http://www.travelblog.org/Bloggers/RobKeller/ Travel adventures in journals and photos from RobKeller en-us Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:50:36 +0000 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:50:36 +0000 Rob Keller wrote...The joy of this motorcycle trip was not in putting it together but in watching the faces of those bikers who went on this trip. Whether it was conquering a certain fear fulfilling a dream being part of a team capturing Kodak moments creating memories for your daughter sharing your faith getting away from the job or just not having to plan anything but ride...all had the http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/North-Dakota/Bismarck/blog-412162.html DAY THREEToday we all woke up and what a pleasant surprise to see the sun and blue sky. We knew it was going to be an awesome day of riding to the Big Horn Mountains and then to Spearfish Canyon in the Black Hills of South Dakota.This morning we had a devotion about light and darkness...we do not have to do anything for the darkness to be there it simply exists and it takes no energy or effort http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/South-Dakota/Spearfish/blog-410927.html Day TwoNow this is what I call touring...an action packed day with rain scenery high altitudes great company running into old friends snow drizzle and just down right fun.We left Thursday June 18 from Billings around 830 am after having a time of sharing and devotions for the day. What a great bunch of riders who all have the same passion for motorcycle riding. The day started out overca http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Wyoming/Cody/blog-410026.html DAY ONEToday was day one for a group of Evangel Assembly of God motorcycle riders from Bismarck ND and what a day it was. However before I go into detail let me tell you about the group. Some may have called this the Wild Hogs adventure of some older than average motorcycel riders trying to take back their youth Well yeah because one does not get younger and needs to ride whenever you can http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Montana/Billings/blog-409650.html May 916 2009 I had the opportunity to travel to the West African nation of Ghana. It was my third time to this great country. On previous trips I assisted the Ghanian Armed Forces in Public Relations and working with the media. I was the ND National Guard Public Information Officer then. Ghana is our partner nation for the ND National Guard. It's called the State Partnership Program and a http://www.travelblog.org/Africa/Ghana/Greater-Accra/Accra/blog-408943.html Hey travel blog readers... Greetings from Bismarck ND where we are finally starting to have summer. The motorcycles are out in number. Someone asked me if we are having a rally in the area...I said No it's just summerIt's been almost one year ago that I left on my Alaskan Adventure and a lot has happened since then. I will try and catch everyone up so that I can get everyone current on m http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/North-Dakota/Bismarck/blog-408497.html Day 23 July 20 2008 SundayGood morningI have been hesitating to make an entry on my last day as I guess I am in denial that my adventure is over.I started out early from Lewiston MT stayed at the famous Yogo Inn which is named after the famous Yogo Sapphire mined exclusively in Central Montana and the only American gem found in the crown jewels of England and covered the 450 miles home in r http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/North-Dakota/Bismarck/blog-303984.html Hi everyoneJust when you think you have seen all there is to see in scenery and wild motorcycle riding along comes Glacier National Park It was not disappointing to say the least. As my title suggests it was breathtaking spectacular inspiring nervewracking and at times I was questioning my reason for taking the Glacier National Park Going To The Sun road. I will get to that in a min http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Montana/Glacier-National-Park/blog-302837.html Day 21 July 18 2008Good morningAfter saying goodbye to all my biker friends that had made the ferry crossing from Haines to Bellingham I got on I5 and headed for Highway 2 which would take me across the upper part of Washington Idaho and Montana. I have never driven this route before and was looking forward to the journey home.I know that Route 66 is a well traveled road but Hwy 2 also ta http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Washington/Spokane/blog-301847.html Hello again everyoneMany thought that I went missing on my sea voyage from Haines AK to Bellingham WA. Unfortunately WiFi was not available on the boats so had to wait until I reached the lower 48.I know some of you have cruised the Inside Passage and enjoyed it...if you have not I would encourage you to consider taking a cruise or a ferry north to Alaska.On Monday July 14 we boarded the M http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Washington/Bellingham/blog-301651.html Day 1617 July 1314 2008 Beaver Creek YT to Haines AKGood morningafternoon wherever you are....In this blog I will combine two days of travelhellipSunday and Monday.I left Beaver Creek YT on July 13 bound for Haines AK. The Beaver Creek campground has this pesky raven that was hawking all evening and then all morning. I donrsquot know what his problem was but as you know they are s http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Alaska/Haines/blog-299767.html Day 15 July 12 2008 Goodbye Valdez Hello Yukon Territory AgainAs you recall I spent the night at the Sea Otter campground right on Valdez Harbor. I awoke this morning to bright blue skies with just a whisper of white clouds. The air was crisp and you could see your breathhellipcalm and the harbor was like a sheet of glass. Hated to leave this setting but I had a deadline to make to get http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/Canada/Yukon/Whitehorse/blog-299430.html Good eveningIf any of you took a look at my itinerary you will see that Valdez was not on it. However I met a couple of sisters at Mile Zero in Dawson Creek who were going to Valdez and they said that I had better not miss this area since I was so close. Well that is where I am at tonight.But first I left Anchorage at 730 and did I mention it was raining Sorry about sounding like a broke http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Alaska/Valdez/blog-298643.html Today I made the 125mile ride from Anchorage to Seward. It was cloudy and overcast but then again it made for some unique photos. I traveled down Alaska Highway 1 down the Cook Inlet Turnagain Arm inlet that also leads to the Kenai Peninsula. Tides play a very large part of the Cook Inlet and it was out on this particular time I went through the area. Locals reminded me of the dangers of the http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Alaska/Anchorage/blog-298258.html Hello allSlept in today till 0700 hours 700 am and then went to breakfast and then to the Honda motorcycle shop. After talking with a service technician I decided that I will change my oil when I get home. Honda recommends oil change every 78000 miles. I only have 3000 miles. As far as the wobble his comment was as well as Honda Corporate keep your hands on the handle bars. Duh http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Alaska/Anchorage/blog-297723.html Hi guysI'm just starting to thaw out and get warm again. What started out as a relaxing ride from Fairbanks to Anchorage soon turned into one of the coldest days in my ride. I don't mind riding in colder temps but after 45 hours of 44 to 48 degrees no matter how well you are dressed it starts to go through you to the bone. It was also raining off and on during the trip.My back is holding up http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Alaska/Anchorage/blog-297343.html Greetings from Eielson AFBFor you military buffs who want to know about Eielson here goes...Eielson is located about 25 miles southeast of Fairbanks in the interior of Alaska and is the home to the 354th Fighter Wing assigned to the 11th Air Force in the major command of the Pacific Air Forces. The 354th FW supports operations maintenance mission support and medical functions of the Pacific a http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Alaska/Fairbanks/blog-296803.html Hi gangIt seems like a shorter day today or maybe I am getting used to the routine...covered about 200 miles today after leaving Tok. I am currently staying for the next two days at Eielson Air Force Base near Fairbanks. Military members can stay at visitors quarters if available. Rate is 28 per night. Not bad when I have been paying up to 28 to pitch a tent at some of the campgrounds along http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/United-States/Alaska/Fairbanks/blog-296051.html Hi guysAs you an see I am making up time and getting my blog entries posted on the computer. As I mentioned WiFi is not always available. In fact coming through Yukon cell phone service was not available. I had to purchase a phone card to call my family to let them know where I am at. When your family does not hear from you and knowing you are in a part of North America where a person can d http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/Canada/Yukon/Whitehorse/blog-295886.html Happy Independence Day all...we have so much to be thankful for.I an so thankful for all service members this holiday as we celebrate our Nation's birthday. You are not forgotten and I am very proud of each and every one of you.Today after leaving Jack Gunness and the Muncho Lake area I pushed with a little more vigor toward Alaska. However day two of rain fell in my tracks and after drying ev http://www.travelblog.org/North-America/Canada/British-Columbia/Terrace/blog-295870.html