Hard to beat a rest day - oddly did not miss being on the bike. After some minor logistic work in the morning, we sent off Todd and set off for the state fair. To the un-initiated, one would think that the Minnesota state fair is not that big a thing. Oh, would you be wrong. Clearly, Minnesota takes its "annual get together" very seriously. We spend the afternoon sampling every manner of fried food on a stick, observing a sheep judging (which is still totally mystifying), looking at lots of farm animals, tractors, ice fishing trailers, wood sheds, log rolling contests, dog shows, talking to the st. Paul fire chief (heh, they were giving away free very cool yardsticks), and watching the crowd. Very fun. Dinner at a wonderful Minneapolis establishment - the Birchwood Cafe - which is a very active supporter of local farmers and the local food bank system. Best meal we have had so far.
Minnesota to Louisiana, 2,320 Miles
