Fort Nelson, B.C.
Moved out of Williams Lake at first light this morning and have been behind the wheel most of the day, at least 11.5 hours for a total of 641.7 miles for the day which boosted our trip total to 10,610.9 miles. The good news, where we sit tonight, we are 1,503.4 miles from the intersection of the Old Sterling and New Sterling Highway in Anchor Point. Keeping that in mind, Suzie has projected that we can reach that destination in 27 Hours and 1 minute. I think not!
We are now on our repeat trip, been on this route just a few weeks ago, however, we got onto the Alcan Highway without having to go through Mile "O" at Dawson Creek. Took a neat little short cut from the Hart Highway that meets up with the Alcan Highway just north of Ft. Saint John. I was warned to take a look at this route before I took it, however, it was as good as the Hart Highway, if you are not driving an 18 wheeler. The highway follows the Peace River, beautiful river and scenery. Would like to drive it in the fall when the leaves are turning, a lot of Aspen and Cottonwood trees in the area.
Started the drive this morning with a light rain and by the time we gained a little altitude it had snowed during the night. By the time we reached it, the snow was off the road with just slush alongside. About 100 miles south of Fort Nelson, ran into clear weather and dry roads. No sign of snow in this area. Moving toward Whitehorse tomorrow, they are calling for sun for the next three days. Why did I buy studded tires? But I know, I will get to appreciate them before I reach home, it is just a matter of time. Tomorrow should be a good day for sheep, buffalo, and possibly caribou. Going to have my Kodak ready!
After seeing all the game that we have seen this trip,I have decided to take up hunting again! Except with a camera! So all of you semi-professional shutterbugs, help me pick out a good camera with good telephoto capabilities. However, my concept is to get up as close to my shots without having to use a telephoto lens. I want to concentrate on animals and old buildings. A new hobby!
Moving out again at first light, see all of you in a few days unless we decide to take the Fairbanks route and possibly the Haul Road.