7 25 12  Palmer AK

One of the most scenic drives today that we have had.  We rode along the valley between many mountains and climbed over and around many more for over 189 miles today.  Palmer is surrounded by both farms and residential areas that stretch westward through the valley .  Palmer is set in the Matanuska Valley.  The highlight of the trip was seeing the Matanuska Glacier descending out of the Chugach mountains to the south a visible from view points on the mountains.  Several 6 and 7 percent steep grades.  Then the road took on an ole country lane atmosphere....very narrow and very very winding.  It was just a beautiful ride....except for the frost heaves for several miles and patches in the road from construction.  There are lots of establishments that are along the roads that are no longer open for business. We got settled into our site at the Fox Run RV Park and then went into the town to Fred Meyers  and got some groceries.  We are staying here for two days....yeah two days of wifi !!!  Will include some pictures once I get them downloaded.  Wifi slow to do that.