Winnipeg

 Another drive on the prairies, although there were more trees today. There was a fair amount of road construction  so it took longer than we thought it would. Manitoba drivers are quite courteous compared to Albertans.

Gas here is cheaper than in Alberta. Most places it was $1.37. We wound our way over to Costco here in Winnipeg, and it was $1.19! Geoff took a picture of the gas pump to send to Tim.

We went to the Forks, which we really enjoyed. Missed the turn into the parking (which we often do) so went across the river and found a spot on the street by a big church. We parked beside a big plaque - it was Louis Riel's grave. Louis Riel is a big deal here. The Forks was full of all kinds of people just having a good time. There was an outdoor market with lots of vendors. We went on a boat tour which took us on the two rivers, the Red and the Assinboine. The tour guide made a few disparaging remarks about Wnnipeg, but to me it seems like a nice place.

So far the weather has been good, a little cool, but no rain. 

One more day in Winnipeg, then on to Thunder Bay.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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