August, 2014
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The Rainy Day That Wasn’t Hawke’s Bay, NL to Cow Head, NL
When I went to bed last night – or more accurately when I sealed myself in my tent last night – it was a beautifully clear night. I would’ve preferred watching the sunset from my personal field of dreams but the flies were excessively aggressive. And I only have soRead More …
Moose!! Plum Point, NL to Hawke’s Bay, NL
Last night’s wild camping in the park was another successful endeavour. I enjoyed a very comfortable sleep – probably somewhat aided by the 165 km ride. The ground was actually so soft that, if not for the insulation provided by my air mattress, I could’ve easily just slept on theRead More …
A Shared Moment St. Anthony, NL to Plum Point, NL
Getting back to my tent last night proved to be slightly more challenging than expected. I was struggling with the campground’s WiFi connection in their common room and by the time I left it was close to midnight and that’s when I realized I didn’t have my headlamp with me.Read More …
A Final Note on Poutine
I know I may have made an excessive number of references to poutine over the last four weeks but it’s not very often I find a food I like so much. I realize though that those days are gone and it’s time to move forward. However, in my last fewRead More …
Vikings! St. Anthony, NL to L’Anse Aux Meadows, NL (return)
So I’d have to say my first real foray into “wild camping” was a resounding success. I had a completely undisturbed night and woke up around 5:30. I’m pretty sure no one really cared I was there but I didn’t want to overstay my welcome so I packed up earlyRead More …