Roxy and Linda's Bicycle Blog
28th posting on July 27, 2013 ..... Back to the welcome page and listings for other links
Day
47 - Park Rapids, MN to Bemidji, MN - 62
miles ......... 2040
total miles
Hard ride due to huge direct headwind all day and rain in the
morning. Headwinds are the most challenging for us, not only do we work harder
but it's noisy. Tailwinds are wonderfully quiet! We were wet when stopped for
lunch at Douglas Lodge in Itasca State Park. Enjoyed hot wild rice soup and warmed
up. The rain let up and we headed out to ride the 6
mile bike path thru the park to the headwaters of the Mississippi River. The bike
path was a treat, wound thru forest, along a lakes and across a boardwalk, nice
to be out of traffic. There were many people out enjoying the day even though
it was cool and cloudy. We didn't walk across the river as we were now dry from
our morning shower. Leaving the park we wound along country roads to Bemidji.
We were happy to see the lake, Paul Bunyan and Babe. We're staying with Roxy's
brother Gary and wife Betty in Bemidji for the weekend. We didn't want to miss
dinner so we called for a ride. Gary and Bob we there in a flash to pick us up.
Nice to sit on something other than the bike seat. Had a great home cooked dinner
and visit with more family. Life is good!
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We're
in Itasca State Park. After lunch we found the 6 mile bike path to the headwaters
of the Mississippi River. What a change from the last week! |
Our
favorite bike sign. Many ups & downs, let the good times roll! |
Linda
trying to beat the ranger uphill.....guess what? |
This
boardwalk extended over marshy ground. The surrounding area is very lush &
vibrant with birds. |
It
is over 1/2 mile long thru beautiful forest. |
Unknown
young man posing at the headwaters of the Mississippi River. Hard to get a picture
without people. Hard to believe this trickle turns into the mighty Mississippi! |
Funny
thinking this was going to be a quiet people-free experience :):) !!! |
Made
it to Bemidji !! Linda posing with Paul & Babe & an unknown child. |
Any mistakes or corrections, email me at coachellis@cox.net | |
