A very slow start to the day. Dan was a little tired from his epic ride & we took a little time to tweak his set up for a more comfortable ride.
Out in the sticks, we rode past a sign pointing off to Dave’s Antiques – Open Today 10-4. Curiosity drew us down a remote track to Dave + younger brother, Steve. We found Dave to be the real deal – old time trapper come antiques hoarder with items from as far afield as UK. Most intriguing for us were his stories of trapping in Flathead & Glacier NP. Here trapping bear, polecat, beaver, wolverines & shooting coyote, & more. His trophies as far back as a boy of 15 yrs cover his impressive hand-built cabin. He is one of the last of the men who built Montana – what a privilege to have met him.
Sadly, onward & up over a high pass to Tuchuck CG. Late & near dark, we set up camp. With no gas for the stove, Dan lit a fire & managed spaghetti & pesto – living the dream!
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