Arabia
The Arabia was built in Kingston Ontario in 1853. She had a long career, having to be rebuilt and repaired multiple times due to running aground. One of these incidents took place on Flowerpot Island, where luckily she lost only her cargo.
In 1884, the Arabia unknowingly made her final journey from Chicago to Midland, carrying 20,290 bushels of corn where she got hit by gale force winds and began to take on water. The crew tried to pump out the water to save her but the situation had become grave as they passed the Cove Island Lighthouse. The captain gave the order to run aground and abandon ship, leaving the Arabia to slip beneath the surface of Georgian Bay just off Echo Island.
1852
1884
°C seasonal
Boat / Shore
Barkentine
Strong currents
Conditions can change quickly with wind direction. Carry a light, SMB, compass, and cold-water exposure protection. Stay clear of overhead features unless properly trained.
Conditions can change quickly with wind direction. Carry a light, SMB, compass, and cold-water exposure protection. Stay clear of overhead features unless properly trained.
Trip Details | |
|---|---|
Departure | time |
Surface Interval | no idea |
Parking | somewhere |
Best Season | Not winter |
The Arabia hull is very intact, including the majestic bow and bowsprit extending into the waters of Georgian Bay. The stern is split and broken and the deck is collapsed. The ship's wheel is intact on a disarticulated section of deck off the starboard site.
- Bass
- salmon
Features include:
- Wheel
- Centerboard trunk
- Centerboard winch frame
- Bowsprit
- Two masts with tops
- Jib boom
- Two cat heads
- 2 wood-stock anchors
- Windlass
- Steering mechanism
- Rudder
