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Day 211 (4th of July)

7/4/2010

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It's already way past my bed time so I have to make this post quick, as tmorrow will bring the beginning of Lake Erie and the Great Lakes leg of this journey.
Today my host Jim graciously took me down to see Niagara Falls which was an experience I shall not soon forget.  Seeing the waters of the great lakes squeezing through a comparatively narrow river then cascading over a ledge hundreds of feet high is incredible.  Absolutely incredible. 
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Even the rapids above the falls were impressive.
Although seeing the falls from the observation decks above was a memoriable experience, it pales in comparison to the thrill of riding the Maid of the Mist boat right up to the base of the falls.  The thundering noise and "mist"... more like a heavy shower blowing off of the giant wall of falls was worth every dime of the boat ticket (which was actually very cheap) and all the effort it took to get here.  What an amazing experience, I highly recommend it. 
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The Niagara Gorge looking up toward the falls
After touring the falls themselves, Jim and I made our way out for lunch of authentic Buffalo Wings in the very bar/restaurant where they were invented.  After lunch we returned to the Niagara River Gorge to investigate the impressive rapids that exist within it's deep walls. 

Then later in the evening, after all our running around was done, we drove down to the shore to watch the local firew works show. 

It was certainly on of the more memorable 4th of July's I've ever had.
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birthplace of Buffalo Wings - pretty darn good
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Lyn Stachovak
7/5/2010 12:01:00 am

Wow! Sounds like you had a great 4th of July. Now it's on to Lake Erie... This is going to be a whole new set of adventures and hopefully you'll meet a lot of new people who would just love to paddle with you or help you out.

Keep heading home. Dad and I love you.

Mom

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Lynn Underood
7/5/2010 11:23:55 am

Hello Dear Jake!

Happy 4th of July. We thought of you as we sat in Mission Bay and were banged around by the best fireworks in San Diego. Just gotta do the Bay next year..you will forget the Niagra Falls..honest! Hugs and Kisses!

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john jost
7/5/2010 04:03:12 pm

hey jake
glad you got to see the falls and the birthplace of wings, the best buffalo landmarks.
have a nice trip across the lakes, and get home safe!

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