Francois

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15.jpg (39777 bytes) I visted Francois again in 2000 and this time tied up to north end of the ferry wharf.

The ferry seems to stay in Francois most nights but the skipper doesn't mind you rafting off the ferry.  He even lets you use the crew's showers!
There are several challenging hikes round Francois and any of the locals will give you the information. This one on the east side of the harbour is so steep that a rope has been put up to help you down.

Most of the hikes have blazes but I wouldn't like to be caught out away from the town in a fog.

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14.jpg (38791 bytes) This 450ft cruise ship visited Francois several times in 2000 and was quite a sight anchored in the small fiord. They have been known to tie up to the wharf which is only 100ft long!

In 2000 my daughter and I were invited to the dinner for the passengers in the school building. The locals thought we were on the ship and the passengers thought we were locals - until we opened our mouths!
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