TOP: String Bog, characteristic of northern Quebec and much of central Labrador. Possibly a remnant from the last glaciation which ended only about 5000 years ago in this area, it may have originated as a braided stream at the base of a glacier. String bogs are wet and not readily walked upon. BOTTOM: Typical view from Trans-Labrador Highway, unpaved throughout its 325-mile length. Most stretches are easily travelled at highway speeds while others are potholed and eroded. From higher points, endless carpets of Black Spruce cover the mostly gently rolling hills and plains. Except for the road and the three population centers, most of Labrador is undeveloped wilderness of undescribable scenic properties. Note overcast skies in both photos; I experienced 21 straight days of rain in June-July and another 18 straight days of rain in July-August. I witnessed perhaps ten clear days during the entire three month period. Yet the Highway, well-based and drained, would dry and produce extreme dust within a couple hours after the rain ended.
