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CVO Social => Ride Report => Topic started by: Jock on September 01, 2017, 08:30:17 PM
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Last year I began the process of thinking of potential locations to visit in the summer of 2017. I had a few in mind but nothing seemed to trigger that excitement. While speaking with a friend, they were dreaming of a visit to a certain area. Then it hit me! Go THERE!!!
While I have been there in the past they have been brief visits always saying I would like to spend more time there. So the thought process began. The questions were vast and many.
With a plan in mind, I started my journey but did not plan for what would come.
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Day 1 | Savannah, GA – Foristell, MO
This day would consist of a stop in Nashville, TN to meet with some friends and continue on to my consistent stop in Little Nashville, IL. I have stopped for fuel here over the years but never really saw this little church.
Located on Highway 127, Nashville, IL, this half-pint house of holiness is on an elevated boardwalk. There is no place to sit but you can kneel.
The church is fenced off but that did not stop us! Apologies Lord! Inside are some Bible verses on the wall and some thoughts to live by.
On this day I would be surrounded by cornfields, with periods of heavy rain and lighting. While riding in these conditions are never fun, sometimes they are necessary and I have come to appreciate them more since being rear-ended on the interstate while raining.
A good start to my journey…
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Day 2 | Foristell, MO – Chamberlin, SD
On this day it would be a basic gas and go type day. Temps in the mid-70’s with light rain throughout the day. Starting to see a number of motorsickles on their way!
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Day 3 | Chamberlin, SD – Sturgis, SD
A short and easy day that would let me to my first destination – Sturgis Bike Week! Temps were in the lower 80’s with light rain.
However before making it to Sturgis, it would be time to be Bad!
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The Badlands are a dry terrain and have been extensively eroded by wind and water.
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The wise choice would be to make the turn and stay on the road, don’t you think?
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Hello over there!
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Time for a Moon Walk!
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Or ride…
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Greetings Earthlings! ;)
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Taste the Rainbow of Colors!
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Between the rain and snakes, it’s time to roll… :o
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Onto Wall Drug
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The ladies here are a little stiff! ;)
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Yes indeed!
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Always welcomed
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If we don’t have it, you don’t need it… ;)
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Time for a lunch break in Wall, SD. It was good too. :2vrolijk_21:
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After lunch my destiny would take me to Rapid City for my home for the evening, then on to Black Hills H-D
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Plenty of inventory to choose from…
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It was the first Friday mid-morning of the Rally so crowds were thin which was good for me. Had to take care of some business at J&M Audio so that made it quick.
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As usual, it’s gonna cost ya if yer wanta git drunk here!
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A wide array of scooters to view while my helmet was being addressed.
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Different
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Funky
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Hardtail Indeed
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Colorful
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They are all over the place
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Buffalo Bill Baby!
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Got my business taken care of, it’s time to hit Sturgis.
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Welcome to Sturgis!
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Sturgis, SD – Main Street is already crowed and ready for some action!
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You don’t know Jack!
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Twins!
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The dog days of summer are winding down. Temps were pleasant. :)
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Proper Clothing!
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Ohhhhhhhh!!!!!!
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Yum! Pour Some Suga On Me! (http://www.myemoticons.com/images/emotions/shocked/shocked.gif)
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I’m thinkin’ ‘bout 50% of these folks will be needing an aspirin in the mornin’ or just start all over!
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Indian made sure their presence was known in town.
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The other locations were gearin’ up too!
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Speakin’ of gears
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Ridin’ Two Up!
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Sr. and Jr.
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Question: What do you get when you have a drunk 21 year old girl that sees a camera and what’s to be noticed?
Answer: More than can be shown here!
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Add a bar stool with a balcony! Oh Chit! (http://www.myemoticons.com/images/emotions/shocked/shock-4.gif)
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The next actions steps ain’t pretty…time to shut down and move downstairs! :'(
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And for your punishment you will receive… 8)
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First time this guy has ever hit the G Spot! ;)
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Time to head back to Rapid City and get some rest…
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Day 4 | Rapid City, Sturgis, Mt. Rushmore, Hill City, Full Throttle Saloon
An enjoyable day takin’ in some familiar sights and a new FTS location! There was light rain throughout the day with temps in the low 70s.
After a nice breakfast, it was time to re-visit the Presidents Heads, as my friend calls this National Monument.
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This National Memorial was carved into granite taking the Borglum family from 1927 to 1941 to complete the structure.
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The George Washington profile which is 60ft high!
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A scooter at the George Washington profile shot
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Let’s roll to Hill City…it’s lunch time! Saw a few folks I had met earlier in my trip enjoyin’ lunch too. Small world.
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Looks like the Iron Horses are roomin’ free and the Pale Man is in the Stockade!
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Somebody got some tail last night! ;)
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Old Bikers, Old Dogs, We All Need Some Love!
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After a lunch it was time to cruise…
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Speaking of being old but not Dead – Deadwood, SD
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Parkin’ Lot Full!
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The crowd is rollin’ in and the light rain is comin’
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All kinds of bikes from all kinds of places…
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Right On!
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Need a sign?
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Time to head to the new Full Throttle Saloon…
One of the first things you will notice when you make the journey is how far from Strugis this place is! In the middle of nowhere! :o
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Reporting for duty! ;)
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This flag is for you Marty! :2vrolijk_21:
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Woohoo! Another great pictorial adventure. Thanks Jock! :huepfenjump3:
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Immediately when you walk in, the band is playin’ just like the ole FTS.
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Check out the inside digs…
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Woohoo! Another great pictorial adventure. Thanks Jock! :huepfenjump3:
Make sure you take care of Cody for us!
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Get Your Motor Runnin’ with an Ice Cold Bud!
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And outdoors…
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This place is continuing to be rebuilt but of course it takes funding first…
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The new stage…
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The entertainment…let’s see – The moon is in the seventh house!
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So what should you do? Start with placin’ your hands on the moon!
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Wala!
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mmmm…Redhead! I am thinkin’ pain!
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I think we are close to a full moon and you know what happens durin’ these! BAD!
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Let’s open up the door and take a look! SHAZM!
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School’s back in!
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A little more to the right… ;)
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Our next walk is for Couples Only. Couples Only Please! :D
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Space Invaders!
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A Thrill Show!
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Meanwhile the FTS crowd is startin’ to build! It’s around 3pm. By the way, the overexposure on the sky is partially due to smoke. :o More on that later…
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mmmm…
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Ladies! Nice!
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Just the way I like ‘em…Over and Under!
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Weeeee!
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Caution! Flyin’ Azz! :o ;)
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TaDa!
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But Wait! There’s more! ;)
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You make me go round, round,
Like a merry-go-round,
Round, round
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And another Thrill Show!
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And because two is NOT enough!
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The day stripper team is gearin’ up for the afternoon crowd
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Shots On The Go!
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Time to split…
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Cause I have a headache…wonder why?
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Exit Stage Left
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Time to head to Main Street for some dinner across from the Iron Horse Saloon
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Day 5 | Rapid City, SD – Helena, MT
Since the Sturgis Bike Rally was to be just a point in my destination it was time to head out.
I would be taking some two lane roads to Helena including those that would take me by Devils Tower.
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My voyage would take me down US Highway 12 where I could find some wildlife of a different kind.
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Day 6 | Helena, MT – Kalispell, MT
After a fairly long day yesterday, it was nice to have an easier one today.
One of my first stops would be in Arlee, MT – Garden of One Thousand Buddhas! Here you will find 1,000 Buddhas filling a large, eight spoked garden. A peaceful place.
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The path to the garden…
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A few quotes from Buddha…
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And of course one of the most famous…
Man who go to sleep with itchy azz
Wake up with…
Oh forget about it!
:D
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Let the peace and tranquility begin
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Some deposits by visitors
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Enter
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Can you count to 1,000?
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Where’s Buddah?
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Buddah who?
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Like the energizer bunny they keep goin’
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Which Buddah is this one? It’s Buddityful!
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Words to remember…
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Up on the hill is a carousal of flags…What is it?
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A reflection pool…
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With big fish too! I guess the fishing here is limited! :D
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mmmm…he does not look pleased!
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Ahhhhh…more like it…
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Calmin’ waters to cleanse the soul…
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Seeds from the sower…
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What does it mean?
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I am unsure but it is peace in nature…
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Perhaps the answer can be found here?
I took more time here than I planned however it was good and I was in a good place.
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Time to saddle up and travel on to my next adventure
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Geez! Again!
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More rain in the future?
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Polson, MT would be my next major attraction and is home to the Miracle of America Museum! This Smithsonian of the West has over 112,000 items! If memory serves me correctly I believe it was $6.00 to enter and there is a ton of “stuff” in there!
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Greetings Earthlings and Welcome!
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Yes there is motorcycle “stuff” inside too!
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Big Boy “stuff” too!
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See the world in a luxury camper! We have come a long way baby!
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Let’s go inside!
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Visitors from around the world have come here…
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Great picture story once again Jock. Although I have to ask, Who's taking the pix of you that you are posting. Camera on a tripod is not a valid answer as several pix of you show your camera in hand.
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This would be a good place to remind everyone of my normal disclaimer…
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Great picture story once again Jock. Although I have to ask, Who's taking the pix of you that you are posting. Camera on a tripod is not a valid answer as several pix of you show your camera in hand.
My Road Dawgs
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There are sections of many types within these walls…
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Flying Monkeys? Say it ain’t so! Wizard of Oz!
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A quarter will play the piano
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Play music…Yowza, Yowza, Yowza!
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Customs Warning
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Military / Weapons
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A “Dick” head shower head! ;)
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For the ladies, the latest trend in perms!
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For the men…
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Check it out…
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The 1946 Doodlebug
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The original snow bike app
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Who did not learn to ride their motorcycle through this exciting technology?
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The Eliason Motor Toboggan
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The Sprint
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For all of us IronButt Riders! No reason to stop for that rest room break now! Bring it back!
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Rut Roh!
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By the way, Meth can kill ya!
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I think I had one of those!
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AeroSpace too
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Motor Bike
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Before the telephone, the telegraph! Kinda wish we had those days back at times!
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I’ll have a root beer float please!
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And outside…
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ALIENS / UFOs DO EXIST!
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Test your strength daily
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Wheelie Man!
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Tools for the trade
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My Green Acres Tractor
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When is the last time you have seen one of these?
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I have a friend near Memphis that could get these machines goin’…you know who you are!
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Snowmobiles
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Most excellent!
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I think those were once in Glacier National Park
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Hey! A Screamin’ Eagle Limited Edition!
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Looks safe!?
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10-4 Rubber Ducky
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For your convenience we have outdoor restrooms too!
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Gotta go and plow the field honey. Be back in three weeks!
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And from here school will never be the same…
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I bet there are some students that should be caged now!
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Choo Choo
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Adventure Island
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The original Clown Car…from a Stephen King novel perhaps…
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Got Drugs?
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And what better method to store explosives?
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Who needs the latest kitchen when this one did the job? Guess that applies to motorsickles too!
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Break Time – VW Bus Style
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Time to say so long to this ole Screamin’ Eagle of a Museum. If you are in the area, it is worth the look.
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Just be prepared to rest after the visit! ;)
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Day 7 | Kalispell, MT – Egypt
WTH Egypt! Yep! Below is the photo to prove it! I am visiting the pyramids!
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Oh well I tried…How ‘bout Glacier National Park!
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This is not my first time to this rodeo and certainly not my last however this time is different! SMOKE! And plenty of it! :o
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Everywhere you turn…SMOKE! :(
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But the water was still crystal clear!
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The smoke conditions made the visit somewhat disappointing but still enjoyable. :(
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Roll On Baby
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And yes, if you can see through the smoke, there is still some snow left!
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Smoke and clouds
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Tunnels
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Well…
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Bird Woman Falls
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The hills are alive with the Sounds of Music!
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Logan Pass
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Stairway to Heaven?
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Fun road
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Don’t go chasin’ waterfalls…
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What do they see?
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After a full day in Glacier National Park it was time to make a decision! The smoke that I had been experiencing for the last several days was getting worse. Even more importantly it was coming from my primary destination! The Banff National Park Area / Lake Louise / Jasper! CHIT!
And so began the review of information! What to do? The roads I wanted to ride were closed or being closed. The visual quality would be even worse if I traveled forward. It was time to abort my original destination. Now what?
Back and forth…mmm…
Time to head South but where…Butte, MT! It was 4:30pm when I started my journey to Butte, so it would be another long day. Daytime temps were in the lower 60s so at time that placed us in the 50s!
Crank up the motorsickle and ride baby!
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Day 8 | Butte, MT – Cody, WY
Mike Tyson once said, “everybody has a plan until they are punched in the face” and he was correct on me. I had a plan but not a plan B which I rarely forget to do. So it not the case here! Lesson learned AGAIN!
My plan B journey would start a short distance from my overnight stay – Yellowstone National Park
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Always a beautiful destination but you can still see the smoke here too…there were some fires that started in MT too.
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Smile you goof ball!
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Geysers all around ya
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You have been warned!
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Painted Pots – Celestine Pool
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Painted Pots
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The rain is comin’
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Painted Pots – Clepsydra Geyser
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The color is amazing
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Let’s take a ride…
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Of course…Old Faithful!
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Surrounding Old Faithful!
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As the sun begins to set on the hotel…
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Time to head out of the park…
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And head to my hotel in Cody, WY…
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As I ended the day I would experience rain, lower temps, heavy hail – no helmet – OUCH! Another long day but fun!
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Day 9 | Cody, WY – Rapid City, SD
I would start my day off at my favorite restaurant in Cody – Granny’s! Always packed but always good, at least for me.
My morning would take me by a little church with an awesome view…at least if it were not for the smoke.
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We start with the Chief Joseph Highway!
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Note that this highway will lead you to Beartooth Highway but note the sign.
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It is so interesting how this road changes…
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Beware of the Open Range
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And Elk
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Dead Indian Hill Summit – 8,000 ft.
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A little chilly!
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One of the gorges
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From the Chief Joseph Highway you obtain the best view of the “Beartooth”, when it is not smoky at least
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And so it begins…Beartooth Highway
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The waterfall entrance
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Surrounded by lakes
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With the nice curves
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Yield the majestic scenery
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At the top – WY / MT
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Way back there – The Bear’s Tooth
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After getting’ bit in da azz by the Bear, another long day – When I say long I mean a hotel check-in after 10pm with an early start time each day. I arrive BACK in Rapid City, SD! Now what?
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Absolutely and totally enjoying this thread. Thank you Jock; very much :2vrolijk_21: .
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Enjoying
Enjoyed yer travel log as usual Jock. :bananarock:
Safe Travels
TN
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:2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21: Thanks for sharing !
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Jock, you da man! !
Mike
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Once again.....thanks a bunch for taking us along! Good to see you in the photos for a change....kudos to your road dogs. Where in the world is Jock?
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Jock I wish I would have know. 3 other DC firemen and myself made the same trip. We ended our trip at Glacier and beat feet east after that. We did not do Chief joseph Hwy this year. We ended up doing the Grand Loop. No matter what it is absolutely beautiful out there!!!! Thanks for sharing your trip with us.
Be Safe
THE DAWG
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Way back there – The Bear’s Tooth
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There's the Bear's Tooth on a clear day!
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There's the Bear's Tooth on a clear day!
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Excellent
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Where in the world is Jock?
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Day 10 | Rapid City, SD – Machu Pichhu
Where’s Jock? Machu Pichhu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World!
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I wish! Instead I woke up to a check engine light that I discovered three miles outside of Rapid City. What to do?
I decide to take the bike to the Rapid City Dealership for them to read the code. I am greeted by a gentleman who was working from another dealer down in Phoenix, AZ. He appears to be knowledgeable and checks out the code – Coolant Pump! SHAZAM!
He states that they have a shipment coming this morning if that is the case. I check out the line in front of me and decide to make it happen. Good decision.
He works with me regarding a number of concerns – under promises and over delivers which proved to be a great experience. Being appreciative of his attention I reward his efforts and spend some extra cash inside the dealership on some well-priced clothes.
What could have been a disaster was greeted with a pleasant experience. GOD was certainly with me and had me covered.
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After a morning at the dealership, I head west to end my day in Mitchell, SD. A place I have not seen in some time.
The Corn Palace!
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The Palace, with its mad mix of onion domes and minarets, looks like it was drop-kicked out of czarist Russia.
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It was originally built in 1892 to show off the fertility of South Dakota soil and lure settlers. It was rebuilt in 1905 and then again in 1921.
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Mitchell's Corn Palace is built out of reinforced concrete, not corn. Every spring, however, its exterior is completely covered with thousands of bushels of native South Dakota corn, grain and grasses that are arranged into large murals.
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I know – It’s kinda corny! 8)
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The Corn Palace serves as an auditorium for touring celebrities (Lawrence Welk played there five times), as a sports arena for the various Kernels teams, and as the headquarters of Corn Palace Week, the apex of Mitchell's yearly social calendar.
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Mt Rushmore
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Huntin’
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Very spring, however, its exterior is completely covered with thousands of bushels of native South Dakota corn, grain and grasses that are arranged into large murals.
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I’ll never smoke weed with Willie again! ;)
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Rock Me Baby!
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Day 11 | Mitchell, SD – Forest Lake, MN
Oh, Oh, Oh Green Giant!
Located in Blue Earth, MN, the Jolly Green Giant stands over 55 ft. tall!
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Not him you silly goose!
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Him!
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The Giant at 55ft tall and Me, little ole Sprout at 5’10”
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A close up
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And our dog friends are welcomed too!
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Onward to Austin and I ain’t talkin’ Texas either! Austin, MN. Why?
SPAM!
Nope! I ain’t talkin’ junk mail!
SPAM – The Mystery Meat!
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The Mystery Meat Defender!
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What would the world be without SPAM?
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Say what? It’s hard enough to find one of them much less 13 varieties! :o
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The Great SPAM Viking!
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How is it made you ask?
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SPAM is like music to my ears!
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Whata guess? I already told you I am 5’10”.
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Did you guess right? If so, you are a SPAM Wizard!
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Which may entitle you to choose the next variety of SPAM!
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Did you know…
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Befpre the Hooters Babes there was The Hormel Babes!
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Now those are some low prices…
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Who would not want a SPAM gift? :-\
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Me and my good friend SPAM in Hawaii! Aloha!
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Time for me to hop on my HOG and hit the trail!
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Say cheese baby! Buffy the cow is 20ft long and 15ft tall! Now start milkin’!
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In Owatonna, MN, you will find the T-38 Talon Thunderbird Jets.
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Frozen in mid-acrobatic upside-down flight, made with the real aircraft.
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Also in Owatonna, MN, a rare giant rendition of Book of Revelation Jesus on a stallion with sword and fighting spirit!
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A word of caution…the brick foundation is a little lose.
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Farther North in Minneapolis, MN, we find the Walker Art Center’s Sculpture Garden.
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Here you will find the giant spoon and cherry which as a total weigh of over 7,000 pounds! The cherry stem is a fountain that sprays into the bowl of the spoon and pond.
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It does not feel that heavy to me!
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Terry and Karen, you would be proud to know that the rooster looks over the city!
Cock-A-Doodle-Do
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Not sure what the artist called this piece but I call it a difficult swingin’ platform!
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One of my fans came out to “support” me! ;) :D
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You can ring my bell!
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Did not quite hit the mark here! It’s harder than it looks!
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Wind chime tree
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Some call it art! I call it…
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Nearby you can find…America’s First Basilica
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A heavenly place indeed
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Unfortunately I could not go in as the organist was practicing
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Another flag for my friend Marty!
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Perhaps on the next trip… :)
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This is what happens when blue balls proceed to something worse?
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This is what happens when blue balls proceed to something worse?
YIKES!
:o
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Thank you so much Jock for allowing us to tag along on your wonderful journey.
Once again you have entertained and educated us with your amazing photos and comments.
Terrific ride report. :2vrolijk_21:
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Day 12 | Forest Lake, MN – Duluth, MN
Most of my journey to-date has been filled with overcast skies and today would not be an exception. Temps have been pleasant and today would bring the upper 60s. It would be a short ride, which was nice considering the long days I have been having. This would allow me to check out the Duluth area but it would include some rain.
My first stop would be Enger Tower which stands ~ 530 ft tall and overlooks Lake Superior.
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The tower is located in a park, which I enjoyed a local coffee from a truck vendor. There are some other features of the park of which I did not have time to visit.
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Each of the tower’s levels has a lookout and there is a green beacon on the top that can be seen for miles.
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At the top, you will be provided with panoramic views of the Twin Ports.
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And a golf course
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Suddenly some purple smoke appeared! Did Prince return to his beloved Minnesota?
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If you have not already noticed, I like to visit local churches during most of my rides. Today’s visit was Cathedral of our Lady Rosary.
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I had the opportunity to meet the newly ordained priest and discuss the area with him. A nice young man filled with the hope and joy to spread to his parish.
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The organ had just been rebuilt and it was being played during my visit.
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One of the moments outside my hotel on the Lakewalk.
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Time for lunch…GrandMa’s Saloon & Grill it would be…
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This place was filled with items of interest to view and ponder upon but I was hungry and raced down the hallway to eat!
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Holy Fish! That was one large fish sandwich! Homemade onion rings too!
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Did someone say desert?
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Ahhhh…NO!
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Ahhhh…YES!
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HOG HEAVEN
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One of Duluth’s landmarks is the Aerial Lift Bridge. The bridge was built in 1905 as the first transporter bridge however converted to a vertical lift bridge in 1929.
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Boats of all types enter the canal causing the bridge to go up and down.
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The bridge can be reaised to its full height of 135ft in about a minute and lifted ~ 5,000 per year. During my time on the Lakewalk, it was lifted three times. You can walk underneath the bridge up or down and fun to watch under the platform.
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The US Army Corps of Engineers maintain a nearby maritime museum here.
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The Canal Park is where you will find the Downtown Lakewalk. The walk is ~ 4 miles long and here you will find a lighthouse pier, the Aquarium, the floating ship museum and my hotel.
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In the great romantic tradition of Paris, “love locks” have come to Duluth.
The padlocks, adorned with initials, hearts and other marker-drawn doodles, have mysteriously appeared on some wooden poles from an old pier along Lake Superior. People strolling down the Lakewalk in Canal Park began noticing the so-called “lock trees” recently, though it’s not known when the first lock appeared or who put it there.
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Not quite the sandy beaches I have back home but it works.
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A couple of lighthouses at the canal.
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Behind me is my home for the evening.
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As you would expect, the water is clear and COLD!
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Minnesota’s Slip Bridge
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For all to see in Duluth!
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The remmants of a ship wreck that occurred many moons ago. Here we see some locals enjoying the cold water and some funtime!
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Tonight’s view from my hotel room. All is Good but my time in Duluth would be ending.
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Day 13 | Duluth, MN – Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
The day would be filled with overcast skies, light rain and the introduction of some new scenery. It has been a number of seasons since I was in this area and had forgotten most of it as I returned to visit. Here I would begin my plan B of my journey. The Lake Superior circle.
Prior to leaving Duluth I was seeking out a few locations I wanted to visit yesterday but unfortunately did not due to heavier rain.
I found the Leif Erickson statute however could not location the Viking ship. I really wanted to see this reproduction however finally had to give it up.
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So it was time to head down Bob Dylan Way and be Like A Rolling Stone!
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One of my first stops would be in Two Harbors
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Two Harbors is home to Agate Bay Beach, Two Harbors Lighthouse and the Agate Bay docks with load ore boats
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The Two Harbors Light is the oldest operating lighthouse in Minnesota.
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Construction was completed in 1892. There were three keepers. The tower is ~ 50ft tall and the head keeper’s residence is attached. The walls of the tower were built three bricks thick and the house was five bricks thick. SHAZAM!
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Right down the road you will find Gooseberry Falls State Park which has a bridge over the falls.
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The falls themselves are nothing to brag about but the peace obtained by the sounds are tranquil.
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Besides you can get upfront and personal if you are willing to take the risk! My position – Live Like You Are Dying!
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Of course you get the crazy looks from the visitors too!
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At a roadside stop, off in a distance, you can see Split Rock Lighthouse located in Silver Bay, MN.
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The lighthouse was built in response to the great loss of ships during a 1905 storm in which 29 ships were lost in Lake Superior!
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It is built on a 130ft sheer cliff .
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At the time of its construction, there were no roads to the area and all building materials arrived by water and lifted to the top by crane.
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The structure was completed in 1910 at a cost of $75,000, including the buildings and land.
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The steam sirens were replaced with a Type F-2 T diaphone type signal in 1936. The station and fog signal were electrified four years later but discontinued in 1961.
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The book of “instructions”
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The light was first lit in 1910 and in 1940 was electrified and the lamp was replaced with a 1,000 watt electric bulb.
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There were three keepers’ houses with one heck of a view!
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Onward and during the travels more amazing sights and sounds…but my next stop for photos would be Grand Marais, MN.
Joyne’s Department Store was not your average store either!
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World’s Best Donuts? I must try one and see!
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Well I guess I am in that group!
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At the time of my visit, ~ 3:30pm, they were winding down their day and had a limited selection. They do stay open until all of the donuts are sold which is between 3pm-4pm. They bake a large selection however I had a choice of three. I choose a cake cinnamon sugar donut.
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Beaver House! Hot Damn! OH! That kind of beaver! Ahhhh…
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Downtown you can walk across to the beach…of rocks…
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A cute little town to raise a family.
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Now I have heard of flying fish but never this BIG and through a roof no less! Time for me to hop on my steed and ride away.
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So at this point I am just a few miles from the Canada, time to get a helmet on and cross the border!
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I am greeted at the border by the unofficial Canadian mascot! Just 2ft from the bike!
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Once in Canada, there were a number of potential stops between the border and Thunder Bay, just not enough time to take them in. :(
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Day 14 | Thunder Bay, Ontario – Wawa, Ontario
Given the fact that I was having to develop plan B on the fly, I had not conducted the research I would have liked prior to this visit.
I was informed that the Sleeping Giant Provincial Park was a must see since it contained one of Canada’s wonders. Unfortunately after spending over 1-1/2 hrs with only a couple of cars on the road, I came up short! I was shocked since I was informed of its beauty and uniqueness.
Given that position, I had to take a photo to remind me of this experience. Not to mention the fact that I came 2ft off the seat as a result of the road condition when traveling too fast!
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Eagle Canyon Adventure contained Canada’s longest suspension bridge. In addition there is a zip line ½ mile long reaching over 45mph.
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Beware – To reach Eagle Canyon Adventure you must endure this road. At this point, I reminded myself that the road conditions would be poor and there would be plenty of road construction occurring.
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Rossport would be a stop off the beaten path
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The Aguasabon Falls and Gorge boardwalk leads to a viewing platform overlooking the 10ft. falls. The road is paved and the boardwalk is nice.
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Highway 17 does a nice job of hugging the bay with some interesting sights along the way. As you can see, yet another overcast day with some smoke from the Banff fires.
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Curling! I am not certain I will ever understand this sport.
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In addition to the Marathon Curling Club, it is home to Pebble Beach. Now I have been to Pebble Beach in the States and even blessed to have ridden through there curtesy of fellow website members but this ain’t that Pebble Beach!
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First you must go down the steep path to the beach!
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Then you arrive – Pebble Beach!
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Pebbles! I don’t think so! Heavy too! :o
Pounding waves and shifting ice polish the colorful rocks. Each spring the lake modifies the display by pushing the rocks up before rearranging the driftwood.
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At this point it is late and I was to settle here however that would not be the case! No motel rooms available. I was not going to back track and the next possibility was over 120 miles away. You gotta go! :'(
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White River, ON created Winnie's Hometown Festival to commemorate the little black bear cub, originally purchased in White River by a soldier during the first World War, and later to become an inspiration in children's literature.
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With all of the road construction krewes needing rooms and limited motel rooms, finding a one would prove to be difficult! I meet several people along the way attempting to conduct the same effort on motorsickles. We all laughed until it was getting dark. Why? Moose! Plenty of them too!
Finally I arrived in Wawa, ON, called all of the motels while on the bike but nothing. Was about to exit town and saw a sign – “Vacancy”! As I rode up to the motel…Rut Roh! The outside conditions made you think you are about to enter the Bates Motel!
Rough does not begin to describe that this place looked however it did not look like a room would be available until Sault Ste. Marie. I inquired of the status of the property and was informed that it had just re-opened after being closed for over two years. The lobby and hallways had not been refurbished however I was willing to take what I could get.
As I opened my door I was pleasantly surprised! The room had been refurbished and was quite acceptable. I was relieved and quickly reminded myself that I cannot judge a book by its cover.
In the morning when I departed I noticed that the sign was changed to “No Vacancy” and the dirt/gravel parking lot was full.
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Very nice and thanks for taking the time to do this!
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With all of the road construction krewes needing rooms and limited motel rooms, finding a one would prove to be difficult!
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In the morning when I departed I noticed that the sign was changed to “No Vacancy” and the dirt/gravel parking lot was full.
Jock, we two covered some mutual territory on our trips. Sturgis and all the sites, Devil's Tower, Helena MT - where I departed and headed north to Canada and Alaska.
Encountered the smokey roads and skies of Montana and into BC which likely blew out your Banff trip. Road construction in Canada was heavy and hotels full but I was able to get lodging by making reservations the prior day or early in the morning. Tok, AK was packed and I got lucky on the way in and out.
More smokey skies coming south into the US. The smoke extended from Great Falls, MT all the way down to Ogden, UT and then clear except for a fire east of Provo.
Keep posting my friend and ride safe!
Simon
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Day 15 | Wawa Ontario – Red Square
WOW! What a trip!
Привіт з Росії!
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Well at least I am in a different country. Staying on Highway 17 around the lake, there are some nice hills that surround the water.
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One of the get-a-ways – Sinclair Cove
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The Canadian Carver and Agawa Indian Crafts is located near Pancake Bay and a natural stop for tourists.
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Besides they have a…
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Canadian Carver is dedicated to providing a wide array of authentic and unique artwork by Canadian artists.
But is it a Screamin’ Eagle motorsickle…
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Not sure about the motorsickle but I believe we may have a winner here!
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Can’t you hear it!
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There is some pretty wild carvings here!
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Hey Mom! What’s that? There are quite a few of them up here!
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This would be as close as I would get to a moose on this journey.
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Chippewa River Falls is accessible right off the road.
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I found some beaver in Sault Ste. Marie and was even welcomed.
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Sault Ste. Marie Channel Locks Office
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Sault Ste. Marie Channel Lock
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It’s time!
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Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
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Welcome Back to the USA!
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From Sault Ste. Marie I would take US Highway 2 around Lake Michigan which is the Lake Michigan Circle ending up in Green Bay, WI. Another long day but it provided me with the extra time I was seeking for the end of the trip.
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Day 16 | Green Bay, WI – Milwaukee, WI
After a brief night of sleep and a trip to the H-D Dealer right by my hotel, it was time to hit the Home of the Green Bay Packers – Lambeau Field!
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The home field was opened over 60 years ago and named after long-time head coach Curly Lambeau. The stadium completed a renovation in the summer of 2013.
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Some of the Hall of Fame Players!
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Lambeu field is the oldest continually operating NFL stadium.
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Packer fans/former players are very friendly too!
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Vince Lombardi is best known as the head coach of the Green Bay Packers during the 1960s, where he led the team to three straight and five total NFL Championships in seven years, in addition to winning the first two Super Bowls following the 1966 and 1967 NFL seasons.
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Were #1 Baby!
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After being inducted as an honorary cheese head it was time to head to Menomonee Falls, WI for a Powertain Operations Tour! :)
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Since I provided them with a hair sample for drug testing and passed the competency test, I cannot tell you what that is, I was given the green light to pass through the steel gates! :coolblue:
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Knowing that the Journey would Begin here I was filled with anticipation! :huepfenjump3:
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Now as you may already know I could not take any photographs while inside of the plant however I can share that I was there prior to the 2018 launch. Some of the revisions that have already been announced were evident during my visit.
i.e. – Dyna equipment being removed, new powdercoat colors, etc.
In addition there was a leadership meeting being held and there was discussion regarding the coolant pumps and next action steps. While I did not see the 117 at my visit, the 117 was on the board as another topic of discussion that was going to take place.
I was fortunate enough to have a couple of conversations with team members there was some excitement for production crew.
All Good.
Including Me!
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So I was blessed with a tour from an unnamed source and it was time for kickstands to be up!
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Milwaukee here I come!
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My host hotel would be the Iron Horse Hotel! The property is located in the Milwaukee Fifth Ward. :2vrolijk_21:
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It has covered parking for your scooter! :)
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Just be aware of
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Inside the lobby you will find a comfortable sitting area with a H-D CVO ready to view.
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Red, White and Blue friendly too.
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A nice long and fully stocked bar ready to serve your thirsty needs! Pool Table!
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I know what you are thinkin’. What is this room? How about a library!
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Pet friendly with their own VIP treatment! :2vrolijk_21:
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Inside the guest rooms you will find premium bedding with a pillowtop mattress with Egyptian-cotton sheets. :)
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In addition blackout drapes, minibar, desk and table, plasma tv and a fun pic on the wall! :)
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Even a place to hang you wet gear, coats and take off the boots!
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The bathroom is completed with a walk in shower, bath robes and a few fun additions! :huepfenjump3:
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My view would be of Milwaukee and I could even see and walk to the H-D Museum. :2vrolijk_21:
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Milwaukee is the largest city in the state with plenty of opportunities to explore!
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The Pabst Theater is an indoor concert venue and landmark. Colloquially known as "the Pabst", the theater hosts about 100 events per year.
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The Man and My Hero – The Fonz – Heyyyyyyyyy! :2vrolijk_21:
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Off in a distance is City Hall tower…
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Taste the Rainbow! All Good!
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A little voice told me about a Safe House in Milwaukee…I think this is the place!
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Mmmm
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After being interviewed at the front door, asked a number of interesting questions, forced to dance with a stranger and providing the secret passcode, I was allowed into the intersanctum.
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Inside you will find a large number of intriguing artifacts filled with the secrets of the world!
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Oh Chit! This double agent may take my camera since there are no photos allowed! ;)
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Top Secret Telefon
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Rut Roh!
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It was time for me to say my good-byes to my host and thank them for their protection while in Milwaukee!
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Back at the Iron Horse Hotel, Indian was about to have a Bike Night!
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One of the early arrivals
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More brave souls all matters considering…
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Apparently there are some nice profit margins being made as an Indian Dealership Owner in Milwaukee! :o
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Now over at the H-D Museum I could see that they were having their own Bike Night!
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Red, White and Blue
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A crowd was beginning to form…
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Meanwhile in the rear of the building we can view some other flags too
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Rock On Brothers!
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Inside the H-D Museum…The Race of Gentlemen was featured for a few more weeks. Puzzled had recently gone here and documented this opportunity quite well.
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While this is certainly not any colors to speak of I did have an extended conversation with members of this krewe. According to the H-D staff, all colors are permitted and often times rival krewes “show up and hang for a good time.”
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Where it all began…
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Say Chesse!
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Over there, the orange brick building is the Iron Horse Hotel. Convenient.
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The skyline with some you know what comin’
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Yep! It’s comin!
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Time to say good night here…
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And scoot back…
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Across the bridge…
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Good Night Harley-Davidson
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Meanwhile back at the Iron Horse, Indian was having their Bike Night!
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Heavy rain would soon come and they would have to close their Bike Night a little early as a result. In the meantime I needed some rest too and called it a night.
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Apparently there are some nice profit margins being made as an Indian Dealership Owner in Milwaukee! :o
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Nice Lambo .. it's a must have when you consider Lambeau field is nearby.
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Day 17 | Milwaukee, WI – Cincinnati OH
Milwaukee is known for its brewing traditions! I attempted to locate and find a Schlitz sign/plant for grandpadoc. However I could not locate one and the locals did not know where one was! CHIT! The beer that made Milwaukee famous too!
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I cannot leave Milwaukee without going by the “mothership”!
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Greetings from H-D!
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I suppose the other little reindeer that want to play games must go elsewhere! ;)
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Absolutely!
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One word to describe H-D
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We’re not gonna take it…
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Inside and over in the corner they were filming a promo for the overseas network.
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I had inquired about this board and the signing of names on it. It appears that it was reserved for those who had taken a ride on a certain bike. Since I had to be quiet during my visit I said, “can I sign it?” She went out and got a marker and said, don’t tell anyone. Opps! :)
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One of the H-D designers was going to work and saw me taking this photo.
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He parked his car, walked a far way back and said, “you have come a long way, would you like me to take one with you in it?” We talked for approximately 15 mins and he was excited to be a part of this team. Nice gentleman and very much supporting the brand. Wonderful experience.
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My final stop in Milwaukee would be St. Josaphat Baslilica.
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Step inside and see the wonderful architecture and design of this church.
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I left knowing that His eye was upon me and taking comfort in that fact.
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My day would end in Cincinnati with some friends and we enjoyed the Skyline Chill! Most excellent!
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Day 18 Cincinnati, OH – Nashville, TN
It would be a short ride from Cincinnati to Williamstown, KY for my stop at the Ark Encoutner!
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But first you must take the bus to the Encounter…
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Holy Timber! :o
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Ark Encounter features a full-size Noah’s Ark, built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. Spanning 510 feet long, 85 feet wide, and 51 feet high. There was 3.3 million board feet of timber utilized and is the biggest timber-frame structure in the world! Engelmann Spruce, Douglas Fir, Radiata Pine and Bamboo was used!
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The Ark Encounter answers numerous questions about Noah’s Ark, the biblical flood, however it goes way beyond all of that!
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Hope this structure does not CRUSH me! :o
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You’ll learn how Noah might have cared for all the animals and how the Ark was big enough to fit them all on board.
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You’ll learn how he feed them too.
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What about health care?
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The real Noah’s Ark, the one described in the Bible, was huge. It was amazingly seaworthy—a ship that kept the occupants safe during a worldwide flood.
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With three decks, it’s huge!
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Talk to the animals…
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Just a glimpse of an amazing experience! If you go be prepared to read a ton of detailed information. There are several theater presentations too.
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Soar down Screamin’ Eagle’s thousands of feet of zip lines, reach up to 50 mph and 17 stories in the air!
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In all, the experience will worth taking. The reminder of my day would consist of riding to Nashville to spend some time from friends.
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Day 19 | Nashville, TN – Savannah, GA
After a wonderful afternoon with some friends in Nashville, TN, it was time for me to start my final day of this journey.
My trip started out with a plan that went awry and while I was disappointed in that fact it proved to be all good. In retrospect, I should have outlined a Plan B. In the past I would have one but not on this trip.
Plan B proved to be great and while I wish I had more time in some locations that will provide reason to go back. Perhaps this time sooner!
In all, there were 16 states and 1 providence visited logging over 8,000 miles in 19 days. Another wonderful opportunity filled with thoughts for a lifetime. I am blessed to have had such an experience.
Now get out there and ride! Experience! Love! Freedom! Take It In!
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Wonderful write up and photos Jock. Thanks for posting and ride safe.
Jerry
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Looks like a great trip, excellent write-up!
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Even though plans don't always work out, somehow we still manage to enjoy ourselves...
And thanks to you Jock, we've all thoroughly enjoyed your most recent journey.
Fabulous write up to go along with your amazing photos!
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Hell of a plan B :2vrolijk_21: Very KOOL! You Are A Inspiration ;)
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Terry and Karen, you would be proud to know that the rooster looks over the city!
Cock-A-Doodle-Do
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WooooHoooo and he's BLUE thanks Jock. :2vrolijk_21:
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There is an ole sayin’, if at first you do not succeed try again. Sounds logical right?
Last year I had outlined a plan that would take me to a number of locations including Banff, Alberta Canada. Unfortunately due to a number of fires in the area, a large number of roads were shut down and I was forced to conduct a Plan B.
This year, after careful consideration, I thought I would attempt part of that journey. During this consideration I thought about a number of elements, including a few friends I have made through the website. In conducting this effort, I decided to honor JR & hdbrad03 on this ride, as I am sure they would have loved to be able to take it. Guys I wish you were here and know that I was thinkin’ of you often.
So the following experience becomes Buffalo, Babes, Banff or Bust | Redux.
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Day 1 | Savannah, GA – Nashville, TN
This day would consist of a number of work events that required attention that would take me off the bike. The weather was hot and there was some slight rain during the ride.
My arrival time was late into the afternoon and I spent the time with some local friends. Good Times.
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Day 2 | Nashville, TN – Salina, KS
Another day of work, which I expected, and of course this would slow down the ride. There was a fair amount of traffic, rain and other elements this day. However I was pleased with my progress.
One of my favorite stops is in Nashville, IL at a little church which was photographed on page one of this thread. The church had been recently maintained and I was pleased to see that it was still there.
Not a lot of imagines to be had on this day since it was all about making time to where I wanted to be!
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Day 3 | Salina, KS – Casper, WY
On this day I hoped to conclude the work that I needed to finish prior to departing for vacation. A number of telephone calls to conduct but still made decent time.
I hit the Denver traffic, unfortunately, and this created a number of delays. I chose this route in the event of a need for a dealership and was thinking about more time here. That could not happen on this trip.
The weather was eerie. Very dark skies, plenty of lighting and rain, heavy winds. It looked inevitable that I was about to be SLAMED!
Suddenly, there was a slight parting of the clouds as I was nearing the worst part! There was only one way to describe what was occurring. God was doing for me what I could not do for myself. I wanted to stop and take a photograph but in my mind it said…Go, Go, Go!
I have my JR "Cat Tour" Gloves On!
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Day 4 | Casper, WY – Missoula, MT
As much as I thought this day would begin my vacation, I still had a little more work to accomplish. However after the day, I felt like my time would begin. Remembering that we have to pay to play.
It was all good since I have been to these areas a number of times and it was mostly about getting out west on the first few days.
Along the way I would think of hdbrad as I noticed all of the trains that would pass by. Each time I would give the ole pull of the chain for the horn. Most times if they saw me I got a response! FUN!
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Day 5 | Missoula, MT – Osoyoos, British Columbia, Canada
A fun little ride that had a number of stops along the way…Coeur d’ Alene, Spokane and more!
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I-DA-HO! Who you calling ho?
Jock had his Cat Gloves on and this could mean business!
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While in Spokane, I decided to stop by the dealer for a review of my tire conditions. Got a really cool shirt here during the GTG that LETS ROLL hosted! Good Times!
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During my visit to downtown Spokane I went for a run with some of the locals! They seemed a little stiff however in good shape. ;)
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The park was a wonderful bathin’ area… :D
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England has Big Ben. Spokane has the ClockTower!
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I really enjoyed playin’ with the building blocks. ;D
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When I was a little boy….FORGOT THAT!
When I was a little man, I Had a Radio Flyer! YEAH!
Built in 1989 as part of the “Centennial Celebration of Children,” the world’s largest Radio Flyer wagon is not just a sculpture to be viewed, but to be played on as well.
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TaDa!
The vintage toy replica stands 12 feet tall and is made of over 26 tons of concrete and steel. Children and adults alike are welcome to climb into the bed of the wagon, which is big enough to fit around 300 people.
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WEEEEEEEEE!
The giant white handle also acts as a slide so no one is tempted to just hop out of the towering toy.
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Some of the many pieces of art that can be found in the Spokane Riverfront Park
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The Garbage Goat in Riverfront Park was designed by Sister Paula Turnbull, a Catholic nun, for Expo '74 as a recycling/environmental statement.
This corten steel sculpture of a goat will eat small pieces of trash with the aid of its vacuum digestive system. It will even eat my hand!
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The historic Monroe Street Bridge was built between 1909 and 1911 to replace its two predecessors, a wooden bridge that burned down and a steel bridge that vibrated unnervingly. The concrete behemoth was adorned with decorative fixtures, including bison skulls cast in concrete.
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The $2.5 million Spokane Falls SkyRide is one of only a handful of lifts in North America owned by city government. Riders board at the drive station in downtown Spokane’s Riverfront Park. The gondola travels down through the park, across the Spokane River and under a four-lane bridge before turning around. All this happens in only 1,120 feet. It takes 15 minutes to ride round-trip at a painful 150 feet per minute (the design speed is 600 fpm.) The gondola’s turnaround station on the far bank of the river does not have loading/unloading or even an operator. A ticket for the SkyRide costs $7.50 and it operates year-round.
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Greenwood Cemetery
Local legend has it that an old, decaying staircase outside this cemetery is haunted by dozens of ghosts.
Supposedly the site of satanic rituals, the staircase, dubbed “1000 steps” because nobody can make it to the top, according to the legend, leads from the side of an access road up to the cemetery.
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But the Cat Tour MUST GO UP!
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YIKES!
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Time to leave Spokane and head towards Canada. I take Highway 395 to Kettle Falls then cross over to Highway 20 and Highway 21. These are nice backwoods roads through the Colville National Forest. I number of stops are worthy if you take this road.
I would be crossing into Canada at Danville, WA. I small on post crossing with limited hours.
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I have crossed into Canada on a number of occasions but this time it would be different. There were more questions, more follow up and a point of concern. The crossing seemed to take forever, in fact however it may have been 10 minutes. After an inspection of the motorcycle and contents, I was given the green light!
Thank God I do not have those Georgia Peaches on hand and my Cat like reflexes were in place! HA!
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As I traveled into what would be my stop for the day, Osoyoos, British Columbia, Canada, I did not expect what I would see!
It's surrounded by desert, vineyards and mountains. Osoyoos Lake is known for its warm water, beaches and water sports facilities.
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When I checked into my hotel, I checked out the Beach! That’s right! Beach!
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The hotel had its own private beach and there were folks takin’ advantage of it. I guess I take it for granite since I live near a beach.
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There were some lingering fires around the area.
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For a small town Osoyoos BC really packs a convenient punch when it comes to having everything that the Okanagan British Columbia offers for a vacation, all in one little place.
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Yep!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muRj8JMYlJs
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Now where to go? I do not think it will be a return to St. John’s from here. Over 7,000km!
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ELVIS IS NOT DEAD!
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Day 6 | Osoyoos, British Columbia – Kamloops, British Columbia
Rode Highway 3 and Highway 97 which was a great ride near the lakes the entire time. Beginning to see wildlife including moose, bear, deer and elk. Stopped in a couple of small towns – Summerland, Peachland and Kelowna.
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Day 7 | Kamloops, British Columbia – Jasper, Alberta
Experienced the Yellowhead South Highway for the second time which is a nice run with a few stops along the way. Plenty of wildlife at this point and a road that is less traveled unless you are going to Prince George. I went there on my last journey to Alaska and did not have the time on this journey to experience it again.
Daylight has become longer and it was almost 11pm before it was dark. That was a hard adjustment last time I was near here.
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Yellowhead Highway, like so many areas here, is like a painting to enjoy and enjoy I did!
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This is a peaceful area and there is plenty of opportunity to reflect.
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Prior to arriving to Jasper National Park you will enter into Mt. Robson Park.
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Mt. Robson's north face, Berg and Mist glaciers calving into Berg Lake.
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While in the park you will cross into Alberta, Canada.
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Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies comprises a vast wilderness area of Alberta province defined by glaciers, lakes and peaks like 11,033-ft.-high Mt. Edith Cavell.
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Jasper, an alpine town in Canada’s Alberta province, is the commercial centre of Jasper National Park.
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There are a number of eateries in town and I choose this one for its view. The food was good, outdoors was great and had a good time with the locals.
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In the town I found another reminder of my friend hdbrad. Choo! Choo!
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Ice Cream IS A MUST! Along with the fun of having it!
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My lodging for the evening would be The Crimson Hotel. This imagine was taken at ~ 10:45pm. Lodging during this time of year can be difficult and expensive.
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Across the street from the hotel, mountains and a railway switch yard. It’s late at night and there is plenty of haze.
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Day 8 | Jasper, Alberta – Canmore Alberta
This would be an easy day filled with opportunities in Jasper National Park and Banff National Park. Of course I would be traveling on Highway 93 and the temps were quite warm for this time of year.
My morning stop would take be to the Jasper Skytram.
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The Jasper Skytram is the highest and longest aerial tramway located in Canada. It was built in 1964 and goes to a height of 7,470 ft above sea level and crests The Whistlers Mountain.
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High winds on 25 June 2018 resulted in a power surge that disabled the tram system. 160 visitors were stranded atop Whistlers Mountain, and all were rescued by helicopter by the morning of 26 June. :'( :'(
Sure hope this does not occur again!
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While there was haze the view is still worth the journey to the top.
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Almost like a painting…
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Warning Will Robinson!
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Care to hike to the summit? I met several folks who had hiked the entire mountain on this day.
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Don’t think I was dressed and prepared for that opportunity.
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Some wildlife at the top…
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Stuck Between A Hard and A Hard Place! ;) :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pYBQg4qifU
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Way down there is Jasper…
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I am thinkin’ I need to get off this mountain before I fall! ;) :D
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Jasper National Park extends over 11,000 square kilometres, it's the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies.
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Some of the many rapids here…
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Unplug and play in a wild backyard.
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Plenty of waterfalls…
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Some of the surroundings are surreal at times…
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I am getting’ near the Icefields…And of course it is gettin’ colder.
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And its lunch time at the Icefield Centre
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Are you kidding me? Is this place real?
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Great pictures Jock! This place is on my bucket list, maybe when I retire in 5 years I can take 3 weeks to really enjoy this beautiful area!
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when I retire in 5 years I can take 3 weeks to really enjoy this beautiful area!
A worthy goal. Good luck in achieving it.
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I know you have more to share but seeing Jasper, the icefields and anticipating Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore brings back memories of our 1995 trip. Made me go back and look at all the pictures again....thanks for taking us along....hasn't changed much in 23 years.... ;D
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Thanks for the amazing pics and storyline Jock of our beautiful country. It's been a couple of years since I was last in those parts, and I can't wait to get back next year.
Not sure which way you're heading next, but my all-time favourite ride is along the Trans Canada Hwy #1, from Spences Bridge south to Hope, BC through the Fraser River Valley - No greater scenery anywhere have I seen and experienced. :2vrolijk_21:
Don't miss Hell's Canyon on the way.
Enjoy the ride!
Mike
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hasn't changed much in 23 years.... ;D
In a world that is changing at light speed, you may be correct.
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I can't wait to get back next year.
I understand why. Good Luck and Enjoy.
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Day 9 | Canmore, Alberta – Kimberly, Alberta - Radium Hot Springs, BC – Golden, Alberta – Canmore, Alberta
A fun little day traveling down Highway 93 and Highway 95 in Yoho National Park and Kootenay National Parks.
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Continuing my Cat Tour I have arrived in Kootenay National Park!
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Here I would find some of my Cat brothers and sisters! I think the krewe thought I worked for Cat! I shared with them that I know some folks that do and they are the best!
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Peaceful Easy Felling
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byZn1KBzdeI
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Surely this DOES NOT apply to me!
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Don’t Go Chasing Waterfalls!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WEtxJ4-sh4
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The road to Radium Hot Springs was fun! Time for some lunch!
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Radium Hot Springs, BC is the home of Home of A Thousand Faces!
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The hectic mountain structure is the home and workspace of Rolf Heer (AKA The Radium Woodcarver), a crazy-quilt of a man who specializes in carving sculptures with a chainsaw.
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Scrapped wooden panels and mismatched doors make up most of the outer walls of the abode, with each piece of the wall covered in a cryptic message such as “Emergency Entrance, Ladies Only” and ” No Two or 4 Leg Dogs.” ;D
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Inside the walls the grounds are covered in Heer’s sculptures which are almost entirely carvings of a bearded man’s face in logs and smaller pieces of wood.
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A fun place to visit…A was forced to cut my visit short as it appeared that bad weather was moving in…strong winds, rain and uncertainty.
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Just 25 miles from Lake Louise, there is a treasure trove of glittering aqua magic at the rushing waters of Natural Bridgeand in the serene, glassy depths of Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park.
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If you are brave enough you can jump to the outside. What to see me do it?
NOT! I’m not 20 anymore. HA!
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Field, British Columbia is the cozy alternative for those seeking small-town charm and big-time adventure in the heights of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
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The Rocky Mountaineer makes its way through town. If you love trains then The Rocky Mountaineer is a fantastic way to relax and see wonderful scenery while you get wined and dined.
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Emerald Lake Lodge
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Day 10 | Canmore, Alberta – Banff National Park, Jasper National Park – Canmore, Alberta
Upon starting my day, I was informed that the ride I conducted the day before, Highway 93 and Highway 95, is now closed due to fires. It appears that a lighting strike may have started this action. This was one of the same roads that was closed last year. It saddens me to hear of this position however I am so pleased that He directed me to take this path on that day.
Today will be traveling to the Icefields to explore the more in greater depth. It has been a number of years since I was year and I am really looking forward to the opportunity.
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Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, abundant wildlife and scenic drives come together in Banff National Park.
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Banff National Park is home to imposing peaks, alpine meadows rich with colourful wildflowers, brilliant blue glacier-fed lakes and the town of Banff and village of Lake Louise.
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I have arrived at the Icefields once again and have planned to take it in!
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What better way of conducting this goal than on an Ice Explorer! The Ice Explorer will enable you to walk on the largest ice field in the Rocky Mountains and experience the enormous glaciers up close.
An Ice Exporer is a specialized passenger transport vehicle, designed to operate over snow or ice, similar to a large, multi-passenger snowcat that is equipped with bus style seating. These vehicles may have multiple sets of very large low pressure tires or they may have tracks. There are less than 25 in existence and this place has over 95% of them.
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Here we are going down a ~ 36° down grade which makes it the steepest in the world that can be traveled by a vehicle.
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Along the way…
The Columbia Icefield is about 125 sq mi in area, 330 ft to 1,198 ft in depth and receives up to 280 in of snowfall per year.
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It is so fun to watch the guest walk on the ice with their leather soled shoes… ;) :D
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They come by the 1,000’s each day…
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Red Alert, Red Alert!
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Between the Wheels
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJQZAVOAt-4
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Abracadabra!
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Ice Ice Baby!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rog8ou-ZepE
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You could hike up here with a team from the visitor’s centre however I would suggest the Snow Coach! Make your reservation days in advance!
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Now onto the Glacier Skywalk…
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Feed your adrenaline and step into a breathtaking world where glaciers rest above and birds soar below. Experience waterfalls, wildlife, fossils and more on an exciting cliff-edge walkway that leads to a platform where glass is all that separates you from a 918 foot drop.
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The grand finale to this experience is a glass-floored observation platform 918 feet over the Sunwapta Valley. It is a bird's eye view.
Not quite the Burt Reynolds Cosmopolitan pose…HA!
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It’s being a wonderful day at the Icefields and now for the return to Canmore.
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The weather was starting to turn and the roads were getting’ lonely for the late afternoon. :o
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There was uncertainty in the wind… :o
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But as He always does, God revealed himself and assured me that all is good. Through darkness came light. A wonderful experience. :)
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Covered the same area one month ago today. Beautiful country!
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Another great journey Jock....thanks a bunch for taking us along.
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Beautiful country!
Yes indeed!
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Thanks a bunch for taking us along.
Just attempting to keep up with you my friend. ;)
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Day 11 | Canmore, Alberta – Lake Louise, Alberta, Banff, Alberta - Canmore
Lake Louise is a beautiful mountain lake in the middle of Banff National Park…
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The lake is surrounded by snow-capped peaks, and at the far end is a large glacier. The lake is quite isolated, but provides a magnificent setting for a luxury resort, the Fairmont.
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I arrived at just the right time to enjoy a lunch here and this amazing view. And yet (your eligible too) another experience of His intervention and reason behind my delayed trip to this area.
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I must tell ya, I took a lot of time here and conducted plenty of reflection. Time well spent here.
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After the greater part of the day, it was time for me to head on and leave this marvelous destination. There was more to experience.
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Like Banff and my continued Cat Tour!
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Banff is a rainbow of elements all rolled into one!
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The streets are paved with gold!
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BEWARE OF MOOSES! They are everywhere!
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There are several churches in town however none we open for viewing.
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Yes indeed.
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In search for the perfect gift!
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Perhaps!
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Maybe?
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Holy Crap! Is this it?
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BAM! Nope!
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Still lookin’ for the perfect gift!
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THIS IS IT! PRICED RIGHT TOO!
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I need a drink after that purchase! This PBR is for you Marty! ;)
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And a snack! DANG! Some tail maybe in order!
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Now I have seen this setup before but I have never seen it rode.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saqs_DmFISM
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Geez! After thinkin’ about all of that snow I may need a ….Ah? One size? :o
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Nice!
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Back To The Future!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4xf50aUxaE
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And we are here at the Indian Trading Post home to one of my destinations on this journey. :o
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I offered to stand in for him as he took a break. How did I do?
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THEY KILLED BULLWINKLE! DAMN!
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Gentle Ben My Azz!
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In business since 1903, the Indian Trading Company in Banff features many unusual finds for the eclectic shopper. Watching them all quietly is their oldest resident: Mr. Banff, the Merman. ???
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Little is known about the specific history of this mysterious half-fish, half terrifying taxidermy experiment, but it was most likely acquired by the shop’s legendary proprietor Norman Luxton around 1915.
Conflicting stories of the merman’s origin pit the idea of Luxton purchasing the gaff from a mysterious Javanese salesman against the legend of Luxton building the beast himself.
Today there are several mummified mermaids to be found, of various appearances and origins, but Banff may have the only mer-man.
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Bow Falls is a waterfall near the Banff Spring Hotel.
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Banff Gondola. It was raining during my time there and late in the afternoon. I was forced to pass on this opportunity.
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The Cascades Gardens is a little oasis just minutes walking distance from downtown Banff. It’s the perfect place to get off the beaten path.
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The gardens are terraced into the hillside with pathways and rock steps that lead through trees and flower beds. Several gazebos and sitting shelters make a great refuge from the day.
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Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of Fairmont Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, Fairmont Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, unparalleled skiing, classic cuisine and Willow Stream, a world class European-style spa. Experience timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness.
Like the Fairmont in Lake Louise you better be prepared to shell out some coin should your desires take you here. It was not within my reach but perhaps with yours. For those about to rock, we salute you!
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My Banff Experience was enjoyable and worthy of some additional time. This will certainty provide reason for a return in the future.
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Day 12 | Canmore, Alberta – Calgary, Alberta, Drumheller, Alberta – Canmore, Alberta
Enjoyed a ride down Highway 1A transferring to Highway 72 and Highway 9 to Drumheller. Had a nice lunch in Beiseker at a small café in a smaller town.
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Drumheller is a town northeast of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. On the edge of town, in Midland Provincial Park, the Royal Tyrrell Museum contains a large collection of dinosaur fossils.
YIKES!
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There is a mystery here, waiting to be discovered. It’s carried in the wind… it gets into your bones.
Through sandstone and dust, something wild lives in this landscape. Echoed through history… elevated by adventure.
It’s the spirit of the Canadian Badlands and its right here in Drumheller!
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Life Is A Highway
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3sMjm9Eloo
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Seeking accommodations while in town? We have a Waldorf that awaits for your every needs.
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BUT BEWARE OF DINOSAURS! THEY RULE THIS TOWN!
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Canadian Dinosaurs are the worst!
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And those Superhero ones! DAMN!
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Holy Bang A Gong!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAtBrsdfnhs
The "World's Largest Dinosaur" is the name of a model Tyrannosaurus rex (T-Rex) and is 86 ft high and a length of 151 ft, considerably larger than the largest known specimens of the actual dinosaur which reached up 42 ft in length, and was up to 13 ft tall at the hips.
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Oh you bet! We are goin’ in!
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~ 106 stairs
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As a reminder, Listerine kills the germs that cause bad breath!
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RUN FOR YOUR LIVES!
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Too late! I got caught by the son!
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The Star Mine Suspension Bridge
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The Star Mine Suspension Bridge is a 117 metre long pedestrian suspension bridge across the Red Deer River. Constructed in 1931, it was built for the coal workers of Star Mine.
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On the bridge were a large number of Locks of Love! I found them in a number of locations on this journey so far.
A love lock or love padlock is a padlock which sweethearts lock to a bridge, fence, gate, monument, or similar public fixture to symbolize their love. Typically the sweethearts' names or initials, and perhaps the date, are inscribed on the padlock, and its key is thrown away (often into the nearby river) to symbolize unbreakable love.
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The Drumheller Hoodoos!
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Of course in the Canadian Badlands!
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In the badlands of Alberta, Canada, one may come across oddly shaped rock-formations which stand up to 20 feet tall. Blackfoot and Cree traditions hold that these rocks are petrified giants who come alive at night to protect the land around them by hurling stones at intruders.
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Today we know the rocks were created by erosion - perhaps as amazing a force as giant-petrification. Naturally shaped by wind and water, these hoodoos have been carved over millions of years into pillar-like shapes.
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Peek-A-Boo
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ENJOY!
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But beware of the rock formations!
Remember the Blair Witch Project!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKy6BtAbTU8
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Heart Mountain is a mountain located in the Bow River valley just south of Exshaw, Alberta. The peak was named in 1957 for the heart shaped layer of limestone near the top.
BONUS! A train that reminds me of hdbrad
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Highway 1A is a very fun road filled with wildlife and adventure.
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Day 13 Canmore, Alberta – Pincher Creek, Alberta
Taking Highway 1 out of town, I exited at Highway 22 and enjoyed a fun ride on some back roads AGAIN! Had some hot chocolate in Turner Valley with a fresh cinnamon roll! YUM!
Decided to go to Fort Macleod…The town that forgot time!
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Now do not even think about going to Home Depot!
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Requiring the latest 4D theater experience! Well, I do not think so!
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If in town and hungry, I would insist you try the Silver Grill Restaurant! Quite surprising! Excellent Service! Good People.
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And of course…The Fort!
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Meanwhile down the road in Brocket, Alberta, we find another church from another time.
Anglican Mission – St. Epprian Church
Rev. George McKay was the first Anglican missionary on the scene. He arrived in Fort McLeod in 1878 and soon established St. Peter’s Mission on the nearby Peigan Reserve, which had just been formed and was being settled by native Piikani families.
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This school continued until 1964 when Piikani children were transferred to the new elementary public school in Brocket.
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Since the early 1950s, secondary students had been bused to municipal high schools in Pincher Creek and Fort Macleod.
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Lundbreck Falls is a waterfall of the Crowsnest River located in southwestern Alberta, near the hamlet of Lundbreck.
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It is located adjacent to where Highway 3A crosses the Crowsnest River, approximately 0.75 mi off of the Crowsnest Highway (Highway 3), between Pincher Creek and Crowsnest Pass.
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The falls have a drop of about 39 ft.
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And the water is crystal clear…
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Nearby there is a railroad and thoughts of my friend hdbrad03…
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In addition I think of this story…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itQVuZearm0
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Yep! I AM chasing those Waterfalls!
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This is a happy place! :)
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Day 14 Pincher Creek, Alberta – Waterton Lakes National Park, Glacier National Park – Whitefish, MT
A nice day to travel on Highway 6 crossing back in the United States near Babb then it was onto Whitefish MT.
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Waterton Lakes National Park is in southern Alberta, Canada, bordering Montana’s Glacier National Park.
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It’s known for its chain of lakes, including the large Upper and Middle Waterton lakes, flanked by the Rocky Mountains.
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Nothing was simple in Waterton, Alberta in 1927.
When the Prince of Wales Hotel opened its doors to the public on July 25 of that year, it represented a new direction for the sleepy village on the big lake next to the border with Montana. In Waterton, there was the 'before the Prince' and 'after the Prince'.
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Considering the challenges the construction team had to overcome in the lead-up to that date, it was indeed an enormous moment.
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Opening mid-summer was hardly ideal. Already halfway through the summer, the clock was ticking on the busy tourist season - the pressure had been huge to get 'the Prince' open. The original opening day had been scheduled for June. It was postponed many times as the crew dealt with setbacks and complications.
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July 25 that year was a beautiful summer day and the hotel welcomed 172 guests including various local dignitaries. Djuff says the hotel grounds still weren’t complete – wood piles and debris lay scattered around. Still, it was a celebratory day, and a relief.
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The opening of the Prince of Wales marked a new beginning for sleepy little Waterton – with a landmark hotel providing luxury services, it was finally ‘on the map’.
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From the panoramic views of Waterton Lakes National Park to the architecture and craftsmanship of the building itself, every aspect of your experience at the Prince of Wales Hotel is filled with unforgettable wonder.
Cozy seating near the windows overlooking Upper Waterton Lake offers a place to unwind after your day’s adventures.
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Or you can just go outside and enjoy!
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There is still damage from fires from years ago.
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Waterton Lakes has a nice little town with plenty of gift shops and restaurants. I enjoyed a wonderful lunch here.
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They even have their own version of Pebble Beach! ;) :D
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Perhaps stairs to sand? We got ya covered!
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Made friends with Dudley Do-Right too! Good thing considering!
He is a Harley-Davidson rider too and recently made a trip to the states and Yellowstone Park. He is stationed here 5 months out of the year and outside of that time frame in Drumheller.
Nice man and a good conversation. Got my “get out of jail” card too!
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Unfortunately Red Rock Canyon Drive and area was closed due to recent fires! DAMN! :(
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All We Are Sayin’ Is Give Peace A Chance!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yU0JuE1jTk
And with that sign I would be sayin’ Good-Bye to Canada for now! But as the Terminator would say, “I’ll Be Back!”
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Now onto Glacier National Park…
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This park encompasses over 1 million acres of land, over 130 lakes and more than 1,000 types of plants.
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Waterfalls are everywhere…
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Haze from some of the area fires. There were fires here last year when I visited too.
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Come and enjoy the park’s beauty and pristine ecosystem…
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HELP! I am being invaded by mountain goats! ;D
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Peek-A-Boo! I see you!
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Did you call for an Uber? :o :o :o
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The mountains of Glacier National Park began forming 170 million years ago! And I thought I was old!
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The roads will wind you near and through mountains!
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And the river will run right through it.
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I was thankful that I was able to return this year given the fires and right after I left they returned and closed part of the park for fires again.
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Night was coming and it was time to head to Whitefish, MT.
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That's the least amount of snow/ice I've ever seen at Glacier National Park.
"Help me, I'm melting!".
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Thanks jock its really pretty!
BigLew
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Day 15 | Whitefish, MT – Gillette, WY
This day would include dark skies, heavy wind, fast roads and a cruise control. I was blessed not to be hard hit by the nearby weather but received heavy parts towards the end of the day.
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Day 16 | Gillette, WY – Sturgis, SD
A very lite day on the travel, which was designed this way so I could have a few task completed on the bike. Bushtec tire change, Oil Change, J&M Helmet maintenance and a few more odds and ends. Most of this was accomplished near the dealership so I could use that time to browse the area.
The Cat Tour continues...
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Welcome to 2018 Sturgis Bike Week!
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I am here at the dealership having those services conducted.
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Bike Weeks all across the nation have become Trailer Weeks and Camper Weeks for the most part! Crap I rarely see people ride to these events any more. Except you guys of course! ;)
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The crowd looks a little light for the time of day.
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The Fat Azz Kit
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Evil will be jumping a record 95 Hot Wheels cars later on today! HA! ;) :D
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Screamin’ Eagle Performance – No Waiting!
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While you are waiting on the Screamin’ Eagle Performance Upgrade to be performed, have a Screamin’ Eagle Beer! For that price it better be! :drink:
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Bike, Bike and More Bikes!
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CVO Hardley Trike! ;)
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Right On
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Uhhhhh…NO
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The NEW 2019 Boom! Box GTS Infotainment System! WOW!
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HEY! These things REALLY WORK!
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Never thought about marketing the inside of my Tour Pak! NICE!
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Creative Wear ALL OVER THE PLACE!
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For a minute there I thought JR made it into town! Love ya brother!
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Day 17 | Sturgis, SD
There are plenty of bikes on Main Street but it’s really not too crowded…
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This bike was crusin’ Main Street
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Yippie Ki Yeah!
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DAMN! Another new add-on for 2019! THE NEW TOUR PAK! :huepfenjump3:
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I can dig it
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There you have it…
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Marty! This PBR is for YOU!
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At the other end of the street
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One-Eyed Jack’s Saloon
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Jack Daniel’s
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Where else do you eat Chicken On A Stick?
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Rut Ro! The Dungeon Bar!
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5-0 Everywhere!
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117 vs. 7 :D
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And the winner of the longest distance goes to…
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Looks like the Rockstars have been on the knees a lot! ;) :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIjRo-gMlKE
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Your Tattoo Canvas For The Day!
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All the way from Orlando, FL from Froggy’s and other Bike Rally Locations…
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And for just another $20…
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Victory!
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The money shot! Here is your blackmail photo of the day! ;) :D
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New for 2018 at One-Eyed Jack’s upstairs! Dancers! Butt don’t waste your time there! :'(
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Day 18 | Sturgis, SD Area
Time to get out and ride! Did my Spearfish Canyon Run with a stop at Bridal Veil Falls.
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Of course Deadwood…
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Where can’t you find what they call Moonshine anymore?
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What flavors you ask? (http://www.myemoticons.com/emoticons/images/msn/bad-boys/beer.gif)
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The ladies upstairs are waiting to satisfy your every pleasure. Caution! THEY maybe a little stiff! ;) :D
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Lunch Time was here!
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Carson City has The Blood of Blood and Deadwood was The Bloody Nose.
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Hello Ladies!
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Suddenly I have a sweet tooth! (http://www.myemoticons.com/emoticons/images/msn/bad-boys/sleazy.gif)
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And for desert! (http://www.myemoticons.com/emoticons/images/msn/bad-boys/hubbahubba.gif)
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Day 19 | Sturgis, SD Area
Today it was time to check out any additions or improvement to the Full Throttle Saloon.
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The crowd is weak… :o
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The stage has been enhanced
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Shops are being built and a couple of them open
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YIKES! That had to hurt!
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The bridge is back!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vhyuj7Qdcz8
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The small crowd was ready and under the shade…
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The stand was being checked out before…
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Rhett Rotten took his position… :o
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Of course there would be a full show available too…
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I gotta tell ya! I always thought being a Lord of the Board would be easy! Guess I was WRONG as usual! DANG! :o
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ARE YOU READY FOR SOME WRASLIN’!? Butt first BEWARE! Balloons will burst under pressure! ;) :D
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Our first brawler comes to us from the great state of Tennessee and has several excellent finishing moves! Meet The French Tickler! ::)
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Our next hooligan calls Mississippi home and when she is not beatin’ up the locals at the bar, she is studyin’ for her major at Mississippi state. Her major you ask? Bowling Management. Meet 7-10 Split! ;D
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Oh Crap! 7-10 Split has her victim in the Nutcracker! :'(
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Are you kiddin’ me? The French Tickler has pulled out her Rub-A-Chub move! DAMN! ???
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Good Gosh! 7-10 Split rips a Stink Bomb on her target! I have and smelt that action and he better find a shower and some great soap soon! That c#it don’t wash off! :o
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He’s DUN! The Golden Shower move! :-[
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Ahhhh Man! ANOTHER fatality to The Ridin’ Da Azz finish. I would say that you could pick your manhood back up at the exit door butt you are through.
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WTH! The rare Mississippi Mudd shot from 7-10 Split! This one is gonna leave a mark on this lady! :-\
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Oh My! The finishin’ move – The Lickety Split! GEEZ! I never saw that CUMIN’ :o
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UNHOLY CRAP! IS THAT SOME AFTER PRODUCT THAT SHOT OVER TO THIS YOUNG LADY! :o :o :o
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Redd is ‘bout to put the Butt Buster on this prey! :drink:
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Is that DBB, Death By Boobs, claimin’ her next dupe with her Leather and Lace move? Sucker! No buddy I did not mean Suck Her!
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My FTS time was fun but I must say, the crowd was very lite. :(
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I can honestly say that I have not been to any Bike Rallies that have had as much marketing efforts in regards to a current president than now.
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Callin’ Riders! The Beaver Bar is lookin’ for business! :o
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We have open bar stools and tables!
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Courtesy Of The Red, White and Blue (http://www.myemoticons.com/images/patriotic-military/patriotic/flag.gif)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruNrdmjcNTc
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Day 20 | Sturgis, SD Area
This would be my final day in the Sturgis, SD Area and I wanted to take in some more ridin’ in these hills. :(
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16A is a fun little road and besides I enjoy eatin’ lunch here.
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There is a nice little pull off to see the President’s Heads from a distance too!
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Needles Highway is always fun and full of wonderful vistas.
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The Tunnel of Love too! (http://www.myemoticons.com/emoticons/images/msn/romance/heart_happy.gif)
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Plenty of places to wander and explore…
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Give me a home where the buffalo roam…
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And get up close and personal too…
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After a full day all over the place, I decided to hit the Main Street area one more time…
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Iron Horse Saloon were the crowd was weak
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Geez! Sure hope the dozen of folks watchin’ enjoyed the show! :o
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A little later a small crowd begins to develop but still scrawny.
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Over at The Broke Spoke….not any better
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I knew it was time to head on when I began to challenge the bear! ;)
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In all, Sturgis appeared to have low attendance this year. While I do not know the numbers nor if I could believe them if I did, it just seemed that way. Traffic was lite! Crowds were low! Vendors were leaving early. You be the judge. It was nice not having a large crowd to contend with for a change.
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Day 21 | Sturgis, SD – Columbia, MO
Several major accidents had the roads backed up for long periods of time but I managed to get some miles down the road.
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Day 22 | Columbia, MO – Nashville, TN
Another day with two major accidents but all was good.
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Day 23 | Nashville, TN – Savannah, GA
My final day on the road would be uneventful with the exception of the normal Atlanta, GA traffic. As I began my journey down the home stretch of I-16 I reflected upon the trip. There was no doubt that my higher power was travelin’ with me each mile of the way. What a wonderful experience, joy and comfort knowing this fact.
In addition I could not help but think of my “next times” and when that would be. Soon? Vancouver? Alaska? Northern Lights? Where would it end? To dream…
This voyage took me right at ~ 9,000 miles with each mile creating a memory. What a wonderful place I live in!
This would be my final image of the journey.
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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
Until next time…Keep Smilin’! :) :) :)
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Wow, Jock, you sure can write a travelogue. I enjoyed every post! What a trip, thanks for sharing it :karate:
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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
Until next time…Keep Smilin’! :) :) :)
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That 6-pack team sure beat the heck out of the Clydesdales! ;D
Thanks for the exceptional story from the road Jock... Very much enjoyed and appreciated. :2vrolijk_21:
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Thank you PBR :drink:
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Thanks Jock for a wonderful post. I went thru all the pages and really enjoyed the beautiful pics.
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Very nice thanks! I also lived in Savannah for years. We still go back to visit!
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Jock, thanks for all your pic posts! All the pics are great. Had a question, what days were you in Strugis? I was there the first weekend & was discussing the lite attendance with a buddie and was curious what days your pics were from. Thanks again, Chris.
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Had a question, what days were you in Strugis?
Tuesday - Friday
It was even lite on arrivals as I was riding out of town.
Ride On!