Homer, the ancient Greek poet, must have rode in the sidecar
of a Russian Ural motorbike. It’s true that the journey’s the thing when a
passionate driver is chauffeuring you about. Getting ready for the journey is
also part of the fun. I wear a Hoodie, which I pull over my head and set my
helmet on. My earplugs help suppress the noise from the motor that roars on my
left and protective glasses keep my eyes wet.
September 22, 2012, on central Vancouver Island, offered a bright
sunny day and moderate temperatures. I packed a lunch for my husband and
I, and hopped into the sidecar like an excited puppy. We had a destination in
mind, and had never travelled the logging roads to Lost Lake. To my great
pleasure, on the way, we took a side path, explored more forestry roads and ended up at
Loveland Bay Provincial Park where we enjoyed a lakeside picnic. We stopped at
Lost Lake on our way home and walked the short hiking trail to explore the
area.
It’s the fragrance of nature, the sound of chirping songbirds,
squawking crows, and the sight of regal eagles that keep us travelling and
stopping along our journeys.
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| Logging Roads Galore |
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| Sidecar Views |
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| Loveland Bay Provincial Park |
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