We decided to have another go at cycle touring along BC's rail trails. We headed back to Grand Forks, which was were we ended our last trip on the Columbia and Western Railway. Cassia and I spent the day in Grand Forks, while James dropped our car off in Rhone and cycled back along the road.
Cassia trying out Dad's helmet and gloves.
The flooded Grandby River.
We chose this section partly because we thought there would be lots of beaches for C to play on. Not so much. But luckily C also found playing with rocks, pine cones and sticks fairly enjoyable.
Big horn sheep
We camped at Eholt station our first night.
There used to be a school, 300 homes, 6 hotels and a train yard here.
Cassia, how do you feel about camping?
Tea with Dad
There were llamas and alpacas too!
The real secret to the success of this trip was the playgrounds along the way. Our favourite was this one in Greenwood. In addition to the helicopter, there was also a train, a horse and a merry-go-round.
Random sewing-machine tractor in a coffee shop in Greenwood.
Chillin' by the river.
We camped at the Kettle River Provincial campground on our last night. Our very friendly neighbours brought their tent over for us during a downpour over dinner. They also gave us firewood.
Cassia learning to break sticks over her knee - an essential life skill.
Meeting the ground squirrel.
Cyclist rest stop in Rhone.
This is built by Paul on his own land. There are 3 beds in the caboose and if you ring the bell he'll bring you cold water. Paul is 90 years old and was full of good stories about the history of the railway.
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awesome trip!
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