Searched for by the RCMP K9 Unit

Dear travel diary;

Today I'm working with the RCMP K9 unit in Inuvik, NWT.  This beautiful Sheppard has a keen eye and a sharp nose.  But don't let his cuddly look fool you.  This pup is all business.  Mainly used for tracking and search and rescue, but he can also take down any suspect.

He can be one scary dog for a small gnome.  And he drools!

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome

Flying around Inuvit, NWT

Dear travel diary;

Today I'm in a chopper, flying around the northern city of Inuvik, NWT, Canada.  With the doors open and flying low, just above the trees, it is an exhilarating ride!

From this height, you get a very unique view of this wonderful country.  Kind of makes me wish I was a little taller!

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome

Exploring Inuvik

Dear travel diary;

Today I'm exploring the little northern city of Inuvik, NWT, Canada.  At this time of year, the sun is always in the sky.  It takes a little getting use to.  The 24 hours of daylight makes you forget what time it really is.

Today I explored the local church (which boasts to be the most photographed building in town) and the local North Mart (a northern version of Wal-Mart).  I even talked with the locals and watched a traditional dance.

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome

Polar bears in Inuvik

Dear travel diary;

Today I found a polar bear!  Well, a stuffed polar bear in the Inuvik airport in the NWT, Canada.  Another long flight puts me at the top of the world.

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome

A Meeting with Peter McKay

Dear travel diary;

Today I find myself talking with Peter McKay, the Minister of National Defense for Canada.  Mr. McKay came for a visit while we are deployed for Operation Nanook 2012.  This lawyer and politician from Nova Scotia has a great sense of humour and big respect for the men and women who serve in the Armed Forces....and very tall!  Well, tall from a garden gnome's perspective.

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome.

General Walter Natynczyk

Dear travel diary;

Today I find myself talking with General Walter Natynczyk , the Chief of the Defence Staff for the Canadian Armed Forces.  The General came for a visit while we are deployed for Operation Nanook 2012.  This old tanker answered questions in a town hall style meeting.  His candor when answering questions was refreshing.

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome.