A few weeks before the start of the 2006 Tall Stacks Celebration, I had a chance to see the Belle of Louisville getting ready for the journey up the river. New paint, a check of the paddle wheel, a tune-up for the giant steam engines, and the Belle will be ready to go. Here are a few shots of the Belle of Louisville getting ready for the journey up river.
A Big Job for an Experienced Crew, ...
...The Paddle Wheel is Inspected...
...With Great Care.
Every Inch Must Be In Perfect Condition ...
Tall Stacks and the Race With the Queen Will Soon Be Here.