Thursday, April 26/2018

We travelled the depth of Wyoming today.  We entered at the South end and drove out of the North today.  Sounds impressive but the State of Wyoming is not very long when it comes to miles north to south.  The landscape along 191 N however is varied and we found ourselves in the lowlands and again up into the elevations near 8700 feet.

There was snow on the distant mountains but again this year we have been blessed with no snow on the pavement.
We did see several herds of both deer and antelope and a dropped a factoid about antelope on John he didn't know and that was that the antelope is one of the fastest land animals on the planet.  Second only to the cheetah!!  See, I do learn a few things watching the National Geographic Wild Channel!!

We passed lots of snow in the pass just before Lander, Wy and I can sure see why they use snow fence.  They must get a ton of the white stuff during the winter season.

Snow

Ice and snow on the water before Lander, Wy

Nice color but a long way down

Coming into Wind River Canyon near Shoshoni, Wy

In coming this route, John and I get to travel the Wind River Canyon and that is always a visual pleasure.  The Wind River cuts through the canyon providing wonderful views and great fishing.   The canyon is dotted with signs stating what time period the passing rock is from.  It is as interesting as travelling the Vernal, Utah pass.

The tunnels of the canyon

A beautiful drive through the canyon.  One we never tire of.

The Wind River

Left it is

Lots of deer here

Yes, there are antelope in this picture!!

Left again

Welcome to Montana

We stopped for the night at one of our favourite spots in Montana.  We have a few favs here in Montana.  Tonight's spot was in a sweet little campground in Laurel.  The sign going in says NO CAMPING but we usually just drive past it and park in and amongst the huge (and I mean huge) cottonwood trees.  The campground is situated right beside the Yellowstone River and at this time of year it is flowing like crazy.  A lot of water passes by in a very short time.   Lots of folks use the boat ramp to launch their boats and I am sure one must have a good idea as to the whereabouts of all the sandbars.  This river, at its current flow rate would show no mercy if you get yourself into trouble.

Laurel, Mt campground

The cottonwoods provide an awesome environment for all the different birds and they must appreciate it as one can hear birdsongs from sun up to sundown!!  The river is home for several osprey although we did not see any this year.  Squirrels were put on the earth simply to bug dogs and of course that was quite evident.  They too make their homes in the cottonwoods and I can only imagine how wonderful the park looks and sounds in the summer season.   Many use the park as a place to walk their dogs as well.  It is a lovely place to stay for a night.

Tonight's setting sun

Another good day of travel behind us and we are another day closer to home.   Life is Good.

Wednesday, April 25/2018

Headed out - a large crane on the highway

Once again, we were on the road.  Forever onward and Northward.  North 191 took us to Vernal Utah and over the mountains that lie to the north.  We had travelled this road several times but the views never get old.   The scenery and again, the geological history is incredible.  There have been so many fossils found in this area that they have erected signs along the highway depicting which era the rock is from and what has been found.  It really is quite interesting.

vast wilderness

The Bridge at Flaming Gorge Reservoir

Flaming Gorge Dam

snow in the distance

Lots of snow in the mountains   -  none on the highway

We travelled out of Utah today and into Wyoming.   There is a cute little park in Eden Wyoming that is certainlyl good enough for an overnight stay and this was our spot for the night.  It was windy again so no bbq tonight either.   Jeez.....what is with that.  I am not used to cooking for days in a row!!
It was our 37th wedding anniversary today and I was cooking chicken!!  WTH!!  Oh well, it was good and now we have leftovers for sandwiches tomorrow.  And the bonus of the day was that I let John kick my ass in two games of Yahtzee!!  Happy Anniversary Honey!!
Booko is not too impressed with the site tonight as there is lots of traffic so he is corraled here in the camper,   I think he is missing the freedom of last night's spot!!
Well, each day we are getting closer to home so that is good.  A few more days and we will be back in Canada parked at the farm and hopefully, get to see the kids.    
Life is Good!!

Our spot for the night, Eden, WY

Tuesday, April 24/2018

Kay getting ready to head out

Kay was up early today getting ready to head over to Nephi.  She got the cats loaded into the truck without too much trouble, grabbed a cappuccino and headed for her summer home.  She had stuff to do when she got there and was hoping that all would go well with the RV again this year.   She is scheduled back to work on the 30th so has a few days for both her and the cats to settle into a routine before the job starts.

On the road

Shit oh dear......thought he forgot about all these damn signs!!

Snow on the mountain

Signs, signs......everywhere a sign!!

Indian Canyon north of Price Utah

Rugged country and high elevations - 9100 feet today

Snow along the road

Our spot for the night - along side a babbling brook

Big fire - lots of wood amd that was a good thing
as there was a nasty little wind blowing

"Snake" wood in the fire

Once Kay was gone, we packed up and headed out as well.   We had miles to make and our time here in the States is winding down.  The country side of Utah is so varied and today we were in the hills and upper elevations towards Price Utah.   Indian Canyon is a geological wonder and I really never get tired of traveling there.   It is a long climb to the top (9100 feet) but it is pretty.
Even before the canyon, we travelled some pretty scenic country and since we had not been on some of today's roads before, it was all new.  There was a bit of road construction but nothing that really slowed us down.
We camped for the night in Indian Canyon between Price and Duchesne.  Being in the upper elevations I thought it might be a bit chilly but I was surprised.  We settled in and got a few hours of sunshine before it fell behind the mountains.  There was a wind blowing but it settled as the evening waned.
Booko checked out the surrounding area and made a few miles again tonight.   He is still limping from when he hurt his hind leg getting out of the jeep several weeks ago but we are hoping that it will improve now that all he has to do is sit and travel home.   There are no more cats around to have to chase and get stupid with!!
I made pizza for supper and as usual.....it was delicious!!   Even if I do say so myself.  Bed soon followed as we had another long day tomorrow.
Life is Good.