Secret

Explore the mysterious wreck of the schooner Secret, lost in 1911 near Star Shoal in Georgian Bay, Ontario.

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

  • Name: Secret
  • Type: Schooner
  • Year Built:
  • Builder:
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Registered Tonnage: Unknown
  • Location: Off Star Shoal, Georgian Bay, Ontario
  • Official Number: Unknown
  • Original Owners: Unknown
  • Number of Masts: Unknown

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

Schooner

Description

The Secret was a schooner operating on Georgian Bay during the early 20th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.

History

In 1911, the Secret was destroyed by fire near Star Shoal in Georgian Bay, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Star Shoal was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a navigational point for vessels traversing Georgian Bay.

Significant Incidents

  • The Secret was destroyed by fire in 1911.

Final Disposition

Following the fire, the Secret was a total loss. There is no available information indicating that the vessel was salvaged or that any significant recovery efforts were undertaken.

Current Condition & Accessibility

There are no records indicating that the wreck of the Secret has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.

Resources & Links

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The loss of the Secret in 1911 near Star Shoal adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on Georgian Bay. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its destruction are scarce, the event underscores the risks faced by early 20th-century schooners operating in the region. Further research and exploration may one day shed more light on this enigmatic shipwreck.

Legacy Notes & Full Historical Record

This section preserves the original unedited Shotline content for this wreck so that no historical detail is lost as we transition to the new logbook format.

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

  • Name: Secret
  • Former Names: None known
  • Registration Number(s): Unknown
  • Date Built and Launched: Unknown
  • Measurements: Unknown
  • Date Lost: 1911
  • Location: Off Star Shoal, Georgian Bay, Ontario

Vessel Type

Schooner

Description

The Secret was a schooner operating on Georgian Bay during the early 20th century. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.

History

In 1911, the Secret was destroyed by fire near Star Shoal in Georgian Bay, Ontario. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its cause and whether there were any casualties, are not well-documented. Star Shoal was a significant area for maritime activity during this period, serving as a navigational point for vessels traversing Georgian Bay.

Final Disposition

Following the fire, the Secret was a total loss. There is no available information indicating that the vessel was salvaged or that any significant recovery efforts were undertaken.


Located By & Date Found

There are no records indicating that the wreck of the Secret has been located or documented by maritime archaeologists or divers.

Notmars & Advisories

  • Obstruction: Due to the lack of information about the wreck’s location, there are no known navigational obstructions associated with the Secret near Star Shoal.
  • Navigation: Mariners should always exercise caution when navigating near Star Shoal, as uncharted hazards may exist.

Resources & Links

Conclusion

The loss of the Secret in 1911 near Star Shoal adds to the historical narrative of maritime incidents on Georgian Bay. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its destruction are scarce, the event underscores the risks faced by early 20th-century schooners operating in the region. Further research and exploration may one day shed more light on this enigmatic shipwreck.

Suggested Keywords, Categories, and Glossary Terms

  • Keywords: Secret, Star Shoal shipwreck, Georgian Bay maritime history, 1911 schooner fire
  • Categories: Shipwrecks of Georgian Bay, Maritime incidents in Ontario, 20th-century schooner accidents
  • Glossary Terms:
    • Schooner: A type of sailing vessel with two or more masts, typically with the foremast shorter than the mainmast.
    • Star Shoal: A location in Georgian Bay, Ontario, known for its significance in maritime navigation during the early 20th century.
    • Fire: A destructive burning event that can lead to the loss of a vessel.

Please note that due to the limited available information, some details about the Secret remain unknown.

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