A fun fact for all to learn- some places have problems with homeless cats roaming the streets, but here in Kelowna, there are FERAL BUNNIES!!!!! That's right, Bunnies! It seems that when owners no longer wanted their pet rabbits, they decide to release them into the wild. And, rabbits being the creatures that they are, have now populated the wilds of the Kelowna's streets. It's really neat to be driving to your next show and see albino, tan, black and brown bunnies on the sides of the roads grazing! But, of course, these bunnies are not supposed to be here and apparently there is talk about what to do about them, but no decision has been made yet. I just thought that this is a really fun and unique fact about Kelowna!
So, as you all know, we are now in the Okanagan Valley. And let me say, it is gorgeous here!!! Rolling hills as far as the eye can see and these hills are covered in sand, grasses, cacti, and shrubs, with some ponderosa pine scattered throughout. When we first entered the Okanagan, it was really hot! Sometimes it would be over 40C in our van! But, as we drive north, the temperature is becoming more reasonable and it no longer feels like I'm going to die from heat stroke anymore.
My feelings so far on this trip are that I'm soooo happy to be here, travelling the country and teaching people about reptiles, and I'm soo happy to be travelling with this crew. They are an amazing group of people, and we are always laughing no matter what. We could be just fooling around or we could have discovered a new problem with the van and trailer, but thankfully our spirits seem to always be up. I think this part of Canada is absolutely beautiful and I would love to come back again, whether it is to live here, work here or to just take a vacation. People in BC have been very friendly and helpful, and it's just a great atmosphere. Also, the wildlife here is phenomenal! So many creatures to see, and things to learn.
I only have 6 days left in this wonderful province before I fly home and head back to school, and I plan to enjoy every minute of it! We'll keep you posted and please check out some of our photos!!! There are some really cools ones!! Adios Amigoes!!!
* Sara *
Sara Pearce Meijerink