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Hard to pedal in the ocean... August 12, 2008Leave a comment  View More Images If you are at all curious why my trek route today took me out along Cape Flattery and about three miles out into the Pacific, I was checking to see how water tight my Ortlieb panniers were! The bike didn't fare too well... Har har... Actually, I was absolutely fortunate to take a ride with Dan Greene and his 24' Radon Craft boat out around the Cape. I took my digital video, GPS and digital still camera and recorded the entire trip. Great photos of Grey whale, puffins, Bald Eagles, incredible coast line, and awesome swells. Dan took us out to his 125' mid water trawler which was bringing aboard 100 tons of Hake. I jumped aboard the FV Alyeska and took video on the operations. Dan, TJ, Nate and John waited alongside while I wandered the ship. When I was done they came back alongside and I jumped over the railing. Unfortunately, the swells had risen to about 5-6 feet and the boat pulled back at the last second. I was about 1 second from taking a swim, but I grabbed the railing with my right arm and dangled about 4 feet above the water line. Arms from the deck hands grabbed my side and helped me back aboard! Yee haa! I just about went swimming with all of my electronic gear attached to my body! That would have brought this trek to a quick halt until I purchased some more! Luckily, I have quick reflexes (not bad for an old guy) and the crew jumped into action. Otherwise, we would be discussing the causes of hypothermia! See, I told you we would be discussing science!!! ;o) Fantastic ride and absolutely breathtaking watching the Grey whales breech the surface. One thing I learned, whale breath stinks! I was actually hit in the face by whale spit!! How cool is that? I spent the remainder of the afternoon talking to folks from the Makah Nation in the community center and answering some great questions! Wonderful folks and a pleasure to be around. I also visited the Makah Cultural and Research Center. Janine Bowechop, Director of the Center, gave me a fabulous tour and explained in detail the history of the Makah people. On the way there, TJ gave me a lesson in berry picking. Thimbleberries are awesome, Huckleberry's and crab apples! If you ever get a chance to come out this way, you will have the most wonderful experience. Breathtaking scenery and incredibly kind and generous people. I picked the perfect spot to begin my journey, which starts tomorrow at 7:45 am. A blessing ceremony followed by a police escort through the city! What a way to start! I'll try and get some of the photos loaded this evening. I just forgot to bring my camera to dinner... More Images:                19 Comments
Aug 13, 2008 10:07 pm - Wayne Bridenstine wrote : John, you made great progress for day 1. Cape Flattery to Port Angeles and the GPS tracking on Google Earth really shows every turn. Now you will need to watch your navigation skills because we see everytime you make a wrong turn. If you need an excuse, I always told my kids we were taking the scenic route. Just take a picture and you can say the same thing. Enjoy the down hill rides. WRB
Aug 13, 2008 10:04 pm - Joe Oswald wrote : Well John...I wish you a safe journey. Hopefully, I can meet you in Arkansas and ride with you for a few miles. By that time you will really be fit and even my titanium frame LiteSpeed will not be able to keep up. It has nothing to do with my 54 year old legs....Take care. Joe
Aug 13, 2008 7:51 pm - your lil sis wrote : Miss my chat buddy already! Hope the day went great, thinking of you every minute, and hope you rest well tonight. : Love you, ls
Aug 13, 2008 7:47 pm - Juniper wrote : Day 1 down and I am SO PROUD! YOU ROCK! Thinking of you, looking up to you, wishing you safety and success! - Juniper
Aug 13, 2008 2:40 pm - Cheryl Frankfurth wrote : We wanted to cheer you on as you rode through Sequim, but couldn't figure out when or if you would ride through...bummer...have a great trip tho and we'll download google earth to see where you are from time to time.
Aug 13, 2008 12:45 pm - Jim Bridenstine wrote : Hey John. They were talking about you and your bike trek on WDBO talk radio 580AM here in Orlando, FL.
Aug 13, 2008 12:11 pm - Doyin Oluwole wrote : Enter Your Comment Here. I wish you God's protection throughout your travel.
Aug 13, 2008 12:11 pm - Doyin Oluwole wrote : I wish you God's protection throughout your travel.
Aug 13, 2008 11:33 am - Rick Griggs wrote : Best of Luck John, would like to have seen Uncle Chubby on a bike beside you !I have sent the website to Wetumka Schools for the kids to follow.Remember whales have the Right of Way !
Aug 13, 2008 9:39 am - NameAunt Carolyn wrote : Enter Your Comment Here.Best of luck on your ride. Can't wait to follow you across the country. Aunt Carolyn
Aug 13, 2008 9:14 am - NameUncle Jerry T. wrote : Have a great trek. Keep the sun in your face and the wind at your back. Jerry and Aunt Carolyn.
Aug 13, 2008 9:03 am - Dale Stradinger wrote : Enter Your Comment Here. John-Bon Voyage! We're thinking about you and praying for your safety and for strength as you begin this awesome journey. Go, go, go Johnny, go!-Dale
Aug 13, 2008 9:02 am - Paul Mason wrote : What a great experience breath does stink - yes whale breath does stink - good thing they sing well to make up for it in the romance department.
Aug 13, 2008 8:36 am - JR wrote : Good luck, buddy! Enjoy the trip; beer in CS when you get here...
Aug 13, 2008 8:31 am - Debbie Trainor wrote : What a very cool thing to be doing right now. Best of luck and weather on your trek. -Debbie
Aug 13, 2008 6:58 am - Theresa White wrote : Good for you, John! What a great contribution to the youth and a great experience for you. Oklahoma 99s and friends at Myrick will be watching your progress. Tail winds. Theresa
Aug 13, 2008 6:28 am - Jim Bridenstine wrote : Great photos, John. I guess grey whales should start brushing their teeth. : Best, Jim
Aug 12, 2008 10:50 pm - Name Ruby wrote : Enter Your Comment Here. I am so excited for you! Walk/Ride in Beauty! -Ruby Add a comment: |
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