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America and Alaska
We crossed the border on July 4th. Convenient isn’t it? However, before we crossed over, we, rather Mick, had to repair a slow leak in a Jeep tire. Thankfully, we noticed it early on so it wasn’t a complete blowout! But yes, Independence Day was celebrated amongst our own…Americans! We stopped at Tok, Alaska for the night. The Sourdough Campground was quaint and friendly. A good ole’ fashioned salmon bake and live music helped to celebrate the day. Even though there were no fireworks…however I don’t know how Alaska could have any, it doesn’t get dark…it was a very good day.
Once we left Whitehorse, YT, the road become horrendously worse. Not only were there dips and bumps, but whoop-dee-do’s were transversed by the RV. The road was so rough and windy through the mountains, I was actually getting car or RV sick!! So even though we didn’t drive for a long time, it seemed long due to the road conditions. Alas, we did see another black bear alongside the road. And he was ride by the road too, happily eating grass and dandelions with flies and mosquitos buzzing near him. He wasn’t scared of the passing traffic at all. So we have seen a black bear every day we’ve been in Canada.
Thankfully, we ended the day in Alaska. The end of the trip is nearing and I’m glad it’s around the corner.
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