2017 British Columbia, Canada

July 3rd, 2017

Moul Falls was our destination today.  It's about a 5 mile hike but the results certainly are worth it!  An amazing water fall but a little tough to get the great shots.  

Came home and played on the paddleboard that afternoon, love our new toy!

July 2, 2017

Spartan Waterfall

Travel day, left Salmon Arm around 9, took us about 3 hrs to arrive in Clearwater, BC, we are staying at Dutch Resort, which is located right on the lake.  Our view of the lake is spectacular, later our plan is to tour the Gray Wells Provincial Park that's infamous for it's waterfalls.

Dutch Lake

After setting up, headed to the park, where we saw three of the most spectacular waterfalls.  First one was Spartan, next was Dawson and last was Hemlicken.   It was the most impressive to me.   You just can't imagine the beauty that was there!  Tomorrow we'll see more waterfalls.

Got home around 4:30, it's hot...close to 90, so we decided it would be a good time to try out our new paddleboard.  Went and tested the water, warm enough that if I fall, it wasn't going to kill me!!!!

Took the paddleboard out of her box, blew it up (tougher than I gave it credit for, but fairly easy for Bobby) and then carried it to the lake....ok, Bobby carried it!!!!

Hemlicken Falls

Dawson Falls

Honestly, it's harder that we thought....get your balance is harder than anticipated, in fact, I fell in twice try to get the hang.  Bobby took a video, sure it's posted on FB by now.  He tried it after me, didn't have the phone at that time, tomorrow I'll capture him, although he never fell in today!!!! It's a lot of work on the legs and core muscles, so I should be in excellent shape by time I get to Havasu!!!  Yeah, right!


July 1, 2017

Had breakfast with Bruce and Sharon at their place near Eagle Bay, BC.   It's a isolated location but located in an area with lots of trees, etc.  They share the space with Sharon's sister.  There's also a cabin on the 8 acres, which allows for visitors to stay, that would be us next time.  

They've just bought a park model in same park as Brian & Dorothy over in Mara Lake area.  It will be much better, as not as isolated.

On the way home, took a tour of the Dreamcycle Motorcycle museum in Blind Bay, BC.  Great museum that's a private collection of the owner Mike.   I think he has 7 bikes on loan, otherwise these are his!

June 30, 2017

 Bobby played golf with Brian and Bruce (both have lots in HRVR), while I caught up on stuff around the coach.

 June 29, 2017

Had breakfast at Brian and Dorothy's place at Mara Lake.  What a beautiful place they have, it's a park model, right on the water in a gated community.

After breakfast, they took us on a boat ride, which took us out of Mara lake and then into Shuswap Lake, it's a tremendously large lake, that's shaped like an H.  On the way back to their house, stopped at Hyde Mountain Golf Course, for a snack.   We parked the boat at their dock and they brought a shuttle to take us to the clubhouse.   Very cool!

Said our goodbyes after being on the lake for about 6 hours and then headed to my cousin Donna's home.  There we had dinner with the family.  Great to see everyone, including her daughter April, Loran (April's husband) and Jim (Donna's husband) sister and brother-n-law (Joann and Ted).

June 28, 2017

Drive from Hope to Salmon Arm is so stunning.  The mountains are just stunning, they still have snow on the peaks, making them more stunning.  Drove past the Hope slide, which occurred about in 1965.  Massive land slide that did kill individuals, unfortunately.

Arrived in Salmon Arm around noon and then headed into town to locate the visitors center.  Picked up several brochures, then did a little grocery shopping.  It's raining, so we decided to bag the site seeing until tomorrow.

June 27, 2017

Left Arlington around 9, headed to Mt Vernon, where we washed the salt water off the coach.   Then headed to Larry & Linda's place in Lynden, WA, where we had lunch with them along with Coco and Pam & Doug Wylie.   It was wonderful seeing these friends, who also winter in HRVR.

Arrived at the border around 2:30, they searched the coach (note: don't tell them you own weapons, even though they WEREN'T on board), as just wanted to confirm we actually left our guns in Havasu.  That took an hour, so we arrived in Hope around 6, as we made a stop at Costco to pick up chicken for dinner.

2017 Washington

June 26, 2017

Aurora, Winnie, Ember & Sabrina

Lita, Rog, Hunter, Winnie, Aurora & Bob

 Had breakfast with the family, then drove out to our niece's new
place in Duvall, WA, which is about 1 hr from here.   When we were there here 2 years ago, they were just starting the building, now it's 99% finished. 

It was fun seeing Sabrina, her two girls (Aurora & Ember) and her step son Hunter.  Our oldest great niece Tempest (Lita's sister) wasn't there, off visiting friends and Darren was working.

Sabrina gave us the grand tour, they've done a fabulous job at designing this home.

Sabrina & Darren's Home

Sabrina & Uncle Bob

After visiting for several hours, Sabrina took us into Duvall and we had lunch at the local Chinese restaurant.  Afterwards we walked around looking in the antique shops, etc.


June 25, 2017

Jo, Jen, Teagan & Lita

Left naval base around 8 and Bobby head to our next stop, Angel of the Winds Casino.  Closest place to my brother's place to park the motorhome.

Lita and I drove to our niece Jen's home in La Conner and visited with her for a few hours.  Had a wonderful visit with Teagan, her youngest daughter.  Dustin and Juna (her oldest daughter) where in Spokane for a basketball tournament, so unable to see them.

Decoration in Rog's neighbor's yard

Picked up Bobby around 2 and headed to Rog's house, where we spent the remainder of the afternoon/evening.  Took at walk with Rog down to the river that he lives on, still quite high but temp was actually bearable, , that's if you're 12!   

After dinner took a walk looking for deer and visiting with his neighbors, then headed home.   Great day!

June 24, 2017


Last day on the island, so went for a walk.  I certainly have enjoyed being here!!!

The naval base is celebrating their 75th anniversary of being on the island, so Rog, Bobby, Lita and I went to the base to see the planes.  

Our first stop was the main tent, here they had all the divisions try to recruit individuals, sell stuff, etc.  They also had a rock climbing wall, which Lita and I tried.   It's 35' tall and had 3 levels, of which we both did the easiest.    I made it to the top!!!!!   The instructor was telling me where to place my feet, which certainly helped, as some to the footholds are hard to see.  Lita got scared and only did about 5', Rog and Bobby didn't attempt it!

Outside they had a great display of their planes, of which some you were allowed to
climbing inside.

They also provided a display of the rescue helicopter in action, that was interesting.

Later in the afternoon, took another walk on the beach.  Never get tired of the beach!  After dinner Lita and I went to the sing-a-long at the fire pit.   That was fun!






June 23, 2017


Rog and I got up and took a ride down to watch the planes while the family slept.   We were to early but did see 3 bald eagle!!!

Spent the day Walking on the beach, as the tide was a minus 3.6, one of the lowest tides this area has every seen.

In between the beach walks, played games, cards, went to the commissary, etc.  Rog told me  about

these sign that they make and place in the park, so I decided to give it a try, it turned out great, but instead of placing in the park, Winnie (my sister-n-law) is taking home!!!!!   I'm so g
lad she's keeping it!










June 22, 2017

Ebey Landing

Took a drive to Coupeville and Langley, which are south of Oak Harbor.   Coupeville was our first stop, the stores don't open until 11, so we had about an hour to waste, which wasn't hard.   Walked down to the water, looked for starfish, but apparently 2 years ago, they got a fungus and it killed all the starfish from California up to Canada.   They are just starting to come back, this is per a gentleman on the dock.

First car in Coupeville

The local museum was open, so we HAD to visit...lol.   Had some interesting artifacts!

Ebey Landing is just down the road, so we went and took a tour of the blockhouse that they built.  This is the only reserve that's part of the National park system.

Next stop was Langley, honestly, not our cup of tea.  Only a few shops to peak into, but they did have an ice cream shop, of which we indulged.

June 21, 2017

Played golf at the Naval base golf course called the gallery.  As always, had a fun time playing our bi-annual round of golf.   However, this year I beat Roger!!!!!   YEAH!!!
When we got back, decided to walk on the beach, play games, etc.   This is what vacation is all about!








June 20, 2017

Cliffside RV Park

On the Ferry

Travel day, headed from Sequim, WA to Port Townsend, WA to catch the ferry.  We've done this once before, makes for a quick way to get to Whidbey Island and around Seattle!  We arrived at the terminal about 1.5 hrs early and they let us catch the 8:45 ferry vs. our scheduled departure of 10:15.  

When we arrived in Oak Harbor, we parked at Walmart and waited for my brother, who arrived around 1.   Then we headed to Cliffside RV park located at the naval base in Oak Harbor.  My brother is retired m

aster chief from the Navy, so we were able to stay at this amazing RV park on the base.

Our to spots faced the ocean, we  only had to walk about 1 block to get to the beach, all though we could have thrown a rock into the ocean, if I had a pitching arm!  Nope, I played catcher!!!


Got settled in and then Rog, Lita and I took a walk on the beach, nothing better than sand in your toes!!

It was my turn to cook dinner, so had to get back to do that.  We've done this for years, where one night I plan and cook, then the next night it's their turn.  Works great for us!

June 19, 2017

Golf Board

Fixed the leak on the toilet and then headed to Cedars at Dungeness to play golf.   Bobby rented a golf board and I walked.   What a blast it was to use the golf board but must say, it's more work than we wanted!   It uses every muscle you have in your legs and core to turn it.  Great way to exercise but we were playing golf not riding a surf board...lol.

June 18, 2017

Port Williams Beach

It's overcast and misty, but we decided the weather would not keep me from taking a walk on the beach.   We heard that the Port Williams Beach was a great place to go find sea glass.  Guess everyone else heard that and took it all!!!!   We'll look again this afternoon when tide is lower.

RR Bridge

Drove over to the Railroad Bridge Park.  This bridge is from the 1920's and was stopped using in 1980.  It's now used as a walking/bicycle park.  The path leads all the way to Port Angeles.   We walked about a 1/2 mile.

We tried to locate what Bobby thought was the New Lighthouse, GPS actually took us into a neighborhood, but we did find a mother doe and her two fawns.   The lighthouse is out on a spit and it's a 5.5 mile walk one way, we might try it tomorrow.

Around 3, decided to go back to Port Williams Beach, guess what!!! Still no sea glass, but we got in about a mile walk!   Weather is still not sunny but at least its stopped raining.


June 17, 2017

 Arrived at the Sequim Elks around 11 and then headed into town to catch some lunch.   Ate at the local Chinese restaurant, it was good, then walked across the street to the Bonsai show.   Interesting to see that they used Rhodies and Azaleas plus Juniper, and other trees to create the bonsai's.   There was an instructor showing you how to use wire to branches so that you can manipulate the limbs.

Afterwards walked around their Saturday market.   It's small but nice, didn't buy anything.   While walking over to main street, met a couple with a bird, her name was Sarah.   Very friendly except she didn't particularly like women, loves men!!!

Walked around town, looking in the shops, fun little town.


June 16, 2017

Played golf with Carl today.   Didn't play all that great, but I played from the furthest tee's in hopes of keeping me in shape for my tournament in November.

After golf, went into town, looked around and then headed back to coach.   Around 5, Carl picked up Bobby, they headed into town to pick up pizza and then I headed to their house.   Had pizza, visited and said our goodbyes.  It was fun to see these two!



June 15, 2017

It's raining, correction, it's pouring outside, so we'll stay inside today!






June 14, 2017

Dow Creek RV park

Arrived at Dow Creek around 10, after settling in, I went for a walk  around the park,   Great area to admire the beauty of this area.  

Large Cedar in Staircase

Got back and headed to the Grand Staircase in the Olympic National Park.  One of my favorite hikes in this area.   Because of all the rain this winter, everything is plush and green.   We certainly could see the damage caused by the amount of rain this area received. 

The creek that runs through the park was full to it's brim.  Made for some great pics!!

Got home around 3, then waited for our friend Carl Kliese to show up.  Bobby is going to play golf with him tomorrow.   Carl got here around 6 and we visited for a while.  He and Bette own a park model in our resort in Havasu.


June 13, 2017

Hearst Carriage

Left Seaside and head to Raymond, WA to visit the Northwest Carriage Museum.   We haven't been here in over 15 years.   Must say, it's just a great as it was the first time, plus they added an addition to their building, providing more carriages to view.   Also on the outside they've added new displays plus a local artists has provided some interesting metal art.

Next stop was the Little Creek Casino, where we spent the night.   Great little RV park attached to this casino.  

Used in Paint Your Wagon movie

Drove up to the Salish Golf Course, one of the top 10 in Washington.  Decided not to play, weather is just not looking like it conducive to playing.   We are fair weather golfers!!!

Around 6 we drove over to our friends Scott Smith's place.  Since we saw them 2 years ago, they've moved to a town called Allyn, WA.   They bought a home with 5 acres, it's out in the middle of no where, not us!!!   Even though I loved the setting, just couldn't live this far from no where!!!