Lee and Karen Duquette,
The Two RV Gypsies: Full-Time RVers at
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Mount Terry Fox August 23-24, 2009 |
Mount Terry Fox is a peak in the Selwyn Range of the Canadian Rockies in British Columbia, Canada. In 1981, the previously-unnamed mountain was christened in honor of Terry Fox. It is 10.5 kilometres (6.5 miles) north of Valemount, British Columbia and 21 kilometres (13 miles) southwest of Mount Robson, and is within Mount Terry Fox Provincial Park, a day use park with limited facilities. There is no road access. A Highway 16 viewpoint 7 km west of Mt. Robson west gate provides a view of the mountain. This park is historically significant as a park dedicated to Terry Fox for his outstanding achievements. |
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Terry Fox is dedicated to the memory of Terry Fox of Port Coquitlam, B.C.
Terry Fox lost a leg to bone cancer, but undertook to run across Canada
to raise funds for cancer research. He completed 5,375 km before illness
forced him to end his run. His valiant effort against incredible odds
touched the hearts of all Canadians and people around the world. Terry
died on June 28, 1981. The mountain that bears his name will serve forever
as an enduring and fitting memorial to a young Canadian's determination,
selflessness, and courage. |
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Below - a nice picnic area
and looking back at the two RV Gypsies' RV from
the picnic area |
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