Thursday, May 22, 2014

Capilano Bridge

Last Tuesday I gave in to tourism and went to the Capilano suspending bridge. It is 140 m long and 70 m above the river all suspended by ropes. Not the best place to go if you are afraid of heights because the bridge sways and shakes making it difficult to even walk straight. The rest of the park takes place in the trees with free tours and environmental information.



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No trees were harmed in the making of this park.



Vancouver, BC, Canada

   The nomadic lifestyle has really kicked in ever since we crossed the border into Canada. Every night is a new spot. Quieter residential areas have been the most common places to park our RV. It is fun trying to remember where the last place I spent the night.
   During the day, I was able to get around the many parts of Vancouver by bike. A super bike-friendly place with bike lanes across the city. Last Monday I explored the downtown area. Crowded streets, loud traffic, and street performers filled the metropolitan area. Although a very diverse city, Chinese and Indians seemed like a large portion of the crowd. Everyone is very polite, but like in any big city, mostly kept to themselves.


Downtown from Lion Gate Bridge
Biker's Paradise!


   
Later that day I biked about 7 miles West of downtown towards the University of British-Columbia campus. I was walking towards the ocean when I realized I had entered a nude beach! Unfortunately most of the people were 40 years or older. Nonetheless, a beautiful beach. 

UBC students have it good
Add this to your itinerary!


Pacific Ocean


S/O to MN!