Some Reflections From Our Venture East

Our 1988 Venture Royale has now taken us across Canada  from coast to coast, with part of our journey taking us through the northern US states. I have enjoyed dipping my toes into the Pacific Ocean at Torfino, BC and the Atlantic Ocean at a spot on the Cabot Trail, Nova Scotia. While Evan had to deal with a few maintenance issues along the way, the Venture never let us down. 

For Venture East, we took the same approach as we did for our Venture West trip. We stayed off the main highways for most of our ride and enjoyed the journey. We adjusted our route as we went and avoided daily destinations to do so. Once again, it worked for us and we experienced so much beautiful but diverse  scenery and friendly people along the way. 

We travelled 7960 km through the scenic roads of 5 provinces and 6 states. Evan is working on preparing an electronic map to show the places we have been and the roads taken. 

We have suffered the dreaded Num Bum, but we now have a cure as provided by our friend Mick. He advises the following "hot bath and baby oil (external) in that order, followed by a chilled white wine(taken internally), repeat often until feeling returns". 

I hope that the readers of our blog have enjoyed the journey with us.

Evan says our next Venture tour  might include a ride along the Blueridge Parkway and Skyline Drive. 

Regards, 

Anne

Day 28, Wed July 3, The Final Leg Home

After a week's stopover at our cottage on Lake Nipissing, we finally rode the last 350 km to our home in Toronto. It was a good feeling to sleep in our own bed after 28 days. 

Loading up for the last day's ride home

--- and the ride through cottage country was also enjoyable.

While at our cottage, we had the joy of spending time with two of our grand kids, Ryder and Rhys, and their father. 

--- with our grandsons on Canada Day 

We also had a great time with our visitors and good friends, Carl and Marca, who joined us for the weekend. We especially enjoyed raising the flag and celebrating Canada Day with them. 

--- celebrating Canada Day

--- including a Canada Day cake made by our friends

--- and a sunset cruise. 

Finally, arriving home in smoggy downtown Toronto

--- with the CN Tower in view.