We pulled away from the dock in Meldrum just before 8 am. The sky was hazy with that look to it that makes you wonder what the weather is really going to do. It wasn’t yellow and we didn’t hear freight trains so assumed all was OK. There is no cell service in Meldrum and hence no radar pictures to check on. One of the large trawlers on our dock had already left, travelling west, but the other two were staying on. As we left the harbour behind us we could see a small village struggling with the 21st century and the cost of bringing back the population which has left for economic reasons. All the lumber mills closed years ago. The general store is closed also so the closest place to purchase any amenities is at Gore Bay, a two hour boat run at high speed or about an hour down the road. The Inn will sell milk and bread if you’re desperate. The docks are small and in behind the old steel crib docks which the freighters used to use. These can be a challenge to docking on a windy day. There are washrooms but they are a long walk past the dock so not really useful. Most people use Meldrum as a place to check in with customs - phone in - and to gas up and maybe stay over one night. The young man running the marina was friendly and helpful, even making our dinner reservations for us at The Inn.

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