We are trying to stay ahead of season closings further west
so after pumping, watering up, propane, gas, hardware stop and hitting Montana
Coffee Traders for cappuccinos and scones off we go onto Rte. 2. I diverted
Harry onto a very narrow National Forest Road (763) so we could travel along
more of the Kootenai River which almost sent us off the road when a couple
logging trucks hogged most of the road. This was followed by a quick stop to ID
and photo unusual ducks (common mergansers). Back on the road, my sunglasses
were missing so a quick 2-3 mile detour back found them by the side of the road
where I jumped out! Beautiful lakes, creeks, mountains and farmers market at
Libby, we called it a day at a NF Campground, Bull River, at the junction of
Clark Fork River. Harry took his first shower/bath in the river in ‘x’ days and
I in the van. He made the better choice!
This is such a short post, it’s time to talk about food. Polly sent us off with “Road Food”. The Fishers and Freda/Magnells have been
giving us tips along the way. We are trying them all but then there are the
everyday meals. My own garden veggies have been eaten, frozen, rotted or
frozen rotten at this point! (I hope everyone is enjoying my harvest at home!) We
picked up some tomatoes and huckleberries at the farmer’s market in Libby but I
have a new tip for all you RV/cruisers. It’s all about the hearts of romaine (Foxys
or whatever) that we buy that don’t need washing wasting water and last
forever! Inspired by Schooners, half them lengthwise and sauté both sides until
pleasantly golden brown. Serve on a plate drizzled with balsamic glaze (a very necessary
ingredient to sparkle any dish) and you will think that you are eating a very
fine Belgium endive side dish. Try it at home!
