Sunday, May 6, 2007

Jasper

Today was absolutely fabulous! I told Scott that I was up for doing anything that didn't include driving as the primary activity for the day. So... We got up early and went into Jasper and went to this awesome gorge (picture coming).

After that we drove up to the Valley of Five lakes and did some hiking. Along one of the trails we found a row boat that wasn't locked up and took it out on the lake and got some sun out on the beautiful teal water. There were a few issues with the boat though. One there was a bunch of water in it. Two, only one of the oars was actually in the oar lock and the other oar lock was totally busted. Needless it say it was the most bizarre paddling either of us had ever done.

We finished out the hike, ate our picnic lunches and then headed into Jasper to walk around and got some smoothies and sat out on the deck looking at the mountains and enjoying the warm day.

All in all a fabulous rest day, and tomorrow its back to the road! I have 1100 km tomorrow until Liard Hot Springs !

I'll update when I can, but I should be in Haines by Tuesday evening, or Wednesday morning.

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Glad to hear that your travels are going well ~ and that Scotty treated you to a fine Canadian day of rest! Be well, travel safe...we're all thinking of you. XoXo ~~Jen

Anonymous said...

Your pics are pretty cool, much more exciting than Illinois! Travel safe the rest of the way.

Ronni

Anonymous said...

Totally jealous of your weekend - sounds fabulous. Sorry that Lake Louise and Banff were too snowy, but your pics are awesome nonetheless!! Drive safely
Love- Mom

gina said...

Beautiful but it looks cold! It sounds like you've recovered from the Conference. Take care and soak it in! ~gina

Anonymous said...

Hey, I wore my Banff "May the forest be with you" shirt today in your honor.