The run from Charlie Lake to Jasper National Park was a bit straight and long, but we made it. We managed to dodge a couple huge Thunderheads and stayed dry all day. We dropped down into the valley that is Jasper National Park. Wow. Epic scenery. Basically, the park is the valley between two mountain ranges that look like they were pushed up from below and have crumbled to leave sharp, jagged edged knives thousands of feet in the air. Other parts are pushed and twisted like Taffy on a puller. Words can't really describe, so you'll have to check the Flickr site to see the pictures.
We had dinner at the Jasper Brewing Co. resturant in Downtown Jasper. The beer was very good, and the presentation of the food was excellent. I recommend their Pilsner (Summit Hill) and their Red Ale (Liftline Cream Ale). Their 6060 Stout was a valliant effort, but the roasted flavors went a bit too far and reached the burned stage for my taste. That Pils though, was one of the best I've ever had.
Something that we all noticed independently on our trip through the Great North that is reflected in their national parks is the different mentality of the folks here in regards to taking care of things around them. When you go to a National Park in the USA, there are rope barriers and rules and boundries everywhere. Almost to the point where you feel like you're looking at everything through a window. There are constant reminders to NOT TOUCH anything. And yet, you still see the blatant abuse of the natural resources and beauty that the parks are trying to share with us. Here in Canada, there are no such boundries. There are no signs saying not to, and yet, people don't. They have an inherent love, respect and appreciation for the natural beauty of the world and as a country, strive to preserve it for the enjoyment of all. Yes, I do see people going out into the wild in ways that wouldn't be allowed in the USA, but they do it with care, and a light step. Also, there is NO LITTER here. Seriously, no trash on the highways or streets. It's amazing. Go Canada! -MGates
We had dinner at the Jasper Brewing Co. resturant in Downtown Jasper. The beer was very good, and the presentation of the food was excellent. I recommend their Pilsner (Summit Hill) and their Red Ale (Liftline Cream Ale). Their 6060 Stout was a valliant effort, but the roasted flavors went a bit too far and reached the burned stage for my taste. That Pils though, was one of the best I've ever had.
Something that we all noticed independently on our trip through the Great North that is reflected in their national parks is the different mentality of the folks here in regards to taking care of things around them. When you go to a National Park in the USA, there are rope barriers and rules and boundries everywhere. Almost to the point where you feel like you're looking at everything through a window. There are constant reminders to NOT TOUCH anything. And yet, you still see the blatant abuse of the natural resources and beauty that the parks are trying to share with us. Here in Canada, there are no such boundries. There are no signs saying not to, and yet, people don't. They have an inherent love, respect and appreciation for the natural beauty of the world and as a country, strive to preserve it for the enjoyment of all. Yes, I do see people going out into the wild in ways that wouldn't be allowed in the USA, but they do it with care, and a light step. Also, there is NO LITTER here. Seriously, no trash on the highways or streets. It's amazing. Go Canada! -MGates
Wow. Another great photo. It just works with this yellow bike!
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