DAY 3 - CAPE FAIR, MO TO FORSYTH, MO

Mileage: 34.2 - Total Mileage: 106.6

Margarita Count - 8

What a day it was today! We had another morning with a monster hill right out of camp. This one wasn't as long as yesterday but it was every bit as steep. We both walked a portion of it since we knew we had a full day and there's no sense blowing up first thing in the day. 

We had a few busy roads today, but for the most part the drivers were courteous and we were on the busier roads at quieter times in the day. We even had several long sections today where we were rolling along the ridge line. It was nice because even though the road was still going up and down, they weren't long or steep and we coud just roll down the road. 

We had some longer climbs today than earlier in the trip, but they weren't as steep and we could ride them, albeit slowly. The scenery as we went along the ridges was pretty amazing. It was like you were rolling along at the top of the world and you could see for miles. 

My favorite road today was Rock Church Road. We never did find the rock church, but it was a beautiful rolling, shaded road running through a valley. That meant there wasn't much climbing, which was very nice!

We were late out of camp again this morning, waiting for the tent and fly to dry before packing up. Which means we were later getting into camp tonight. We may try to change things up tomorrow and pack up a little wet to get in earlier in the afternoon. We'll see how that goes! We're still working out the camp routines. 

I have been remiss in taking pictures of our campsites each day. I will try to get one in the morning and attched here tomorrow. Tonight we are camped at a city park down by the river in Forsyth. There are a couple of travel trailers here and us. It will be a very quiet night - although that's not necessary for us to sleep good!

We stopped at a convenience store before heading to camp. I found cans of margaritas that boast 2+ shots of tequila plus triple sec and lime juice in each 12 oz can. They are pretty good and will help the muscles relax and refresh for tomorrow morning. At least that's my story - and I'm sticking to it! Dave's relaxer of choice tonight is some Captain Morgan's spiced rum. It's a good night in camp!

And the promised picture of camp from tonight. Notice the laundry hanging to dry - we lucked out having a little shelter to keep it mostly protected from the overnight dew. It helps a lot when clothes and towels can dry overnight.