Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Hazeltons And Totem Poles

August 23 thru the 26th

We spent 4 nights in this area just catching our breath. We have traveled from Apache Junction AZ to Hazleton BC for a total of 8700 miles. 

The Hazeltons consist of New Hazelton Old Hazelton, South Hazelton located on the Buckle and Skeena Rivers in Northern BC.

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The visitor center in Hazleton had a nice display of the history in the area.

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This area is rich in First Nation History we were told there are about 100 totem poles in a 50 mile area of the Hazeltons.  Some of my favorites and a new one being carved to replace one that deteriorated.

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The Hagwilget Bridges. The Hagwilget Canyon on the Bukley River is one of the most photographed spots in Canada.

 

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As you can see Mike had no problem relaxing in the sun, and we did have some beautiful days here.

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One more picture of a bear across the river from us. 

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This is also the area where we split with Sandy and Steve, they headed back to Washington for appointments and we stayed behind for a few more weeks. 

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