Who planned this thing?

The Brigade has taken several thousand hours of volunteer time to plan the route, scout the route, establish contacts in communities, explain the significance David Thompson played historically here, plan camping locations, explain the Brigade story, arrange community participation events, and many, many more details. And while there was some generous financial support from a few organizations there are lots of costs associated with this trip that are not covered by the participants who cover much of the costs.

Today was a day off in Wenatchee, Washington and that gave a chance for the organizing committee to meet and assess the mid-way status, including our financial status which of course is always a concern for a voilunteer group. A few important people are missing from this photo -- Eloise who with Ross MacDonald are the kernel of energy that started this ball rolling and Don Galloway who had a major role planning the route and continues to be helping make community contacts as we move down the river.

The photo just missed capturing the snow-capped mountains which are about 30 miles away. Another photo I might have taken was during our excellent supper at a local Mexican restaurant Mariscos Camino Real.

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