Travels across Canada

A trip across Canada that we thought would take 5 days we managed to stretch out to 2 weeks. It always amazes me how long it takes to drive across Ontario.
But what a great time we've had.

We left Haliburton before the fall colours were underway, but by the time we hit northern Ontario the colours were peaking' and we found ourselves driving through the brilliant reds and golds of the maple trees.

Then we were in big sky country, travelling across the prairies through the golden fields of just harvested hay and straw.

 

The weather was great until we crossed the Rockies, though still incredibly beautiful. Travelling the highest paved road in Canada we of course managed to hit a snow storm, though the next day in the brilliant sun was like driving through a Christmas card.

 

                        

 

Then we hit B.C and spent a few days in Nelson at our friend Johns place. It seemed to still be summer here, and we enjoyed warm weather and beautiful gardens.

I loved his grape tree. It gracefully draped itself over a sculptured cement tree. This is an idea I think I want to try in New Zealand.
The grapes were yummy too.

We raided his green house and came away with cucumbers, tomatoes, chillies and basil. What a treat

Then it was onto the coast and the land of the big trees.

And lots of low clouds drifting around the mountains.

 Spending time on Vancouver Island we've experienced all kinds of weather and visited many beautiful spots, both man made and natural.
The weather is definitely starting to cool down here and the rain is falling a lot more regularly.
Sad to leave, but I think it is time to head to Thailand and a little tropical weather.