Identification & Site Information:
- • Name: Bob Foote
- • Location: Little Tub Harbour, Tobermory
- • Service: Early 20th-century workboat.
- • Fate: Burned and sank in 1905, becoming one of the earlier wrecks in Little Tub Harbour.
Vessel Type:
The Bob Foote was a workboat typical of the early 1900s, used for various industrial and transportation purposes around the Tobermory area. Such vessels were vital for local commerce and transportation, especially in challenging Great Lakes environments.
Description:
The Bob Foote has limited historical documentation, indicating its primary role as a functional utility vessel in the region. Its burning and subsequent sinking in 1905 marked one of the earlier wrecks in the Little Tub Harbour area, now a hub for maritime heritage and diving activities.
Final Dispositions:
The exact conditions surrounding the sinking of the Bob Foote remain sparsely documented, but the site is considered part of the rich underwater cultural landscape of Tobermory. The vessel rests within a popular area for divers, renowned for its excellent Visibility and rich marine history.
Located By & Date Found:
No definitive details on the rediscovery or archaeological investigations surrounding the Bob Foote have been documented.
Notices & Advisories:
Given its location in Little Tub Harbour, there are minimal navigational hazards, but divers are advised to maintain situational awareness due to occasional boat traffic. The area is known for its excellent diving conditions but can experience occasional currents.
Resources & Links:
- Save Ontario Shipwrecks for detailed diving guidelines and conservation efforts in Tobermory.
- Maritime History of the Great Lakes for historical context and similar wrecks.
- Bruce Peninsula Tourism for information on access and local dive shops.
- 3DShipwrecks – Bob Foote
3D Model – Bob Foote
Bob Foote by 3DShipwrecks on Sketchfab
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Tobermory wrecks, Little Tub Harbour history, Great Lakes shipwrecks, Bob Foote wreck, Ontario diving sites.