Idaho Falls, ID 507 km

After a short stint at the Missoula BMW dealer this morning the electronic engine immobilizer is deactivated. It was very nice not to have to fish for the fob every time I wanted to start the bike.

We chose the Bitterroot Valley route south of  Missoula and it was the right choice on a gorgeous day.

Our morning apple stop was at a state campground complete with a fishing platform built by the Army Core of Engineers.

 

And lo and behold we also found mushrooms! The are very toxic to us but had evidence of deer grazing on them. Not the first time we have seen that scenario.

 

 

We went over two 7000+ ft passes today (Chief Joseph and Gilmour) and have transitioned out of the coniferous forests into sagebrush and fenced cattle country.  Its a a tough life for a wooden fence out here.

 



 

We are enjoying the great weather and so happy not to have to don rain gear. Something wonderful about sunshine, great roads and a motorcycle!