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March 11th 2006
Published: March 12th 2006
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(Matthew) Lake Toba was great. in fact, i was a more than a little sad to leave it. but kevin told me about an orangatang convservation center up north and it sounded pretty cool. we got up fairly early to catch the first ferry back to the mainland and then, after a decent breakfest, we headed back to medan. we actually ended up chartering our own car. we never do that but we were able to do it f... Read Full Entry



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Black Gibbon MonkeyBlack Gibbon Monkey
Black Gibbon Monkey

These guys came running when they saw our bananas
The way of the monkeyThe way of the monkey
The way of the monkey

Our guide, Sinar, telling us how the female orangatang leads around the male
Crazy BridgeCrazy Bridge
Crazy Bridge

We had to cross this swinging bridge to reach our hostel. It's way harder in the dark...
Gary McGillGary McGill
Gary McGill

Oh no wait, thats Dustin....just sporting the good ol fishing days moustache look that gary and the other fishermen seemed to like AHAHA
A change of paceA change of pace
A change of pace

For some reason, our bus pulled over and they changed the tire.



12th March 2006

Monkeys! Monkeys Everywhere!!
Wow, what fun adventures! Matt, I think the Thomas Leaf Monkeys are my favorite so far too...at least from what I have seen from your guys' journals. I'm so glad you guys are having so much fun there. The rafting looked like a blast! We miss you guys a lot and can't wait for you to come back. Have fun and good luck on that long bus ride.
12th March 2006

AHH!! THat rafting looks so fun!!! Wow ... wow wow wow ... I doubt that I could do that down the Walla Walla River, but I just might try now! Oh, and the black gibbions look hella freaky. Seriousely.
13th March 2006

You sure Been Monkeying around:)
I have had a really great bunch of smiles and laughing with this one guys! you out done your self!! They are halarius and also what an adventure. LOve all the monkeys and your close ups were so clear and funny. All your facial hair and oh yeah, Matthew, we definatly like you clean shaven!!!!!!!!!!!! But we love you "just the way yo are! Thankyou for the amazing glimpse into your days. They make our days reading and looking at the wonderful full life you areliving and that rafting just looks tooooo fun! Hugs and Gods blessing M Cindy
17th March 2006

lookin good
Hey guys ...nice mustaches...lol...the rapids look fun! HOpe your doing well...Peru is beautiful...hugs and smiles Jess

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