DAY 20- Kalispell to Cranbrook, BC

The day started off with a wonderful breakfast of baked breads, fruit, yogurt and delicious coffee at the Kalispel Hotel, much like at a good B and B. I led the morning meeting, but wasn't ready to go as I was blogging. Half of the group decided that they wanted to go through Glacier and Waterton Park over the Road to the Sun, 284 miles, so that required extra preparation. Roger kindly  copied the map for those going on that route, and Steve was in charge. Those of us who had already done that route on MOA 2, plus Anne who rode with Bob, went the planned route to Ft. Steele. Upon loading into the car, I discovered that my sunglasses were missing, and I suspect they were at the Japanese restaurant from last night. The hotel ladies said they would check when it opened. We stopped at Walgreen's where I bought 2 pair for the price of one. We caught up with the group at Eureka and had an early lunch.
It was another beautiful day although thankfully a bit cooler. The drive was through a lot of trees and lakes again. We crossed the border into Canada without a hitch, although every one of us told the border man a different length of time we would be in the country.

Upon arrival at Fort Steele Historic park, we took the steam train ride, then walked around the old town. The town hadn't started the official summer (tomorrow), so there were no performers around. It wasn't very exciting, but the ice cream was good.

We drove to our motel in Cranbrook BC, nothing special, but nice people. They recommended  Franks Steaks and Schnitzel for dinner, so 11 of us went there. It was very delicious but VERY SLOW so we didn't finish until 10 PM when it was still light out. Some of the group who went over the hill, said they had a wonderful time.
I talked to Ken and Pat, and they will be joining us at Quesnel on Sunday in their Plus 8. They will be visiting their pregnant daughter on Friday or Saturday- and perhaps new grandchild as the daughter was due this week. Perhaps she will deliver on my birthday, July 2.
Don't expect a timely blog the next three days, as we will be in Fairmont Hotels where they charge for internet. This is day 20 and so far, almost all motels have had free internet. But the most expensive by far, charges for internet. Go figure.
The sky is blue this morning.... although the predicted weather isn't so good. Kristi tells me daily that our kitties miss us so much. We miss them too.
And DaseMay ran well,
See you soon.

Lindas note from yesterday

Hi All, We are on day 19 and getting ready to enter Canada tomorrow. Tonight we are in Kalispell, Montana. We has a great run today through beautiful country. The speed limit is 75 mph! I am in heaven! And DasyMay is acting beautifully for the last 3 days! Life is good. Friends are fabulous and the hotel we are staying in tonight is wonderful. It is old and beautiful and the people are the nicest ever. We have been in several places, which when I get back, I will publish. I have never had so many helpful staff in so many different hotels. It seems like they are here when we arrive and are still there when we leave in the morning.And they never lose their ability to smile and be helpful.

Everybody we see loves our cars - and sometimes - people like mine best of all! It is so shiny (when it is clean! which isn't often) but because I have the oldest one and it is the only bright red one. DasyMay just puffs up for the crowds!
The scenary is more than I can describe. It would be nice if my camera worked - but alas, it does not so I have to wait for my friends to send me their photos before I can show anybody the great Rockies!



I am looking forward to Canada because this is a part of Canada that I have never seen. I am sure we will have internet access so I can continue to write. However, sometimes, when the route is long - I am too tired to write!



Love to all. Linda