Smithers
I was originally told to check out Terrace, rather than Smithers. But I ended up there for two reasons. First, time. I just didn’t have the time to go to Terrace. Secondly, while talking to someone about my trip and the places I wanted to see, I mentioned Terrace. Her eyes grew bigger and she told me about Smithers, insisting that it was an even nicer place than Terrace.
I didn’t see much of it but have no regrets. I asked about a place where I could sit down and drink something while plugging my laptop and access internet, and all replied “Mountain Eagle” book shop. It’s a great place to meet locals, and if you’re into books, it’s paradise. I ended up spending most of the day there and had just enough time to check out Old Hazelton. Strangely, after talking all morning, my head was full of thoughts and I didn’t feel much like taking photos, but I do recommend checking it out.
PS: I was just checking out Smithers on the wikipedia and the movie Eight Below was filmed there.
I then assisted to the most beautiful sunset ever. Again, no photos, but for a different reason this time, I took a hitchhiker with me all the way to Prince George. It was interesting to talk with someone local but he quickly fell asleep only to wake up a few kilometers before we arrived.