Vashon Island via the Virginia V
Our club's Vashon Island routes are very traditional but our way
to get to the island across Puget Sound from Seattle was not.
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Instead of taking the regular Washington State Ferries, members decided
to take the Virginia V, the last of the famous Mosquito Boat Fleet.
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The Virginia V docks at Lake Union's Historic Ships Dock
requiring you to enter and exit the lake via the ship canal.
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The boat is powered by a 19th Century Steam Engine which requires
a watchful eye from the crew to insure its proper operation.
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The normal time to cross Puget Sound from Seattle to Vashon Island
is about 20 minutes. On the Virginia V it takes about 3 hours.
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On Vashon Island cyclists on the Virginia V meet up with other
club members that slept in and took the regular ferry over.
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Everyone decided on a nice scenic loop around the main island
with a stop at Jensen Point for mid way picnic and socializing.
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To get all back to Seattle at a normal hour
everyone takes the Vashon Island to Fauntleroy Ferry.
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