'Windy' makes inaugural sail to Navy Pier

The signs of summer are floating down the Chicago River.

On Wednesday, the 148-foot four-masted sailing-vessel named ‘Windy’ made its inaugural sail to Navy Pier.

‘Windy’ is the official ambassador for the City of Chicago.

The ship is kicking off the city's annual boat run.

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Over the next month and a half, there will be 27 bridge lifts to allow recreational sail boats to move from boat storage yards to harbors in Lake Michigan.

The next bridge lift will be Saturday at 8 a.m.