Originally Posted By Mary Poppins A new bridge over the mighty Fraser River opened. My son drove us over to the other side into the quaint city of Langley. This is a great time for those of us who live east of Vancouver. Going up on the bridge deck and seeing the rooftops and trees reminded me of Tarzan's treehouse of course. It is so strange to get an upper perspective on a community.
Originally Posted By mickeymeg I didn't know they were building a new bridge over there. What is it called ? Does it run parallel to an existing one, or is it in a new location ? I am in Victoria, so not too far away.
Originally Posted By Mary Poppins The Golden Ears (named after two mountain peaks) leaves from Maple Ridge (or Pitt Meadows, I'm not sure the exact exit) and goes directly south to Langley. It replaces the Albion ferry which was a little ferry that crossed over to Langley. The ferries are now for sale if you're interested! Golden Ears bridge is in between the Port Mann bridge and the Mission Bridge. It was sorely needed as the ferries usually had a 2 sailing wait but could go up to 8.
Originally Posted By quincytoo That is great!! <---in Victoria too. I love going to Langley because they have an Olive Garden. I LOVE their soup/salad combo for lunch YUM
Originally Posted By mickeymeg I love that it is called Golden Ears. Now I am picturing my Golden Mickey Ears spanning the river =)
Originally Posted By Mary Poppins I think it's called Golden ears from the sun setting on the peaks looking golden.
