Day 1 of our July trip

A fine day for a crossing. We looked back toward's Smith's Cove, and were greeted by this marvellous view of Bear Island, shrouded with fog.

It boded well, because often the crossing is calm when the fog

holds down the waves, and it did just that this time. Only 1/2 tab of stugeron, and I was fine.

It also meant that we could drive off the ferry and up the road immediately.

The St John River valley is beautiful. I never tire of looking at it. This time, for a change, we turned west at Edmundston, and drove along the edge of the river until we the last turn north into Quebec. I haven't driven along that route for decades, and I am so glad that we took that route.

It was relaxing, and interesting, and about 15 minutes longer than taking the TransCanada to Riviere du Loup (which is under construction in parts). It is always a pleasure to see some of the beautiful landscapes in our country.

Our overnight destination was Saint Jean-Port Joli, on the banks of the St Lawrence River.