St. Mary, MT, layover

Laying in my hammock in Glacier waiting for my wheel

My wheel came in about 2:00 PM this afternoon. Renée Peterson, bless her soul, actually delivered it to my campsite. Installation went along pretty well and it seems to be working perfectly. After a bite to eat, I will see if I can start my grind over the pass. Do not want to get caught on the top, so I will have to plan accordingly. When storms blow in, which they often do, lightning can be a hazard.  I will see how things go after getting a bite to eat.

July 15 - St. Mary, MT

I bid farewell to Monte Cherry as he went on his way. Due to a cracked back rim I had to delay my departure and stay in Glacier National Park. If I'm to be stranded anywhere you cannot beat this place!  I should have another back wheel sometime late tomorrow and should be able to resume my trip the day after.  I had a restful day, beautiful scenery, a good book to read, and interesting people to converse with.

Renee Peterson is my new best friend as she is my contact to get the new bicycle wheel to me.  Thank you, Renée, and you work in a beautiful area!,  Renée is from the Blackfeet Nation and grew up in Browning, Montana. So once again the Blackfeet Nation reaching out a hand to help.

My thanks to Renée for her assistance in securing a receiving address to which my bicycle wheel could be sent. Also a special thanks to Russell's Bike and Fitness Center in Washington, Illinois, for expediting the shipment of a suitable bicycle wheel to the wilds of Montana. I look forward to receiving it so that I can resume my trip.
I am camping, snug as a bug, and enjoying the company of others who are as captivated as I with the beautiful grandeur of Glacier National Park.

Kevin Forrest

 In the US Marines from 67 to 1970...2nd Bn, 1 Marines, Vietnam 1968 to 1969

Breanna and Djem

Breanna and Djem are from Northfield, Minnesota, and Madison, Wisconsin. Having a great time in Glacier. My neighbors at St. Mary's campground.