Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Leaving the Canadian Rockies

August 3rd

After falling asleep to the rain hitting the tent, we awoke to warmer than expected temperatures and the sun.  With our tent wet, we did what we could to dry out the tent before putting it away.  We took the 1/2 km walk  to the actual Takakkaw Falls.  Yoho as a word means "awe" and the sound and view of the Takakkaw Falls certainly showed us that.

We did see a little wildlife on our way out of the National Parks.


We chose to head out of the parks by traveling through Banff and towards Calgary. 

Along the roads of the agricultural areas of Canada we have found many yellow fields.  They are rapeseed which is used to make Canola Oil.  We aren't in soy and corn country anymore.  Calgary was a cool city, but we headed beyond to Lethbridge, AB to a shower and a bed.  We found both at a Super 8 hotel.  After camping, the basics seem luxurious!  After slightly less fine dining at a Little Caesars Pizza Place, we are enjoying lounging and watching t.v.

3 comments:

  1. wow my technology integration plan has gone kaput since while trolling desperately for new posts I apparently landed in a time warp linked only to july. Needless to say I am relieved to be back in the know of keefe happenings. Remember without you I would have to either complete schoolwork or apply for j.o.b. So slow down make those last minutes count and keep blogging.

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  2. Your pictures and descriptions are amazing! Quite the adventure. Boy you sure know how to spot the wildlife. Any thoughts on making this an annual adventure (and blog)? Pick a new destination for each anniversary? What a wonderful trip and you've documented it so you'll remember all the details. Tim, Sandy & the girls.

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  3. We are thinking of an annual adventure. It is a fun way to share an adventure with many. Hard to believe we are 29 posts in, meaning our time is running out shortly. Bound to happen eventually.

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