Wabasha & Redwing, MN

Stunning morning overlooking the Mississippi River as the sun rises over the water. Wabasha is a beautiful area, pristine beauty, and the homes along the river are magnificent.

Terry Stroot ( my Warm Showers host) and John and Mary Ochsner who fed me brownies, ice cream and beer last night.  John is about 80 and is still bicycling. Mary knows better!

National Eagle Center, Wabasha

Today was kickback day only doing 30 miles. Weather was good, winds were light, and the scenery beautiful. Arrived in Redwing early in the afternoon and visited a confectionery store where I ate three ice cream cones, all different flavors, and would've eaten more if I'd had more time. Absolutely wonderful ice cream! Seems like while I'm riding I could eat anything I want, as much as I want, and I'm still losing weight like crazy.
Redwing is a beautiful city, with an old downtown, and you could see that there is pride in ownership.  Darwyn and Mary Tri are my hosts this evening...and very gracious hosts they are!  Had a wonderful dinner, great hamburgers, salad, and dessert!   I have to leave town before I eat them out of house and home.
Helped feed the livestock. My contribution was feeding a half pound miniature goat, while Darwyn fed the goats, the chickens, the cow, the dogs, and everything else. Darwin did not want to give me more than I can handle. One baby pygmy goat... that's about right!
Off to Wisconsin tomorrow.  Will continue north, and try getting in 60 or 70 miles.

ADM plant in Redwing, MN

This is where my host for tonight works. When I heard him talking on the radio trying to sort out difficulties, I thought... I love retirement!

Darwyn & Mary Tri

Baby pygmy goat has been rejected by it's mama. Must be fed every three hours and I get to do it at least once. Just cute as a bug!