Hello from Prince George, B. C.!

Start time: 0845

Start odometer: 16182

Weather: Foggy morning, 34 F.

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Highlights:

Had a bit of fog this morning, probably the thickest I have seen on the whole trip!
I stopped by the Post Office to send a card. I had a nice conversation with the lady in the grocery store that shared the Post Office building. The people I have met in South Hazelton have been very kind, and I love the way they talk!
Just up a road was historic Old Hazelton, where I stopped to walk around town, as well as get pictures of signs describing the history of the area. -
It was interesting to see the wood that was part of the original paddlewheel. -
Just outside of town is the 'Ksan Historical Village, a replica of a Gitskan Indian Village. There are seven communal houses and many totem poles. A museum with interesting displays is also on site.
Some of the buildings and totem poles as seen through the fog -

Here, I am standing next to a totem pole modeled after on of the oldest found in the region. The original is in a museum in Ottawa. -
This is Lisa, one of the staff, who offered to take the previous picture -
The town of Moricetown has an interesting canyon and waterfall on the east side of town. The local tribes would take advantage of this part of the river since fish would concentrate in the small area of the falls -
Just west of Smithers is a gravel (and rock) road to Twin Falls. -
Many beautiful views are seen along the road, with more snowcapped mountains and fall colors. -
I stopped by the Smithers Airport (YYD) -
For Gordon...Remember this aircraft! -
These pictures are for my friends in Maine, Chris, Norm, and Tom. You could do some serious fly fishing with this! For size perspective, that is me standing at the base! -
I was listening to CBC Radio when they broadcasted a comedy show. I thought the following joke went with the theme of the previous pictures...

Q. What did the fish say when he ran into a cement wall?

A. DAM!

(Sorry about that...)

I continued driving towards the east, and as you can see, had some wonderful weather. The mountains have given way to rolling hills and farmland. I found a motel with internet access, and will catch up on my mail tonight. The clerk suggested dinner at Ric's Grill, across from the casino in town. It was one of the best dinners of the trip! Afterwards, a quick trip to the casino was just that - a quick trip! Change only, and no wins!
Tomorrow I continue east, possible to Edmonton. Thank you for taking the time to view the page. Until next time...

Routes traveled today: Ca 16

Hotel: Econo Lodge -

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