Jasper is a pretty town surrounded by high snow-capped peaks. We are told that the snow will be all gone in about 3 weeks, so our timing for this trip is good.
We left BC (British Columbia) and crossed into Alberta where there was a time change of one hour so we turned our watches forward. This area began with fur trading between the natives and the English from 1805. The natives are not termed "Indians", but "First Nation" or "Aborigines".
Canada has a national hero called Terry Fox (1958 - 1981). He lost most of his right leg to cancer at age 18. During his stay in hospital he became acutely aware of the plight of children with cancer and was determined to do something to help. After long training he began the Marathon of Hope,
running across Canada to raise funds for cancer research. He covered 3,339 miles in 143 days and raised $24 mill before his cancer returned in his lungs and he succumbed just before his 23rd birthday. His legacy continues in many forms, raising funds from Canada and other countries.
Today we took a Harley Davidson motorbike ride which was fun and exhilarating - leathers, helmets, heated vests, scarves and gloves. Judy sat in the sidecar and Brian as a pillion passenger - just like big kids!!
That is so fantastic! We love the harley ride, you two are rocking it in the leather! - Jarrod said "..nice chaps dad.."
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