While traveling from Texas to Canada, finding cool neighborhoods was a goal. Gastown, a neighborhood in British Columbia, embodies a spirit of creativity that we call, “Site Stop”
The stress of crossing the border was only a delay to a fantastic next day. After a good rest, we set out on our first day in Canada with one goal: to find joy at Stanley Park. (Photoshoot)
Preparing thoroughly is essential when crossing into another country, such as Canada, as there are many details to consider.
Although we thought we did our homework, we fell slightly short.
Buckle up, and let's hit the open road!
Chasing North American horizons with a vehicle-dependent aim may sound crazy. But our confidence was mountain-high with a reliable 'steel horse'; 2024 2.7 Chevy Silverado to carry my wife, our dog Rusty, and me.
Chevy Colorado versus Silverado, we moved towards a full size truck. Consider this; size, payload, and intended use. We chose well.
This isn't just a road trip; it's an immersive journey fueled by freedom, the dependable spirit of our aim, and a Silverado. This first episode captures a distinct and reflective leg of this incredible expedition, so buckle up, visit Catholic Camper, and let the adventure begin!
Finding comfort in the cold and how the inaugural journey from Texas to Canada deepened our appreciation for life's warmth.
After a 12-hour tour in the darkness of midnight, we emerged into an area that we were not prepared to see and found ourselves lost.
After a week of winding through the majestic, rocky peaks of the Rockies, we've finally made it to the lush, green landscapes of the Pacific Northwest!
Traversing towards Canada, we come across a living history site, or more accurately, Fort Stevens Civil War/World War II concrete artillery gun bunker.
This was a surprise, one of many!
Soak in the local culture and seeing the sights was a reminder that I appreciated. In this video we frame the small town of Astoria and the big city of Seattle!