Next on the tour was Edmonton, or as it has affectionately been referred to as..."Deadmonton." I would have to agree with this statement, as there is very little to do there. The city is very spread out & only seems to cater to shoppers. Whyte Av was okay, as it was the best place to go out drinking!

After my four days in Deadmonton it was time to move on; the next stop being Jasper in the National Park by the Rocky Mountains. Jasper is a very small town, only two main streets, but it is perfectly situated to serve up some amazing hiking opportunites - & consequently, some amazing picture opportunities...

I walked on water for the first time! I have done many times since, but it was an exciting experience - I was the only one of us who was brave ( /stupid) enough to try it out! I also enjoyed going down a 100ft icy hill on a sheet of plastic...highly recommended - although the stones & trees can hurt!

After my three days in Jasper it was time to head to Banff. I had managed to arrange for a bus through the National Parks & the Rockies, renound worldwide as one of the most scenic roads. I cannot argue one bit!

I cannot wait to go back to the National Parks in the summer months, armed with a tent, a mountain bike & a kayak! Truly breath taking :-O

written by  johnnoble on December 1, 2008 from Edmonton, Canada
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Personally I would like to see more words - pictures are for children John! Also I see there has been no reply to my email concerning a night in with the bacon, so assuming you are not talking with criminals these days.....x x x x x

written by  Marcus Geroge Leach Esq. on December 2, 2008

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What were you doing in my back garden in Highbury.............? - you said you were in Canada and wouldn't be back for a year?!?

written by  Catmouse on December 2, 2008

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