We stuck around Fort Nelson until 10 a.m. so that BJ
could visit a Quilt Shop that is fairly well known. She was impressed and found
some things that she needed for her next project. The snow was starting to
stick in places so we stopped at the Visitor’s Centre for a weather check
before proceeding.
While this section of the road is supposed to be very
scenic, the low clouds and light snow conspired to limit the views to the snow
along the road. At least the snow wasn't sticking to the road.
I did have a target in mind today. When our son and I
drove the road a couple years ago in February, we didn’t stop at Tetsa River
for fuel or the cinnamon rolls that are reputed to be from the “cinnamon bun
center of the galactic cluster.”
This time I fueled at the pump that read $1.79 per liter,
complete with a sign that said “No Sniveling,” before we went in to find some
cinnamon rolls coming out of the oven. They were the gooey kind and deserving
of their claim to fame – we concentrated on enjoying them while they were warm
instead of taking a picture of them. We
also bought a loaf of fresh baked raison bread.
We were despairing of seeing any Stone Sheep when
this one and a couple others decided to pose by the road. We also stopped for
some caribou that were making use of the center of the road
before topping off fuel again at the Northern Rockies
Lodge at Muncho Lake where the price was $1.90 per liter, but the lodge was
beautiful!
The signs warned of Woods Buffalo on the road but we
didn’t see any except for three that were posing as rocks down off the side of
the road.
Home for the night was Liard River Hotsprings
Provincial Park. This park was widely regarded as a highlight of the trip for
many people. The campground was about half full. Later in the year it is
reported that it fills by early afternoon.
The hot springs were well worth the stop! They built
new changing rooms about a year ago, and with the outside air temperature
reading 37 degrees Fahrenheit, it didn’t take long to move from the changing
room to the hot springs!
Potato soup and raison bread toast topped off a
wonderful day!
This was posted using WiFi at the Downtwon RV Park in Watson Lake, YT.
How do you find the free places to camp ovenite?? We have a 28 ft fifth wheel...do you see many of this size along your way?
ReplyDeleteAllStays Camp and RV is an Android app (the only paid app I use) that I think is also available for iPhone / iPad. It lists all sorts of "interesting" stuff like where dumps are located, Walmarts that allow overnight parking, government and commercial facilities, etc. It's been very beneficial as is the Milepost book which, even though updated annually is not always up to date.
ReplyDeleteWe're seeing everything from converted utility trailers to 45' motorhomes and everything in between. Last night there was a German built 6x6 Global Explorer in the campground - significantly overkill for this road!
Really enjoying your trip, John, and BJ, and Turk. Until I get a round tuit following yours vicariously scratches the itch. Your cameraman's eye is excellent! Love the side notes about overnight and WiFi spots. Rock on, safe travel, and happy Scamping! :D
ReplyDeleteGlad you're enjoying it. Your east coast travels are tempting!
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