Camp Whitecourt, Alberta

When I left the Painted Rock Campground near Saskatoon this morning, I thought I set a tent striking record. A huge storm was brewing to the west and it looked like it would start dumping any minute. The last time I had packed my tent, it was a little wet so I was happy that it had dried out overnight. I was going to be pissed if it rained in time just to pack it again. Tradgedy was averted and I left PRC before the rain.

When I planned my trip in Austin I selected PRC b/c it sounded like there were actually some rock formations there. You know, some geological features to gawk at? None to be found. Just nice looking landscaping rocks that were (you guessed it) painted. :) I'm still glad I stayed there. The guy was really nice and the showers were as he boasted when I registered (the best in western Canada). I can't say they really are the best but the wall behind the door had a framed award from a Canadian couple that had traveled the Yellowhead. It read, "Cleanest and Prettiest Commode Award, Cross Canadian Trip Part II". I can't make this stuff up.

As I said earlier today, the bike is running great, but I think I'm going to need a new front tire when I get to Fairbanks.
-Brian

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