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My trip to the Caribou
By Carol J. Jackson
My biannual trip to the Cariboo is always highly anticipated.
The best route to travel there, if you are traveling from the mainland, is via the spectacularly beautiful Fraser Canyon, on Hwy 1.
The trip is five hours from home with a quick stop at Skihist Provincial Park to have lunch and give the dogs a short walk.
The best times of the year are in spring when the kids are in school, so traffic is light and, of course, again in the fall, when school is back in session.
About 30 minutes drive in from the 70 Mile Store, past the Green Lake turn off, is Pressy lake and beyond that, Little Pressy Lake.
If the cattle are not all over the road, I can make pretty good time on the logging road to the cabin.
Most of my time is R&R at my friend's cabin, which is very close to Little Pressy lake.
I love spending time out and about with my camera, while my friend spins wool at the local Spinning Guild ‘spin-ins’. There are plenty of other fun activities around the area.
There is no shortage of gorgeous views and drop dead landscapes.
On our way up the short cut to 100 Mile House, we have seen moose, foxes, a lone wolf and, of course, oodles of white tail deer. None have been caught on camera, as one can never be fast enough for that.
In spring, 100 Mile House has their Farmers Market, which is full of local vegetables, honey and other produce, as well as many Artisans selling their artwork.
My trip is never complete without one or two visits to the outdoor fridge at the Canyon Ranch. It is constantly full of fresh eggs, jams and banana breads to purchase.
I have been traveling to the Cariboo for the past 10 years. Although it is a five hour drive, it is delightful compared to multi lane freeway driving in the south. When you arrive for the first time, make a point of smelling the clean fresh air. It is as noticeable as the warmth and friendliness of the people.
This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.
