Salt Spring Island BC

Wow, It is paradise, many trees and very relaxing. The ferry ride is very smooth and the large Ferrys have gaming rooms, stores and restaurants and very cumfy. This says a lot about the BC Ferry from a person who does not fare well on boats. I would have no problem to go back. Driving a Trimac silver bullet has been amazing so far. I have covered most of Canada and the US. A far cry from my last company. I will post pics of my Island stay below, if drivers have an opportunity to go, GO!

Enjoy the pics:














The Morningside Bakery is locate on Salt Spring Island at fulford Bay. It is only a about 75m from the entrance to the ferry parking lot. It is an unusual little abode that sell many coffee's and tea's. They have many fresh pastries to eat, very yummy!











This the out side eating area of the Morningside Bakery, very quaint!

Ferry Docking Area

Kemess Mine British Columbia:


The Kemess Mine is located in one of the most remote areas that I have ever been in. It is located 377 km north of Mackenzie BC; trucks accessing the facility must drive the logging road that is mainly a Single track. It is not uncommon to be snow covered or muddy so carrying tire chains is a must, not an option. When driving the route one should remember that the VHF radio is you best friend, it helps you keep a track of trucks in the area. Loaded trucks and grading equipment have the right of way. Drivers will also have to call ahead at every mile marked stating there location, direction and if they are loaded or not. There is no commercial radio in the area nor is there cell phone coverage; this maybe best so the driver can concentrate on the driving and VHF radio. Should the truck slide off the road or crash it would be advised to carry proper winter attire and to have at least 24 hrs of food. In an emergency it could take many hours for help to come as well the drive takes you through avalanche areas that are well marked. Drivers should keep in mind that the road can be blocked by snow. Lomac trucks that run the road daily are equipped with satellite phones and are the best people to contact along the journey should one need assisstant. The Oslinka logging camp is the half way point, expect to take at least 10hrs loaded. The road is wash boarded, if you drive at 20kph which is instinct it will shake you to death. Driving at 60kph+ over the washboard sections will smooth the ride out. At the mine the food is great and the people are too. The two public phones at the mine to call out on only take calling cards or 800's. These phones are satellite phones, there is a delay. When talking wait till the other person is finished before you start and it will save a bit if grief. I have posted a few pictures and a map for people to see.

Map of Kemess Mine:























Many wooden bridges that are just wide enough for the truck;