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Bombardier Snowcoaches

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Rob

I posted pictures of the snowcoaches in use within Yellowstone but I left one type out.  This appears to be the original design for snowcoahces and they are known as the Bombardier’s.  I assume this is because the Canadian manufacturer … Continue reading →

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Hot Pools Hide Themselves

Posted on April 19, 2019 by Rob

The colorful pools of hot springs in Yellowstone can be quite stunning to see.  Visiting in the deep of winter means they are surrounded with snow and ice but a lot less people.  The colors are still there but the … Continue reading →

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Commercial Service Starts at Paine Field

Posted on April 18, 2019 by Rob

SeaTac may be the main commercial airport for Seattle but there is now a second airport for mainline service.  Paine Field has opened its new terminal and commenced service.  I had a trip to make so decided to give it … Continue reading →

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National Elk Refuge Sleigh Ride

Posted on April 13, 2019 by Rob

Located in Jackson WY is the National Elk Refuge.  This is a huge tract of land that has been set aside for the elk to winter in as other parts of their territory have been encroached upon.  During the winter, … Continue reading →

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Moose Munching

Posted on April 7, 2019 by Rob

I’ve not had a huge amount of luck looking for moose on previous trips.  We saw two in our previous Yellowstone trip.  When we went on our wildlife excursion in Jackson Hole, I was hoping to see some more.  We … Continue reading →

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Snowcoach Adventures

Posted on April 3, 2019 by Rob

For my birthday, Nancy took me on a trip to Jackson Hole.  Part of the trip was a journey in to Yellowstone National park in a snowcoach.  The snowcoaches are modified vehicles to handle to snowy terrain.  They come in … Continue reading →

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Italian Hydrofoils

Posted on April 1, 2019 by Rob

This is a throwback to a trip long ago.  We went to Italy and started our trip out up in Milan.  We made a day trip to Lake Como and I was delighted to see hydrofoils on the lake.  As … Continue reading →

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BC Ferries at Work

Posted on March 10, 2019 by Rob

Our ferry ride to Swartz Bay was on one of BC Ferries larger boats.  There were multiple decks to explore and a great view to watch passing by once we got in amongst the Gulf Islands.  We also saw a … Continue reading →

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Tiger Taiwan

Posted on March 3, 2019 by Rob

How about another airline that I don’t normally see?  Tiger Taiwan operates a number of flights to Japan.  I saw them both at Narita and at Hyakuri/Ibaraki.  I figured I would share a couple of shots of  their jets in … Continue reading →

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Captain Cook Not Getting Respect

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Rob

The waterfront of Victoria Harbour has a statue of Captain Cook.  This is a long way from his home town of Whitby but the lad did get about a bit.  Given the nature of his efforts, you might think he … Continue reading →

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