7/7/19 - Day 9 - Dawson City
The smoke had cleared overnight so we were able to see the territory that we were going through. The vegetation changed between stunted spruce and aspen groves. We passed the forest fires west of the Klondike Highway on our way to Dawson City.
We arrived at our primary destination for the trip, Dawson City! One of our first stops was Klondike Kate's. This restaurant was owned by Pat's grandpa, John Wood. The family story is that Mary Mitchell met him here and they were later married in Dawson. So, of course we took some photos.
They knew some of the famous characters from Dawson's goldrush days - Klondike Kate, Diamond Gertie, (Wood family... do you know of others?)
After setting up camp across the river, we wandered through town and found the local Pub. We didn't plan for the warm weather they are having!
Tomorrow's goal... check out the claim's that started the gold rush and go through the city records to find references to Pat's grandparents.
John Wood, standing in the doorway of his restaurant. The building is still standing, but is called Klondike Kate's. |
They knew some of the famous characters from Dawson's goldrush days - Klondike Kate, Diamond Gertie, (Wood family... do you know of others?)
Pat Wood standing in the doorway of what is now called Klondike Kate's. The building is remarkably unchanged! |
Great old building - note the sloping floor in the distance. Very friendly locals pulled up a chair and chatted a bit. |
Tomorrow's goal... check out the claim's that started the gold rush and go through the city records to find references to Pat's grandparents.
How fun and interesting this must be for you both, so fun sharing a bit in your journey!
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