(July 11 – written by Dave) It was very quiet overnight in the state park last night. We didn’t hear any wildlife - not that you would know if one of those giant slugs was “rushing” around. What sound does a rushing slug make anyway? Given the lack of slug trails this morning, I think … Continue reading Scenic day – Bogachiel State Park to Quinault Lake (103k/3237k)
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Bike rules day – Elwha Dam to Bogachiel State Park (102k/3134k)
(July 10 – written by Dave) We were up early and nearly first in the camp kitchen using the stove and kettle – I could get used to such creature comforts. The only problem with the kitchen was the guy in there watching FOX news – we’ve been enjoying our mostly news free mornings, Trump-news … Continue reading Bike rules day – Elwha Dam to Bogachiel State Park (102k/3134k)
Back to the USA – Victoria BC to Elwha Dam, Washington (21k/3032k)
(July 9 – written by Nancy) Well, today was the day we had to say goodbye to Canada, beautiful Victoria and our great Warmshowers hosts and head back to the US. Yesterday we had another great day exploring the city. We visited Craigdarroch Castle, where one of the early wealthy Victorian families made their home … Continue reading Back to the USA – Victoria BC to Elwha Dam, Washington (21k/3032k)
The Butchart Gardens
We spent a good deal of today at the Butchart Gardens. It is quite the place. There were lots of people but heaps more blooms. It was really hard to pick out which pictures to post but here's a sample of what we saw - enjoy (sorry, mountain lovers out there - this is a … Continue reading The Butchart Gardens
Vancouver Island complete –Salt Spring Island to Victoria (56k/3011k)
(July 6 – written by Dave) What a great day we had today! It started with more campground stories with various other travellers. Most impressive was 9 year old Amelia (and her parents Diane and Rob). Yesterday Amelia rode 49k on Salt Spring Island roads with her parents. Well, let me tell you, there are … Continue reading Vancouver Island complete –Salt Spring Island to Victoria (56k/3011k)
Island hopping – Nanaimo to Salt Spring Island (74k/2955k)
(July 5 – written by Dave) Jungle Pot RV park turned out to be fairly quiet over night, in spite of being right on the motorway. We were either tired or the truck traffic may have calmed down. Either way, we slept ok. While we were in a big city (Nanaimo) we were a long … Continue reading Island hopping – Nanaimo to Salt Spring Island (74k/2955k)
Happy 4th of July in the sunshine – Cumberland to Nanaimo (108k/2881k)
(July 4 – written by Nancy) We hit the road today after a nice relaxing day off in Cumberland. Yesterday we didn’t do much but wander the town a bit, drink some nice coffee, eat some good food and do some planning for our route into Portland. Cumberland is one of those towns where you … Continue reading Happy 4th of July in the sunshine – Cumberland to Nanaimo (108k/2881k)
Island spirit–Campbell River to Cumberland (55k/2773k)
(July 2 - written by Dave) We survived Canada Day night in the Campbell River Fishing Village. The Mounties only had to come the park once and really, it was just a minor domestic disturbance that barely merited wasting the time of Canada’s finest. The fireworks were somewhat loud and didn’t start until 10:30. Not … Continue reading Island spirit–Campbell River to Cumberland (55k/2773k)
Canada Day –Sayward Junction to Campbell River (74k/2716k)
(July 1 - written by Dave) Super quiet night in tenting area of the Sayward Valley Resort. The owners were working feverishly on their Canada Day float late into the night but neither of us heard a sound. We were both a little tired from the sun – we think. We are liking this warm … Continue reading Canada Day –Sayward Junction to Campbell River (74k/2716k)
Sign confusion day –Woss Lake campground to Sayward Junction (74k/2642k)
(June 30 - written by Dave) We had an exciting night in the old Woss Lake Campground. We were in bed early and sometime – I have no idea what time it was – some varmints decided that they wanted to investigate our tent. Small varmints of unknown origin. Luckily, Nancy heard them and roused … Continue reading Sign confusion day –Woss Lake campground to Sayward Junction (74k/2642k)
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