Thursday, July 21, 2011

Desire to escape the weather


Another Tue and this is the most miserable weather day of the trip. Steady rain all day and the coldest temps we have encountered. Our riding partners have expressed a desire for warmer temps, so we are working our way toward Dawson Creek. The first stop from Fairbanks is the FABULOUS White River Resort. This time instead of camping we opt for their cabins. These are not your usual cabins, but finely appointed rooms complete with private bath and shower, fridge and microwave. Amanda says by next year full kitchens. The beds are far and away the most comfortable we have slept on in any hotel room.
Adding to the attraction we observed a Moose cow and 2 calves walking across the grassy runway, soon to be followed by 2 black bears. This place has offered the most wildlife sightings in all of the Yukon or Alaska.

Wed comes and we pack up for the road. 20 minutes prior to departure and the rain begins. Generally out of it most of the day but gray skies and cool temps are with us all the way to Whitehorse. The next 2 days are about riding to seek out better weather with just one stop on the sights list. The sign post forest.

Based on current weather forecasts, we have 2 more days of questionable weather and then things improve. The goal is Jasper at the top of the Icefields Parkway by Sun.

1 comment:

Debi said...

So sorry to hear that you are in so much rain!! Good luck finding some sunshine!