Melissa goes big on Tatonka. 

Adam training for Rifle in Canada. 

Adam got worked hard on this topout to Tatonka (V8), Squamish. 

Adam loves V4 at Squamish. Here on Shots Fired. 

Thought Pa Holmes would like this shot from BC 99 on the way to Squamish. 

Beautiful BC

Since we have been pretty bad about posting pictures, below you will find several new ones that capture what we have been up to. We enjoyed our time climbing the technical routes at Skaha, in Penticton, BC. We were also able to take a quick tour of some of the local bouldering spots where Melissa did a First Ascent of a roof that had been stymieing the local boys. We enjoyed great weather, and the beautiful lakes around the area. After two fun weeks, we decided to move on the beautiful Squamish, BC, north of Vancouver. On the way here we saw a brown bear foraging on the side of the road, but were too slow to nab a pic! Surrounding us here in Squamish is a 1000 foot sheer granite wall that rivals Yosemite, and on the other side, is a beautiful bay and a gateway to the Pacific Ocean. Soaring above that are towering snow covered peaks to take your breath away. On our first afternoon here, Melissa was surprised and delighted to send her first V10 boulder problem, Zero Zero, in the forest of Squamish. We are also thrilled to be reunited with Lisa and Jon, old friends from Ft. Collins, as well as our Vancouver posse. Seems like we'll be staying awhile. Stay tuned for more adventures and pics.

And another lovely moonrise while he changes a tire.... 

A lovely moonrise over Skaha Lake. 

With old and new friends on Skaha Lake, BC. 

Adam on one of his favorite problems, a golden triangle granite boulder. 

Melissa sent this roof problem, which was a First Ascent. She named the problem Sho-yo (V7?), a word the Chinese use to mean "most beautiful" when referring to the wild flowers that grow there.  

Melissa showing the Canadian boys how it's done with heel hook prowess on the First Ascent of Sho-yo located near OK Falls in BC.

Melissa jumping for joy on Skaha Lake, Penticton, BC. 

Oh, CANADA!

Melissa and Adam have gone international. We're up in Pentincton, B.C. climbing at Skaha. Luckily we made it into the country....two interviews with Customs agents and an interview with an Immigration officer, an examination of the dogs papers and VOILA...we were allowed in. The area is beautiful, situated between Skaha Lake and the Okanagen lake (home to the misunderstood lake "monster" Ogopogo), and there are wineries everywhere. Lots to do! Will post pics at a later date.

M and A

Adam and Orus (my brother's brother-in-law) sharing a feliz complianos. 

Adam tries out a macho moustache. 

Taking a break with family in WA and OR.

As you can see, we have been traveling northwest for special times with family. Mom and Dad Lipani flew to Seattle to sightsee and visit with the Holmes' for our Northwest wedding party. We toured Seattle before heading to Vancouver, WA for the party, which was a huge success. Take a look at some of our adventures. We had lots of good times and laughs, and enjoyed great food, beautiful sights, and catching up with family. Now we are in the Bend, OR area to spend time with Drew, Isis, and Jennelle, and to climb at Smith Rock. Stay tuned for more adventures.

Girls day out..at the nail salon with Jennelle, Isis and the Melissa's. 

Enjoying the Chinese Gardens in Portland, Melissa, Melissa, and Isis. 

Good times with our brother and sisters-in-law in Portland, OR. 

Adam wearing his bio hazard suit to spray the apple orchard at Mom and Dad Holmes'. 

Family portrait. 

Celebrating our wedding with our Northwest family and friends. Thank you Mom and Dad Holmes for a great party! 

Sunset dinner with Mom and Dad at Cutters, Seattle. 

Riding the ferry from Seattle to Bridgeport. 

Feeding the seagulls at Ivar's in Seattle. 

Dinner can be found at the Public Market. 

Strolling with Mom Lipani through the Public Market in Seattle.