The Elks & HH -LaNoue Du Bois Winery

Shortly after leaving Blue Mesa TT on July 25th, this little guy was starting across the road and was in the middle of the oncoming lane. When he saw us and leapt back over the guardrail! It’s a good thing because three vehicles immediately came speeding around the curve. We enjoyed a beautiful drive from… Continue reading The Elks & HH -LaNoue Du Bois Winery

A Magnificent Drive Through Rocky Mountains NP

Barry wanted to drive from the east entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) through the park and exit through the west entrance at Grand Lake. We didn’t get started till 2pm. What a gorgeous drive it was!I Our stops along the way were amazing views, but we also learned a lot about the tundra,… Continue reading A Magnificent Drive Through Rocky Mountains NP

Estes Park & Rocky Mountain NP

What beautiful scenery on our drive and as we arrived in Estes Park just outside Rocky Mountain National Park. We were staying at Manor RV Park for two nights. While checking in, we were told that a black bear has visited the campground the last three days. Cool, but even if he comes again tomorrow… Continue reading Estes Park & Rocky Mountain NP

Glacier NP-Many Glacier Area Entrance

We were scheduled for two boat rides and a hike, so we got up at 5:30 am, quickly dressed and drove to the Many Glacier Hotel. This area is closed to the general public unless you have a reservation for an activity based out of the Many Lodge area, or a reservation for a stay… Continue reading Glacier NP-Many Glacier Area Entrance

Johnston Canyon, a Big Black Bear, & Fairmont Hot Springs

We left Banff this morning and headed to Johnston Canyon and Falls. Another great wildlife nature overpass bridge. As we arrived both parking lots said FULL. Crap. The ranger suggested coming back another day. Yeah, right! Luckily, he let us head into what was ParkLot 2 to see if we found anything. SCORE…there were actually… Continue reading Johnston Canyon, a Big Black Bear, & Fairmont Hot Springs

Oh, Canada! Icefields Parkway-Day2

June 26, 2025To start our day Barry and I repeated my walk along the river to Waterfowl Lake before we headed north for more of the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park-into Jasper National Park. When an animal suddenly appears and crosses the road, it can be treacherous for everyone. ONE lane each way, but… Continue reading Oh, Canada! Icefields Parkway-Day2

Oh, Canada! Icefields Parkway-Day 1

(Bow Lake) 6/25 – CHANGE OF PLANS Today we thought we would take it easy after our full day hiking yesterday. But looking at the weather forecast for the next couple of days, we decided to leave Lake Louise Campground a day early to get a jump on the Icefields Parkway. The popular campgrounds that… Continue reading Oh, Canada! Icefields Parkway-Day 1

Oh Canada! Lake Louise

We are so excited for our time in the Canadian National Parks of Banff, Jasper and Waterton Lakes and the stunning scenery of this entire area! Getting closer! 6/23/25We arrived at Lake Louise Hard-Top Trailer Campground for three nights.  This was a “shared” site. Not an issue. 🙂 Since we couldn’t snag two tickets online… Continue reading Oh Canada! Lake Louise