We have not been eaten by mosquitoes, black flies, bears or chipmunks! We are fine.
For those of you sweet souls who fear we are not prepared for the seasonal pests, fear not. We were aware and prepared. We have Herbal Armour spray, and candles, and sticks. And long sleeve/long pants, mesh head gear and timers set for dusk and dawn. We knew what to expect. And we continue to encounter the nasty buggers, but they are manageable, for sure.
The horror story Steve wrote about was an EXCEPTIONAL experience. TRULY EXCEPTIONAL! It was a cow pasture which defies description. A hilarious story which should only be told in its fullness around a campfire with a stiff drink and lots of time for laughter. Please ask us to tell this story. I am sure it will get better each time we tell it.
Now, the question of where we are….

On a Wisdom Teachings Hike in Pukaskwa National Park

Swimming in the pools of Rainbow Falls Provincial Park

Meeting fellow travelers in Dryden’s Wal-Mart parking lot before a great nights sleep

Followed by an early morning plunge into our own private lake in Kenora…Hoopla Island

And tonight we are sleeping well in our first AirB&B, just past the center of Canada.
Hello Manitoba and good night friends 💤💤💤