Moss? Lichen? Whatever, a great shade of green.

Peak color in Coeur d'Alene

Coeur d"Alene Waterfront in Fog

Hopefully not foreshadowing the coast, NPR reported morning fog, burning off by noon. Turned out to be accurate.

A guest at the Roosevelt Inn recommended a 2-mile hike around a lakeside promontory that turned out to challenge a shy Eli.

Nancy starts across with KC. Eli gulps.

Damn, it moves.

Mom's leaving me. What will I do?

Maybe try one toe nail.

OK, I'll try it nose down, legs wide, tippy toes . . . 

Over half way and the stance narrows.

I can see the treat from here!

Love that solid ground!

Finally left Coeur d'Alene a bit after noon, 2-3 hours of interstate, then Highway 14 along the Lewis & Clark Trail on the north side of the Columbia River. Great views, looking south to the Oregon side and minimal traffic. Looking forward to a friend's recommendation of a hidden microbrewery in Maryhill, WA, we missed the turn. Just have to recover in Portland on Saturday.

Giant walking cats in harness. A frequent sight along Highway 14, these giant, upright cats appear to be walking towards/away from every Columbia River dam, courtesy of Bonneville Power Administration.