Packed up and out of Terra Nova by 8:00 AM after a great shower and check in at the internet cafe. This morning our destination was Lumsden, NFLD, a small community open to the Atlantic in most directions. We passed through Gambo, Hare Bay and Centreville along the way. The fresh water entering the bay here surely seemed like prime salmon fishing territory! We really were astounded at the rocks which seem to be strategically placed in the rivers... Almost as though they were dropped in so an agile angler could hop from one to the next.

When we landed in the Town of Lumsden it was overcast but comfortable. We took several streets including Marine Dr. down to the wharf. Lovely little cove protected by a surly breakwater (see header), with a fair sized fleet seeming to be making preparations. Although overcast, we managed several representative pictures that you can see in the Gallery. Kind of interesting looking at the water tower with a big "Lumsden" down the side! Perhaps most striking was the way being there was like being in Canso... it all felt very strong in the realm of coincidence.

From Lumsden we had previously planned to loop back to Gander and the TCH. I wanted to sneak a peek at the North Atlantic Aviation Museum there, and especially get a chance to view the "Canso Water Bomber" that is on exhibit there. The "Canso" was the Royal Canadian Air Force name for the American built and designed Consolidated PBY Catalina, and named such as part of the RCAF tradition of naming seaplanes after coastal port towns. However, change of route was decided as we also wanted to make north for Twillingate. The idea was to look around, get a few photos and maybe source some lunch.

We made Twillingate at lunchtime, and it was very busy. Kind of shows how a community at the end of the road can be a thriving entity! We drove around the bay enjoying the boat laden cove and peeking at local businesses. We came to rest at a local eatery, R&J Restaurant... overlooking the fishing boats and with seafood on our minds. All hands opted for the Fish 'n Chips... And the fish was fresh and didn't disappoint! The batter was very light letting the fish "be the hero" as Janie put it. It was a refreshing stop!

Weather held nicely for most of the afternoon, until we arrived at 3:30 PM in Grand Falls - Windsor in the pouring rain. Quick adjustment from camping to hotel! We had booked a tent site at the Provincial campground (Notre Dame) but decided against camping in a downpour. With no means to dry sleeping gear and tent it just didn't make sense. Janie scrambled and hooked us up at a roadside motel that was quick, warm, and dry place to sleep... Little rustic, but we were in good shape when we awoke. As far as I was concerned, an excellent repurposing of $100!

With pizza for supper, a couple of HGTV episodes, and a quick shower... The night ended quickly as I think everyone had been swallowed by the days drive. Less driving on Day 6 is what I promised!!!