109 The Soo Locks: An Insider's View at America's Economic Gateway
In-Person | Registration opens 1/7/2026 9:00 AM CST
Join Mr. and Mrs. Captain for a unique journey through, alongside, and even beneath the Soo Locks. They’ll share fascinating history and little-known facts about the existing locks, the St. Mary’s River and the construction of the new “super lock” in Sault Ste. Marie, MI. This single waterway is a vital artery for the United States-critical to both national security and the economy-moving millions of tons of cargo each year, including essential materials like iron ore, coal, and grain. With countless voyages aboard freighters and tugs, tours inside and under the locks, and years of living right at the marina next to the locks while operating daily excursions on tour boats, Peggy and Ray bring a rare insider’s perspective-capturing stories, insights, and photographs that reveal the true importance of the Soo Locks.