Phase I of the ongoing refit of CSS Acadia is nearing its end, and the ship was opened up for visitors for the first time in a long time. Access was limited to the starboard side of the main deck, so that the public could see the re-decking progress.
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| Looking forward near the bow. |
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| Some tools of the trade and a sample of the douglas fir being used to replace the old decking. Yes, it really is that thick. |
Once the decking is installed, oakum is hammered into the joints between the deck planking, and eventually a black sealant installed above the oakum.
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| Looking aft along the starboard side. |
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| Looking aft at the stern. |
If you look closely in the above photo, you can see the wood plugs placed above the steel bolts that holds the deck planking down to the steel deck. Some of the black sealant can be seen amongst the planking to the right of the photo.
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| A deck level view - the oakum is installed, but the sealant is missing. |
Acadia's refit will continue into 2020. Built in 1913 and having seen service in both world wars, Acadia has earned the attention she is receiving.
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