CANADA TRIP
POONTOON BOAT RIDE
LADY'S NIGHT DINNER
Wednesday July the 7th was our day off and we chose to drive 280 mile The International Selkirk Loop. This loop encircle the spectacular Selkirk mountains in northern Washington, northern Idaho and the south east British Columbia. Nearly the entire loop route parallels crystal lakes and rivers. So the story goes these waters used by the native tribes, gold seekers and early settlers were the main highway of transportation. Today the loops, lakes, rivers, and trails are a vast playground with a myriads of opportunities for year round recreation.
We could see snow capped mountains lots of farmland with brilliant colors of wildflowers. The air even seems so fresh. The Canadians take pride with manicured lawns fresh painted framed homes. Several small towns each having a unique attraction for you to marvel. The best part of the trip was the ferry ride. It takes a good 45 min. you may get out of your car and gaze at the awesome overall view of your recent mileage.
The only negative would be parking. With our big Texas truck very difficult to park. Remember this part of the country people are very earth friendly.
We had to pass through custom coming and going. Did not have a long wait and the agent asked the formal questions what is your purpose for visiting Canada. How long you plan to stay? Do you have any food, plants, or guns with you? Seeing the Texas tags they assume we carry firearms. Yes they are a little tricky with questions but it is there job.
Just a foot note this America's Byway is one of only 27 all American Road National Scenic byways in the U. S. There are many more scenic, and back country byways for us to explore.
The other day we were heading into Hayden a small town about 10 miles from the park. We were on highway 95 frequently traveled by motorist with a speed limit 65 mph. Singing along with oldies on the radio, when a moose darted into the traffic. Harry slammed on the brakes the cars behind us doing the same. Screeching tires and swerving cars we all managed to miss the moose. As fast as he appeared he disappeared faster. Really no time to be alarmed it happen so fast, I was not able to get a picture.
Last night was ladies night for the volunteers of the park. About 16 of us headed to Bayview a very short 5 minute trip. The local owner of the Floating Patio Restaurant. He also rents pontoon boats for Lake Pend Oreille he took us ladies out on a 1 hour boat ride. The weather was perfect, it made the boat glide across the water. As the evening sun began to set, the cold water sparkled like glitter and the shadow creeping along the mountain side. A family of Mountain goats on the cliff single file marched out of our site. The ladies enjoying our special treat did not want the night to end. However we planed a evening together next Thursday for a friendly game of LCR.
Marty's birthday was Monday so her husband Duff, Harry and I took her to the Northern Quest Casino in Spokane. Very nice place Harry was able to play the Texas hold em tournament and placed 3rd. I played blackjack finally lost 23.00 dollars. In fact Marty was the big loser she gave the casino 60.00 bucks. After 5 hours of playing we went to the buffet and chowed down. They had some killer potato soup, I indulged in two bowls. Another favorite fried catfish which is rare for these area. Stuffed to the gills we wobbled out and head back to the park.
Our latest adventure all too soon has now become a memory pressed through the pages which will sweeten through the ages like fine wine.
Thank you guys for allowing me to share. All be safe xoxoxo
Juju
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