Monday, July 6, 2009

July 6 -- Day Trippin'

What a day. We had a great ride. The trip took us through several small towns where we met several nice people, young and old. One of the towns we passed was Elgin. The old court house was now the Opra House. Around the back was the old jail and guess who was in it!

The weather was perfect for riding today. The air was warm at the bottom of the canyons and cool through the passes. We were behind the rain and there were beautiful sights before, during and after every curve along the way. We saw some of the largest dandee lions I have ever seen at one overlook. They were amazing.

We made it to Washington state and looked down the hill to see that we were almost circling back into Oregon. What a road! It was equal or above the roads we traveled yesterday.

We stopped at Orofino for the evening and purchased lodging at the Helgeson Place Hotel. What a great place. It is very affordable during the week with amenities. After a pizza dinner we walked to the Clear Water River for the sunset. What a great end to an outstanding day. Melanie, I wish you were here!

Tomorrow, Hwy 12! Yee hoo! Montana, here we come -- looking for Moose Drool.

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