In the blink of an eye we were in Calgary...

We only had a couple more stops left in Ontario, arriving first at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, it was quite lovely, but weather was not cooperating beautiful beach but cool temperatures kept us out of the water...lucky for us we met our first friends as a traveling family. Thank you to the Andrews! We had a great time with you and hope our paths cross again.

We left early as we had a long ride ahead of us- next stop- Lake of Woods- Rushing River Provincial Park. Driving past Thunder Bay we stopped at the Terry Fox memorial, very inspiring, worth a stop if your driving through. 

A quick visit with my mothers cousin, who lives in a tiny place called Ignace, some delicious treats and wild blueberries (thanks Barb and Riel) and on to Rushing River.

My friends Nick and Kath mentioned when they went to "Lake of Woods" how truly spectacular it is there, ever since I have been dying to go. I was not disappointed. The park we stayed in was so pretty, with a massive river full of rapids, literally "rushing through", (hence the name). The park itself is quite small but it sits on a beautiful lake where we were able to rent kayaks and tour around. We then ventured on another hike (the girls are just about done with those!), to our surprise we found a section of rapids that had cascading falls, flat rocks and small pools just beckoning us to stay for a swim...what an amazing place....

I can honestly say our Ontario adventure was so great, really something to consider doing at least once.

Manitoba then Saskatchewan ....(one night here and one night there) .

Before we knew it  we arrived in Alberta...Banff I am so excited to meet you!