July 12, 2010
The Events of Saturday, July 10, 2010 After a
fun night at the Janssens, we woke up around 7:30 and had a yummy breakfast of
pancakes. After packing our belongings, we tried out Mr. Janssen’s tandem bike
around the block. It was very fun being in the back except for the lack of any
control over direction or speed. We drove onward toward Baker City, OR, in
hopes of finding the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center. When we got there, we found
out it was the weekend of their Music Festival. After listening to a Native
American flute, we ventured inside. It was extremely informative, as every exhibit
had tons of text, videos, and pictures. After becoming experts on the events of
the mid-1800s, we saw an exhibit on the Native American Flutes we had seen
performed. Abby, Dad, and I (Ben) all tried the flutes. It was difficult at
first, but eventually we all got the hang of it.
We next
continued on to Hells Canyon. We found the RV Park we had hoped for and set up
camp. Unfortunately, the Snake River wasn’t conducive to swimmers. I am looking
forward to seeing the rest of Hells Canyon.
Posted by Ben Taylor.
July 12, 2010
The Events of Friday, July 9, 2010
We got on the road early this
morning, hoping to get to our friends, the Janssens’ house by 4:00. Actually,
mom and dad got on the road at 6:30am and drove while the rest of us slept. We
stopped for a scenic breakfast about nine at the Dry Falls State Park, learned
about it, and then got on the road again. At about 2:00, we decided to have
lunch on the road. Mom made some peanut butter and jelly sandwiches while Dad
continued to drive. Since Corvallis, we... Continue reading...
Posted by Abby Taylor.
July 12, 2010
The events of Thursday, July 8, 2010
We started today with a late
morning. We all got dressed, but decided to wait on breakfast because our milk
supply had diminished. After stopping to refuel and picking up some milk (only
2% lowfat milk was available – yuck!), we stopped at an overlook and ate
breakfast there. Then, we started our journey to North Cascades National Park.
First, we swung by the Visitor’s Center
and checked out all of the exhibits there and then walked out of the back ... Continue reading...
Posted by Lindsey Taylor.
July 9, 2010
The Events of July 7, 2010
Today, we departed from the Van Bergeyks’ house in Puyallup,
WA. We headed north to Seattle, where we toured Pike Place Market. After being
overwhelmed by all the colors and delicious smells of seafood and produce, we
found Rachel, the bronze pig mascot of the Market. We wandered around until we
found Pike Place Fish. It was incredible watching the fish mongers at their
work. Whenever a customer chose to purchase any seafood, they would yell out
the name of the... Continue reading...
Posted by Ben Taylor.
July 8, 2010
The Events of July 6, 2010
Today we woke up at the Van
Bergeyks’ house. What’s weird here - but still kind of cool – is that the neighborhoods
have no sidewalks. Their beautifully manicured, lush green lawns just keep going,
and then end at the street. The people walk in the street and ride their bikes
in the street and drive in the street. Maybe I’m spoiled to have had sidewalks
in all the neighborhoods I’ve ever lived in, but the absence of a sidewalk did
strike me as kind of odd... Continue reading...
Posted by Caitlin Taylor.
July 7, 2010
The Events of July 5, 2010
Today we awoke early, which was
difficult given the firework fun the night before, and headed out on the road.
It was hard to say goodbye to Grandma and Grandpa and all the amenities of a
home that doesn’t move. However we left with full bellies, clean clothes, a few
twisted arms (from Ben’s unsuccessful attempts to “flub up” his Grandpa) and
grateful hearts for a good time spent with family and friends. We were headed
to the Columbia River Gorge.
Afte... Continue reading...
Posted by Pam Taylor.
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