Lock # 27. C & O Canal

A Memorial Day ride to the site of several engagements today at the Monocacy Aqueduct when Confederate Raiders attempted to impede canal traffic, and then a mile beyond to these old locks. Shown is the Canal and the lockmaster's quarters with my trusty mountain bike parked in front. This part of the canal has a lot of water from the recent rains

Two notes:

First I saw some adventurous types with their bikes loaded for the long haul from Georgetown to Cumberland. Well over 200 miles as I recall. Maybe an adventure for me once all is completed with my current tasks.

Second: I saw one fellow who had a small plastic fender on his mountain bike, and then looked down to see mud from the trail had spotted my trousers. Got it :)