Bullmoose Marshes and escape from Tumbler Ridge

 

After 3 days at Gwillim Lake, and no word re Birgit's Jeep, we decided to move into Tumbler Ridge where there was cell service and stayed at the towns RV park.

We hiked to Quality Falls and Leo stumbled into a wasp nest and got stung 5 times.  Luckily no allergic reaction. (I forgot the camera, so no photos.)

We also visited Bullmoose meadows, 

Alas, no bullmoose to be seen, a few ducks though

nicely set up with boardwalks,

and wildflowers, including fireweed.

Still no word about the Jeep and time was running out to make the circle tour without driving like madmen.  There was still lots to do around Tumbler Ridge, but Leo wasn't feeling up to par and thought he should be getting home to take some next steps regarding his health.  

So we packed up and headed home, leaving our friends to await the verdict on the repairs. They stayed for several more days, then moved on to Dawson Creek, waiting for parts to come in.  Finally the repairs were made, but the problem was not fixed and Birgit and Dale had to keep the car running all the way home.

Maybe next year we'll finally get to experience Liard Hotsprings!