A blog about exploring North America in a Camper Van and a Sailboat.
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East or West?
7/23/2019 So, having traveled 420 miles east from the Rockies, we discussed continuing east or turning around and seeing more of the mountain west. Checking with Canadian friends we were assured that space would be available near iconic Rocky Mountain Canadian Parks. The decision was made to turn around and head west again. A pretty…
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Pleasure-Way Factory Visit
As I write this on 3/28/2020 the factory is closed to keep people safe during the Corona Virus pandemic. We wish the employees and company well and hope they will be healthy and return when “social distancing” is no longer necessary. 7/21/2019 Factory tours are something we have always found fascinating. Since we were going…
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Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
7/20/2019 Leaving the Pincher Creek, Alberta farm at 0842, we headed north before turning west in search of the story behind these Buffalo Skulls. Along the way, we stopped in Fort Macleod, Alberta. The Fort, a preserved Royal Canadian Mounted Police outpost, sounded interesting. We hoped to see the “Musical Ride” that has been going on since…
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Fernie, Frank Slide, and Pincher Creek
7/19/2019 Stopped for a shower in the big campground before leaving lake Koocanusa behind. Enjoyed bagel sandwiches in the pretty town of Fernie, British Columnbia. Several neat old buildings and nice shops are nestled into the mountains. Cut stones make up the Fernie City Hall. A train station is now shops and offices. The Visitors…
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Bruck to Canada
7/18/2019 Bidding farewell to the Schotts we headed north. After only one stop, to fill our fuel tank at Costco in Kalispell, we arrived in Whitefish Montana just before noon. Seeing a combination train station/museum, we had to stop. This unique Bruck (Bus-truck) was parked outside. The Bruck is a custom designed vehicle built for…
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Crowned and Camping in Montana
7/16/2019 Started the day cleaning clothes before heading north to the big city. Laundry facilities are always a welcome bonus when staying with friends. Thankful for landing an appointment, we arrived in Missoula for an 1130 evaluation of my broken tooth. Dr. Green at Discovery Dental Group saw me and offered several options. Knowing the…