The sun sets.

The moon rises.

Passing under the first bridge, Puente Atlántico, which leads us to the gateway of the Canal.

Entering the Gatún lock, following the well lit arrows.

Sailing yachts and small boats “nest” together in threes for efficiency, going through the busy canal. We nested with Irish Blessing on our port (left) side and Ruth II on the starboard (right) side. An Irish trio! We gave each of our neighbors a good luck leprechaun.

Louis chatting to the crew of Irish Blessing as we wait for the water to fill in Gatún lock

The nest behind us

Ruth II handling Panama lines.

The three “Atlantic” locks successfully completed.