June 9
244 km, 10 h 00 m
What a beautiful day. I got an early start for once and had 80km clocked by 12:30. Stopped for lunch in Beardmore. This is real pretty country. A million lakes. Happy Birthday wishes to Andrea.
Tailwinds were favourable. Feel great in the saddle today. Talked to Command Central in Geraldton and relayed the message that we should try and get further than Longlac today. The stretch between Longlac and Hearst- 210km, is desolate, save a few fishing camps. I had a brochure from Klotz Lake Camp and thought we might stay there. It’s an extra 50km east of Longlac.
The ride from Geraldton to Longlac might be my best hour on a bicycle. Beautiful shoulder, sunny warm weather, tailwind and energy to burn.
Caught up to my dad in Longlac at 6pm. He voted in favour of going the extra 50km. So we called Klotz Lake Camp and talked to Toni. She said, Come on down. We’ve got a cabin for you. Watch out for bears and moose, though.
On the way from Longlac to camp, we saw one moose and three bears. Thanks for the warning. We didn’t see Goldilox, unfortunately. With tailwinds, we had a leisurely two hour plus ride into camp.
When we got to Klotz Lake, we were greeted by Toni and two boisterous dogs. She got us set up in our cabin and gave us more food than we could eat. Pork roast, eggs, bread, and a big cheese plate. She is an angel. If you ever want to go fishing in northern Ontario, this is the place. www.klotzlakecamp.on.ca Toni will treat you right.
The insects here are vicious- mosquitoes and black flies to suck your blood dry.
For breakfast this morning we had a pork roast scramble, rye toast and orange juice. Tasty, tasty.
So long Klotz, I must go and catch up to the old guy.
I can’t believe summer’s almost here…
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7 comments:
So glad to hear of your good news (except the mosquitoes). Nothing like great food to nourish the body and the soul, eh?
You guys are doing awesome! I am proud of you!
Klotz sounds like a Killer Kamp. Do they have a Koffee Korner? You lads seem to be faring (and eating) well, which I'm glad to hear. So...just came back from the final mixing session for KT Vol 02. It's going to be a really nice project! In other news, T & I have joined the blogwagon. Check it out: euroexpedition.blogspot.com
BOOYA!!!
Hey Kenton, "we the people" miss you. Ezra was with us at street church tonite. So, 8 stages - way to go! The cars purring nicely - thanks. Josh's number is 604.725.9535. All the best to you guys. And booya.
-Chris
Happy Father's Day, Dad!! I hope you have a great day of rest, good food, and fellowship. I love you.
Andrea
Hey Where have you been all week? Are you getting too comfortable in Klotz Lake? Don't be led astray be the beautiful camp and tasty breakfasts... Newfoundland is calling! Whiskey Hollow Bound tonight. And Car free day on Commercial... See you soon!
Kathleen
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