerald

[@anthonyhaddix3598]

You know she's also the ship that came about in a killing storm to help look for survivors of the "Edmond Fitzgerald" at great personal peril after she went down because Conditions were so bad that the Coast Guard couldn't mount a recovery mission? God bless the Arthur Anderson!

[@vibewithmike]

Anthony, Captain Cooper on the Anderson turned around in that same terrible storm to look for the Fitz! What a remarkable Captain and ship!⛴️👍

[@joecombs7468]

The Anderson had crossed lake Superior WITH the Fitzgerald before it went back to look for the lost ship

[@vibewithmike]

Joe! Thank you so much for the update friend!

[@joecombs7468]

@@vibewithmike Mike you're as big a ship nut as me. If not bigger. 🤣

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, if ships makes us nuts, then they might as well start chasing us with the nets!😂😂😂😂

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I remember WELL how Bernie Cooper took the Anderson back out in the storm searching for survivors when the Fitz went down. Nothing but utmost respect for Bernie, crew and all the families of the crew of the Fitz . God Bless and Thanks

[@vibewithmike]

Bernie is a straight up legend!!!!!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@vibewithmike He OUGHT to be!

[@vibewithmike]

Boat Friends, Lewie is so right about Bernie. Check out this article. www.mininggazette.com/news/local-news/2016/11/remembering-the-edmund-fitzgerald/

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@vibewithmike Thanks, Pal. Just got through reading the article and have watched about all the things covering the going down of the Fitz and the interview with Bernie himself. Still stands the hair up on the back of my neck to even think about it and the studio recording that Mr. Lightfoot did about it with the steel guitar tears me up every time I listen to it. Lots of loss compassing it all and him. Thanks and God Bless!

[@vibewithmike]

Every time I see a laker on the lake I think of the Fitz

[@markborzak9308]

I love the old Lakers, what a ship, beautiful, and the history that goes with her

[@vibewithmike]

The Lakers have such an old school and cool look. Just a look alone tells you there’s a lot of miles logged and cargo hauled!⛴️

[@Stereostupid]

I can't help but to think about the mighty Edmund Fitzgerald and the Arthur M Anderson as one (sisters) in terms of story and legend just amazing

[@vibewithmike]

Rob, I noticed you commented on a few of my videos. Thank you so much! It’s nice to have friends that enjoy talking about these vessels. I hope you keep coming back. Every time I see the Anderson I think about the Fitz too. I want you to listen to this when you have time. This is the actual Coast Guard audio from the night the Fitz sank. You’ll hear the captain of the Anderson talking live about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWGxnGqFqpuMi8k

[@Stereostupid]

What a beautiful legendary ship!

[@vibewithmike]

Send Anderson come in never gets old! Straight up history.

[@janetcarbone4213]

Respect for that ship

[@geraldus1rex]

I grew up in Detroit and would drive my bicycle to the river to watch the ships. There were more boats on the riverback then. I loved the Cleveland Cliff ships. Even as a adult i would come and watch during my lunch break.

[@vibewithmike]

J S, love this story man! I hope you subscribe and come back to my channel to watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@stsw4314]

Thank you so much for this Sir! I thoroughly enjoyed watching and you inspired me to read up on some very interesting history! Awesome! ❤

[@vibewithmike]

I hope you subscribe and come back to my channel to watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@stsw4314]

I will do that! Thanks!

[@TheModelmaker1]

Yes she definitely needs to be in the discussion of historically significant ships.

[@vibewithmike]

Absolutely, great ship

[@Peter.w]

Beautiful video of the Lady of the lakes Mike.. Long may she sail until retirement into preservation which is a must!

[@vibewithmike]

Scrapping the ship will never happen. There would be a line of people standing around this vessel. She still is chugging along and doing a good job. She will be departing Duluth tonight around 8 PM. I will be going live when she does as long as she doesn’t go too late.

[@bigmonmagoomba9634]

Someone else called her “Master of the Lakes”. I like it.

[@vibewithmike]

I’m down with that name too!

[@kristoffermangila]

The question that will be asked after she is retired is where she will be placed.

[@vibewithmike]

100% Not a chance she will be scrapped. People would protest. I’m hoping Duluth as a floating museum!

[@kellygillan7651]

I grew up in Duluth born in 1951 saw the AMA many times beautiful!

[@bigmonmagoomba9634]

You have definitely hit the ground running in this new shipping season, Mike. Kudos to you.

[@vibewithmike]

Many more to go. The Anderson is scheduled to depart tonight at 8:00pm. I’ll be out there live if it’s not too late.

[@brucewalker1908]

I’ve seen the Anderson before it became a self unloaded. Been on it one time for a short time. The ore docks at USSteel loved it when it came in.

[@vibewithmike]

Bruce!!!!! That must’ve been so cool being on that vessel! I see your logo says U.S. Army. Thank you for your service brother.🇺🇸

[@janiestege4010]

Wish I were down there to watch these beauties coming in. Glad you are sharing your videos and info.

[@vibewithmike]

Glad you like them! All the best!!!!

[@junechrisman3407]

Love seeing these majestic Lakers! I live in Sa Francisco, CA and my husband worked loading and unloading "Salties" at the port of Richmond, CA love your videos, thank you

[@vibewithmike]

June, they have such a great look to them. Beautiful piece of steel!

[@jofus3604]

'A tall ship and a star to steer her by".................................Thanks!

[@jacqepapara7898]

Wow longtime working this ship..71 years young❤

[@richardharris9797]

Awesome ship

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks so much for taking time out of your day to watch the video and leave a comment. Take a look at this link. This is my favorite ship video of the past season. There was tons of sea smoke on Lake Superior. It was unbelievably cold too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3zdkqCdeMZpsNksi=b9s-KKJx4XzauwOV

[@michaelstamper3444]

I still feel the Spirit of Cooper on her!!

[@vibewithmike]

100%!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@thebigguy8306]

Thank you, beautiful footage from the opposite pier we normally do not get to see. Noted AMA, old school design, forward pilot house, deck close to the water, and not a mammoth 1,000ft. Also noted how quickly the weather/lake conditions change. Smooth sailing from storms a couple days ago.

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks my friend. The AMA is one special ship. A real legend!⛴️

[@sharkusvelarde]

The Legend. She should not be scrapped

[@vibewithmike]

I agree

[@nowkentapplegate5315]

I remember seeing this boat in dry dock in Superior sometime in the late 50's early '60's.

[@vibewithmike]

Those are some awesome memories I hope you subscribe (it’s free) and come back to my channel to watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@kristoffermangila]

Talk about coming in when you least expect it. Nice catch on a cold Duluth day!

[@vibewithmike]

Yeah, she got orders to divert to Duluth! I’m glad she did too! Awesome ship. Thanks Kristoffer!👍⛴️

[@karengausman1459]

Afternoon Mike. She IS a beauty. One of my favorites. Thanks for the video and letting us watch the turn. Another thing I love to see. Catch you in the next one.

[@vibewithmike]

Sounds good! I’ll see you soon. The Anderson will be leaving around 8:00pm tonight. I will go live.

[@EasyEd1955]

I have a picture of A.M.A. from 1963 coming through Sault Ste. Marie

[@vibewithmike]

Ed, the AMA is so legit. Awesome looking too!

[@baratono]

Thanks for this video! We've been to Duluth many times but have never been able to catch the Anderson.

[@vibewithmike]

I hope you subscribe and come back to my channel to watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@dianes3260]

All respect to the AMA! I was fortunate to see the AMA pass the James R. Barker in Wyandotte last Saturday. What an amazing sighting it was! You are doing a great job Mike. Thank you!

[@vibewithmike]

It’s such a beautiful ship!

[@chuckg6039]

You know Mike...you might have to deal with cold, ice and snow, and that can be tough. But your reward is a day like this. Getting to watch first hand a ship as remarkable as the Anderson. And so many other awesome ships and tugs. You are very lucky. And what's neat is you are taking full advantage of your opportunity. As far as the Spring 1975 ship lengthening, I've always wondered whether that really helped the Anderson deal with that massive storm later in the year that sank the Fitz. The added length and associated extra weight must have made a difference. Possibly kept them afloat. Nice video Mike. Really, really nice.

[@vibewithmike]

That is an excellent observation regarding the structural integrity that might have been increased due to the lengthening process. I don’t know if we will ever know. However, the captain of the Anderson said that rogue wave hit them and I’m assuming that’s what took down the Fitz? It’s hard not to think about the Fitz when we see the Anderson.⛴️

[@bigmonmagoomba9634]

When Bernie Cooper watched the Fitz pass him earlier in that fateful day he had no idea that before he slept again his courage would be tested to the limit & he would pass the test with flying colors, elevating him into a Great Lakes legend, along with his boat.

[@vibewithmike]

Just reading your comment gives me goose bumps. Here’s the actual radio transmission between the captain and the Coast Guard that night. It’s unbelievable. www.michiganradio.org/arts-culture/2015-11-10/listen-to-radio-transmission-on-the-night-of-the-edmund-fitzgeralds-sinking

[@chuckg6039]

@@vibewithmike Bernie's one on one video interview from his retirement home in Florida was excellent too.

[@vibewithmike]

These videos I watch a few times a year. They’re historic, captivating and an example of a true hero in action.

[@williamryan1984]

Most Enjoyable. Many thanks & Greetings from Ireland

[@vibewithmike]

Being tha I’m half Irish, I’m delighted to receive a comment from you my friend. Thank you for watching the video. I hope you can catch me for upcoming ship videos the spring and summer. All the best to you! 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@johnvrabec9747]

Nothing better then watching the AMA in Duluth with a few flurries. Majestic!

[@vibewithmike]

AMA is a straight legend John. It’s so cool to see her! ⛴️

[@edkiely2712]

The AA is a maritime legend! Still going strong. You can still see she looks good from her refit back a few years ago. I just finished Ric Mixter's book 'Tattletale Sounds: The Edmund Fitzgerald Investigations.' Great companion book for the study of one of the most famous tragedies in American history. Thanks for the video!

[@vibewithmike]

Ed, have you listened to the Coast Guard audio from that sad night with the Fitz. The one where Captain Bernie is speaking with a Coast Guard.

[@edkiely2712]

@Vibe with Mike ⚓️ Yes! I've tried to access as much material on the 'Fitzgerald' tragedy as I can. Since I was young, I've always been fascinated with aviation disasters, shipwrecks, high-altitude mountaineering accidents, and amazing individual stories of adversity and tragedy. I will ask; I just finished reading 'Run The Storm' by Michelsen-Foy on the El Farro disaster- are there any other interesting books on ancient or contemporary maritime disasters or wrecks that you might turn me onto- other that the Titanic or Andrea Gail? I'm always open to new inquires. Also, any YT channels you hold in high regard? Something like 'Brick Immortar' channel! He puts together some excellent documentaries! Thanks for the reply Mike!

[@vibewithmike]

I’m in the same boat, I research a lot of the same topics you mentioned. I’m very intrigued by what could’ve prevented, how these things happened, etc. Ed, I like your style man!⛴️⛴️

[@ellanwiehman1851]

Wow! Beautiful 😍

[@vibewithmike]

This is such a classic ship Ellan!⛴️⛴️

[@barbs.7367]

Great entry! 🚢 nice to see! Great video all around 👍🏼🚢

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you so much Barb!👍⛴️

[@BeanieScooter]

Absolutely a beautiful site!❤

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Nana! Duluth is a great place. Thanks for watching my friend.

[@1TruNub]

A legendary ship, Involved with another legendary ship if you know you know Edit: She doesn't look too bad for being seventy years old though you can tell her age by the marks on her Hull.

[@vibewithmike]

TruNub! Thank you for the comment friend. You’re 100%. The story is etched in my mind anytime I see the Anderson. It such a treat to see the Anderson sail by. I hope you join me with the next ship video. All the best!👍👍⛴️⛴️

[@1TruNub]

​@Vibe with Mike ⚓️ Definitely earned a subscribe Look forward to Seeing more of your content

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks brother!!! Have a great week!

[@stevesmith9459]

Great video, nice to see the view from the other side!

[@vibewithmike]

Steve, I’m glad that you enjoyed the video. Yes, I move around a lot and get different angles of these ships and the area so it gives you a good feel for what’s going on. Thanks so much for the comment. I hope you come back for future ships. Have a spectacular Friday night!👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@vinceglauser4770]

I enjoyed your video.

[@vibewithmike]

Vince, thanks a lot friend! I hope you come back to my channel and watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@RAV1953]

Awesome video...thank you sir!!

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, thank you for watching. Come along with me on some other shipping adventures. Thank you for your comment. Have a wonderful Saturday friend!⛴️

[@susanbelida6981]

❤ Lord Bless the crew and ship Arthur M. Anderson.

[@vibewithmike]

Susan, thank you so much for the wonderful comment. I really appreciate it. She is a marvelous ship.

[@RobertBardos]

Great video Mike appreciate the enthusiastic ship fanning. Love the AMA. I call her purple haze after dark, purple lights on the exhaust plume. 😎

[@vibewithmike]

That’s a legit nickname! She’s a straight up classic! Still pushing through the water after all of these years. Man, what a sight to see!⛴️

[@williamralph5442]

She’s a classic. Amazing how the ice comes and goes from day to day. Thanks

[@vibewithmike]

William, this vessel never gets old. It never well. Plumb awesome!

[@debbiejarus1723]

Majestic, classic Laker! My favorite!

[@vibewithmike]

I feel the same way. I hope you join me for many more ships coming this season. Thanks for the comment friend!

[@hypergolic8468]

Mike you're just pushing it with the phone now 😂. A great demonstration of designed right, built right, maintained right, Incredible to be still earning her keep all these years on. And as someone most definitely not off the Great Lakes, I still know the AMA, because she is the vessel she is.

[@vibewithmike]

I thought about you with that phone on the ledge. I’m not kidding about this. I think I really am going to have something connected to that phone case. I like having it on the ledge next to the canal because it allows me to quickly raise the camera up and show the water versus using the ledge on the other side, where I’d have to turn around again. I’m going to find something to connect to it.

[@hypergolic8468]

@@vibewithmike I have a wire lanyard I put on my phone case (it's an armoured case that I bolt my phone into) , I bought it on Amazon and it came with all the crimps so I could lock it on. I then have carabinas to clip it on and off - admittedly it's overkill for most situations, but I've saved my phone a couple of times with it. That said, your obviously more careful than I am, I'd have put money on it that if it was me it'd have gone over the wall on the first occasion. I'm staggered at how much ice is still piled up on the lake ward side of the pier, great reminder as to how much ice forms.

[@vibewithmike]

I have an idea that I’m going to implement tonight!

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

Mike, this was a great video of such a beautiful ship. Also thanks for sharing the link , I just listened to the interview and it was really intense, it must of been heartbreaking that no one survived 😢

[@vibewithmike]

Yes, it’s a heartbreaking story but it’s one that needs to be told. ⛴️

[@timothynewton4453]

I applaud you for braving that cold for such an awesome video, this is truly loved.; Top 5? For me #1. I own a 1971 Chevelle and as I research some parts for their numbers and such I also look to see when and where they were made. I just can't help but wonder to further extents where the metal came from, which ore carried carried across the lakes. Perhaps, just perhaps some was carried by the Fitz.

[@vibewithmike]

This was a good video. Absolutely. My favorite cars are the 70s Chevelle’s and Nova’s! That must be such a blast to drive a nice days. How cool is that. I want you to check this video out, this right here was one of the coolest conditions I’ve ever experienced recording ships. Wait till you see the lake and the sky. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3zdkqCdeMZpsNksi=w1lXZBS9agGZbWTc

[@KurtisFluffermeyer]

Wow! Very cool!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

Kurtis, happy Tuesday friend. I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@KurtisFluffermeyer]

@@vibewithmike Just subscribed! Thanks!

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks brother!

[@sharonbowers9929]

Her history is amazing. ❤️

[@markallen3293]

I love to see these girls "sing".

[@vibewithmike]

Me too! Love these ships!!!!

[@PAPIKen0728]

I can remember going into Sandusky a few times with winds grom the northeast. Its a curvy channel and a wgile ride! I yad to be he at the top of my game to steer the channel. I know that canal passage in Duluth. Whoosh with a stern wind!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

Did you see the live stream video today from the boat? Take a look kzbin.infophgAnWEyfZ0?si=xPpoA7hcbhu-kR5k

[@AndyM.]

That's it dudezilla!!! I am deeming you the OBI WON of Great Lake ships!!!!!

[@wmason1961]

I cant imagine actually living somewhere with that much ice.

[@vibewithmike]

It can be challenging

[@carolewoolley7017]

In reviewing some vids, cant believe I missed this one. When it comes to the Anderson, her history speaks volumes and any comments I can make are redundant and just seeing her each time takes my breath away. I do so love the icons of laker history, the design the magnifivenc

[@carolewoolley7017]

Just murdered the spelling and somehow printed without finishing. Anyway, Mike, this is a memorable video done in your undeniable professional and natural style and a very nice tribute to this regal lady. So glad I came upon this video!

[@vibewithmike]

@carolewoolley7017 this is such a old video and I was so glad you found it. The big channel announcement is coming tomorrow tomorrow afternoon. I can’t wait for you to see it.

[@marieschlatter9245]

Master salute. 🎶🎵

[@BeanieScooter]

🎉

[@vibewithmike]

That’s the icing on the cake. Master salute.

[@fp30e]

Lovely to see this ship. What a great video and great commentary. "Pilot House"? Do you mean "The Bridge"? Thank you.

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks for watching friend. Yeah, I’ve heard many captains refer to it as one of these three. Pilothouse, wheelhouse and bridge. I guess pilothouse is my preference because it sounds cool.👍⛴️

[@annbower6278]

It sounds like that Arthur M Anderson has a tradition of coming into Duluth harbour ever since the night that Anderson lost sight of Fitz & then going out into that wicked teeth of that storm to look for its friend's 29 crew.....Anderson may have the "we're back alive & well" mentality. Such a lovely remembrance the Anderson has for Fitz. I was 5 yrs old at the time when Fitz sank.

[@vibewithmike]

Ann, thanks for the comment. You know, whenever I see the Anderson, I see the Fitz. How can’t a person not think of that terrible night for the Fitz? It’s history floating by every time we see this beautiful vessel! I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@redneckgirl3326]

I wouldn't have guessed that she was still in operation.

[@vibewithmike]

Yes, she is still in operation. Still doing great work. Age is only a number! I hope you come back to my channel and watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@darceyheath263]

Thank you for all videos you do for all us Boat / Ship friends Darcey

[@vibewithmike]

Let me thank YOU for having the same interest as me. It’s wonderful having people like you coming along with me watching these ships.⛴️

[@barbarastanley2986]

Looks very cold Mike but I really enjoy watching the great ships going through and ice floating on the water thanks

[@vibewithmike]

Barbara, the ice is getting old now for me. Winter never ends. Guess what, 65° forecasted next week in Duluth!👍

[@scottburk4083]

Do they ever open up the green gates for the public to walk out to the light beacons on the piers? Have a great day Mike,God Bless!!!😊

[@vibewithmike]

Scott, yes, they will open those gates very soon. After the ice melts I’m assuming. But they do close them periodically when there are storms brewing. Here’s why they were installed. kzbin.info/www/bejne/apjIZaGIbLKqhqc

[@scottburk4083]

@@vibewithmike Thanks for the story on that. I haven't been a member of your channel but for about five months or so. I didn't recall ever seeing them open to the public. I would love to visit your area someday and spend a few days to a week there. I love being around the water and watching ships. I go to Erie when I can but rarely catch ships coming in and out of port.

[@vibewithmike]

Scott, when the open, I’ll be out there. I like walking down to get a good view of the ships.

[@WizardOfWhoopee]

Dude, that is epic. What a catch.

[@vibewithmike]

Wizard, much appreciated my friend. I’m just a guy out here having fun with the camera. It means a lot to me that you would stop for a moment to leave a comment like this. Thank you friend. Happy Easter!👍⛴️

[@antwaunsmith8392]

It's amazing how these people built these huge ships to sell across the ocean and through bad storms, wonderful video Mike and today is birthday too. 🥳⛴⛴

[@vibewithmike]

Antwaun, these old ships are almost more dependable than new vessels. ⛴️

[@vibewithmike]

No

[@vibewithmike]

You too Joe!

[@okboomer6201]

😃 Fantastic!

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, thank you my friend. Have a great evening!

[@chuckmvs]

Great Catch!!🚢

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks Chuck! Take care friend!⛴️

[@j0hndunphy300]

Nice job Mike great video

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, thanks friend. I really appreciate you watching. Many more ships coming soon.⛴️

[@richardharris9797]

Awesome video

[@VictoriaReginaAnn]

WOW! A great salute!

[@vibewithmike]

Old school ship with an awesome salute. I was impressed too Ann!⛴️

[@mikelukes1798]

Very nice

[@michaelborgelt1600]

Hi buddy, as always thumbs up. And as always cheers ; - )

[@vibewithmike]

Michael! All the best to you brother!⛴️

[@jimatmile56]

Thank you

[@vibewithmike]

Thank you for watching friend! ⛴️

[@Redkat-tv3cw]

Cool video mike!

[@vibewithmike]

RedKat!!!!! How’s it going man!!!!! You’ve been with me from when I started on KZbin doing drive videos, it’s so awesome to hear from you. Thanks for the support my friend!👍

[@pirateshack9315]

Great Vid Bud !

[@vibewithmike]

Hey, I really appreciate you watching! These ships are fun for me to cover!⛴️

[@shaunnesbit1698]

NICE VIDEO THANKS FOR NOT TALKING WHEN THEY WERE BLOWING THE HORNS

[@vibewithmike]

Shaun, anytime I hear the whistle exchange I shut my mouth. Always! 😂

[@samuelcollins1331]

May she sail into eternity for all to enjoy. They don’t make them like this anymore.

[@josephreilly6328]

Hail Hail

[@vibewithmike]

Joseph, thank you so much for the comment. I hope you come with me on some of these ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@josephreilly6328]

As long as my wheelhouse can be forward and I don't have to stick my face in a 70s Era Plessey Radar I'm up for the passage

[@vibewithmike]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Brother, you have me straight up laughing over here man!

[@michaelstamper3096]

I think one difference was the one single cargo hold over multiple holds and the Fitz seemingly more about record hauls than longevity affected the ship

[@vibewithmike]

You’re dead on right brother. It was all about records at that time. Keep in mind, the Fitz was carrying a heavy load from superior and there’s no doubt that that bow was dipping down into the water in that storm

[@Chili453]

That's one long ship !!!!!

[@vibewithmike]

It’s a long one and cool looking ship too. ⛴️

[@johnbeck8812]

Thanks mike

[@vibewithmike]

You bet John!

[@loricharpentier1654]

Can you imagine how cold it is out on the lake? 😮

[@vibewithmike]

🥶

[@Thorton5044]

Thank you Mike, I am aware of her history a bit.

[@vibewithmike]

It’s such a beautiful vessel Gail. Absolutely marvelous. It’s been sailing for so many years.⛴️

[@fuzzybutkus8970]

Duluth Der you say? Ya she’s a big’in. This guy reeeeaaaallly likes ships I think.

[@vibewithmike]

Oh yes, I love the ships Fuzzy! I hope you come back to my channel and watch more ship videos moving forward. It’s all about having fun. No agenda, just chilling out with the ships!👍👍👍⛴️⛴️⛴️

[@insertnamehere313]

Ole Captain Cooper was concerned about the new work done by adding more length during the storm of 1975 that claimed the Fitz. It's wild to think of Coopers comment that the stern section was completely under water a few times in that storm also waves breaking OVER the pilot house.😬

[@vibewithmike]

Thanks for the comment friend. It’s really scary to think about that night. If only Fitzgerald didn’t take the standard route. I listened again to the Coast Guard audio with Captain Bernie on the Anderson. It’s amazing and sad at the same time. Here’s that audio. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWLJgIqfZdmYn7s

[@syx3s]

now i've got a gordon lightfoot song stuck in my head.

[@ashleymeggan]

Dear Duluth, y’all are crazy. Surfing in 25 degrees. - All of Texas. I had no idea the Arthur Anderson was still in service. Very cool.

[@brookesutherland9553]

Girls friend ❤ room for a while 😄 with it 😅 with the other will get the kids 🙂 but they have to go back in the future but it will wait until next few weeks so 😭 will be there next month unless they have the best way to see 🙈 in even though it is the only way that you know is a good day for me when you are doing in my prayers too your time for me too if you have to do anything 😔 with him 😞 or anything 😔😔 r but not for the first 🥇 🏆 days yiy I was in bed 🛏️ hours u for the first 😴 years ago in a u for me yu the ty guys first I love you babe my friend is going 😀 for ur mom is going ☺️ w of the kids u for sure ur not ur w of a new 🆕

[@mplsmark222]

Since train watchers are known as “foamers” are ship watchers known a sea foamers? I live in Minneapolis and don’t get up to The Twin Ports as much as I’d like, love the area and glad to see Duluth doing so well with industry and tourism.

[@vibewithmike]

Mark, I grew up in South Minneapolis by the airport. 58th and 28th Ave. Went to high school in Minneapolis too. I’m happy to see you found the channel and enjoy the ships. Thanks friend!⛴️

[@theitkamp]

Is there a list or schedule of ships and their arrival and departure time in Duluth? Thanks..... Tom from Eau Claire

[@vibewithmike]

Hey Tom! Here you go brother. harborlookout.com/ships#0

[@michaelstamper3444]

If The Fitz had been properly maintained and repaired as needed, she could still be on the Lakes today. All people seemed to care about were keeping the records rolling.

[@vibewithmike]

It’s a sad situation all around

[@1929modelagirl]

She is still steam turbine? I've caught a couple of your videos of her. Thank you for the history

[@vibewithmike]

Yes, she still is using the steam turbine. A total throwback to the old school ship. She is stunning to look at in person. I already can wait to see her again! Thanks for the question friend!⛴️👋

[@1929modelagirl]

@Vibe with Mike ⚓️ I truly love old machines and engineering. I drove a truck for over 40 years, I have 2 Model A's and I will always be in awe of what 'we' built over the past century plus that still gets the job done. Steam locomotives, tractors, ship loaders, steamship. . . I doubt todays Tesla's will still be fully functional 100 or more years from now. Keep catching these cool freighters! New ones too!

[@vibewithmike]

I’m a huge fan of Model A’s and T’s! In fact, when I was in Detroit I went out of my way to go look at the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant. That’s where the model T’s were originally made. The building still exists but it’s pretty much abandoned. I sort of close my eyes and imagined the cars coming out of that hand made assembly line. Here in Minnesota we have an event called Back to the 50s. I love looking at all of those vehicles and talking with the owners about their engines and modifications that were made. Take a look at the links below. Ford plant: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Piquette_Avenue_Plant Back to the 50’s:msrabacktothe50s.com/

[@FTW523.]

She was behind the Fitzgerald when she was lost

[@vibewithmike]

You’re exactly right! Trust me on this, when you have about a half an hour, please listen to this. It’s the most fascinating piece of audio and you literally get sucked into that night when the Edmund Fitzgerald sank. This is the actual Coast Guard audio from that night. You’ll hear the Captain of the Arthur Anderson agreeing to go out to look for the Fitz. It’s unbelievable, it starts at 20 seconds. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWGxnGqFqpuMi8ksi=49bdU7ab0amR8-rN

[@Steelfan2500]

You should make a top 5 laker ship’s video

[@vibewithmike]

Robert, great idea brother. At some point I will get to that. I’m not a big fan of doing editing. Unlike shooting and being done. Thanks for watching friend.👍⛴️

[@michaelchamberlain4618]

I broke ice around every ship in the Great lakes and some foreign ships also,USGC.

[@skycvg]

Brillant as usual. Mike, I was wondering, so often we see the first 100 plus or minus feet of the forward fence covered in tarps? Is that to deal with freezing spray off the bow during winter ops?

[@vibewithmike]

I’m going to look closer, where exactly are you seeing the tarps? At what time in the video is it most visible. I’m going to take a look.

[@skycvg]

@@vibewithmike 10:40, right in line with the Name, you can see a covering on the fence line from forward to aft 100ft or so

[@vibewithmike]

Yeah! I do see that. Now that I think about it I saw similar black tarp on the Indiana Harbor. I don’t know the answer but you have observed something very interesting. I hope someone sees these comments and can tell us.

[@berniesmith6466]

Hey Mike….do you still live in Minneapolis? If not, where do you stay in Duluth?

[@pixie706]

First time I've seen your ships .Do the sounds have a meaning at all

[@vibewithmike]

Eve! Nice to meet you! The app I use is called “MarineTraffic” and it has a blue ship for the logo. You will really enjoy it! You can research vessel names and follow ships all over the world. I hope you enjoy! There have been a few questions about the boat and bridge signal horns when the boats are entering and leaving the Port of Duluth. In most cases, once radio communication with the bridge has been established, use of the boat and bridge sound signals are not necessary and operation of the sound signals is left up to the captains. Often, boats will not use the loud horns after dark as a courtesy to city residents. So, most often when you hear the customary whistle/horn-blowing sequence of "long-short-short" it is a friendly salute to the Port of Duluth from the ship captain and is responded to by the lift bridge operator with the same sequence. The Master Salute is an upgraded more formal whistle/horn salute. That is “long-long-long-short-short.” While the famous sound may be a courtesy, it has long been part of the nautical tradition of this great inland sea port.

[@tylermcintyre1454]

Tyler Mac hello everyone good morning

[@mrkotter973]

What app are using to track the ships?

[@vibewithmike]

It’s called “MarineTraffic” It’s awesome! I would be lost with these ships without it.⛴️

[@davidschick6951]

WHAT! We don't have snow in Cedar Rapids! That much in Duluth??!!?

[@vibewithmike]

David, I can’t wait for that snow to melt away brother! 60’s this week!