At least twice a week, during the summer season, the ferry and supply boats come to town. They are a vital link to the outside world. During the winter only limited supplies come in by air and snowmobile. When the supply boats arrive the entire town is a bee hive of activity.
The reliable "Nordik Express"
First on the agenda is the gang plank that is hoisted into place:
Someone is getting a new skido:
Then come the containers:
This truck was to be delivered at another stop but had to be shuffled about in order to access other cargo:
As soon as the containers hit the dock a forklift either empties them or drags the whole container out of the way:
Meanwhile, on the other side of the wharf the supply boat, "Mecatina II" pulls up to the ramp and unloads cargo both via the ramp and also with a small crane:
Who is getting the four-wheeler?
Until next time:
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