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North America » United States » Nebraska » Lincoln July 27th 2016

At first it appears ordinary. The grass blowing in the breeze is like the rest. But as those places with natural and/or historical relevance often do upon closer examination, the plants and animals on the grounds of the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center begin to tell their tale. When walking down the unpaved slope from the parking area to the visitor’s center, the first thing one appreciates is the waist-high and sometimes shoulder-high grass on either side of the path. There is an immediate sense of unfamiliarity, regardless of how rural or cultured an upbringing someone might possess. The space inside the visitor center, which is largely constructed of recycled material, is open and pleasantly simple, much like the rest of the property. There are hands-on exhibits inside that include a full size buffalo and a ... read more
Native Prairie Grass
Spring Creek Pond
Spring Creek Pond (2)

North America » United States » Nebraska » Wayne July 12th 2016

DAY 13 - Saturday, July 9, 2016 Hampton, IL and the Mighty Mississip to West Branch, IA to Des Moines, IA to Wayne, NE Rise and shine - time to cross the Mighty Mississippi River! Big driving day - again! And it promises to be a hot one. We had the unexpected blessing of following the sign to the Herbert Hoover Museum in West Branch, IA (just east 10 minutes from Iowa City). In addition to getting a good dose of presidential history, Pearl started her Junior Ranger career - answering questions about the National Park/Historic site and getting sworn in by a Park Ranger, and she even earned a badge! It pinned quite nicely on to her Creation Museum Park Ranger pink vest. I had another “Music Man” moment too. The town of West Branch ... read more
the Blacksmith at West Branch
Ya got trouble in River City (West Branch, IA)
Junior Ranger being sworn in.

North America » United States » Nebraska » Ainsworth July 3rd 2016

Woke up to 60 degrees and overcast. Grabbed a bite to eat of the free breakfast that the hotel offered. Not so sure free is the greatest but it will do. Left Sioux City and headed out across Nebraska on Rt 20. Again great roads. Bob thought 60 was chilly but I loved it. We were under overcast skies till the Wyoming border. Soon as we hit Wyoming sun came out and temps were in the 80's. Just across the border we stopped or gas and talked to some other bikers who also were heading to Casper WY. Nice friendly people as I find most bikers are they wished us well as we left before them. When Bob and I ride I usually lead as I have a GPS on my bike that makes routing easy. ... read more
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North America » United States » Nebraska February 3rd 2016

Amy: We stopped to rest when we reached Hyannis, Nebraska. After resting for a few minutes, me Jason and Jennifer decided to go play tag in the forest because it felt too cold just sitting down. While I was trying to catch my sister she tripped over a fallen tree and screamed really loud. Jason went to tell mom while I stayed with her. When my parents came mom seemed really mad at me, which made me mad because I didn’t do anything. We took her to a nearby hospital and they said that she just twisted her ankle. While we were there, my mom started yelling at me because she thought it was my fault that Jennifer had to go the hospital. She kept telling that I should be more careful and that I should ... read more

North America » United States » Nebraska February 3rd 2016

Melissa: Amy and I got in a major argument due to Jennifer’s injury. At first I was only trying to talk to her about being more careful and watching out for her siblings instead of just herself. When I told her this she started raising her voice and it turned into a huge argument. She told me that she had nothing to do with the injury, that all they were doing was playing and she tripped. I felt really hurt when she told me that she hated me and that I was always against her. She’s been ignoring me since we left the hospital. I just wish she wouldn’t be so rude and careless.... read more

North America » United States » Nebraska » Omaha January 27th 2016

Jason: We finally began our journey to Oregon and Amy could not be worse. She’s been whining ever since we left the house. She says that she’ll miss her friend Elisa’s birthday, that she won’t be able to talk to her friends for months, and she’ll miss out on a lot. She keeps whining about the wagon being uncomfortable and she wishes that we’ll stop to places with wifi. This is going to be a long ride.... read more

North America » United States » Nebraska » Scottsbluff October 14th 2015

I'm back in Nebraska for what I hope is the last time on this trip. I came here to see a couple of really cool geological sights before I head back up north into Wyoming and South Dakota tomorrow. The two places I visited, Scotts Bluff and Chimney Rock, were exceptional. One of the things that surprised me today was the sun. The temperature never got over 75 F, but the sun was brutal. I felt like I was in Texas again with 100+ degree temperatures, shading my arms and bare skin in the car as I rode around. And when I got to the top of Scotts Bluff for the fantastic views, I felt quite unprotected. I brought bug spray on this trip, but I didn't think sunscreen would be necessary in October, this far ... read more
Cool signage in Laramie, Wyoming
Wyoming was the 1st state to allow women to vote
Wyoming State Capitol

North America » United States » Nebraska » North Platte October 11th 2015

I wasn't sure where I was going to stop when I started this day, but I decided on staying in Nebraska for a couple of reasons. First was the fatigue and work factor: yesterday was the least driving I had done on this trip, but being in the sun and in a College Football atmosphere for several hours takes its toll, not to mention the excitement of the game itself. The other factor is money. Hotels in Colorado (my next stop) are expensive! Denver, you would imagine; but 1.5 hours outside Denver and still twice what I'm paying here in North Platte, Nebraska. There's a magical line at the border called taxes and cost of living, I guess. I'll pass on paying for those things. My hotel in Kansas was certainly not the Ritz, but it ... read more
Welcome to Nebraska!
Nebraska State Capitol, in the art deco style
Entrance to Memorial Stadium at University of Nebraska, in the art deco style

North America » United States » Nebraska » Lincoln September 8th 2015

After thoroughly enjoying a week at the Farm Island Recreation Area in Pierre SD, I headed for the Lincoln NE area to, ta-dah, visit the state capitol among other attractions. The drive was longer than I was willing to make in a single day (457 miles and almost 10 hours with the Pilgrim in tow and stops for fuel, food and necessary breaks), so I made an overnight reservation at Wacky West Travel Park in Valentine NE. The manager had a spot long enough for the Ram with the Pilgrim attached (so I would be spared from uncoupling the trailer from the truck) and also had travel information about the Valentine area which I found appealing. I just might stop for 3 or 4 nights my next time through the area. Resuming my journey on Thursday, ... read more
This Minneapolis Ford 8-16 Also Has Large Front Tires And Front Wheel Drive – Exaggerated Claims About This Tractor Were The Driving Force Behind The Passage Of The Nebraska Tractor Test Law In 1919
Some Specimens Have Been Retrofitted With Rubber “Tires” For Parade Duty
The Sprague Dynamometer Tested The Power From The Belt Drive

North America » United States » Nebraska » Grand Island August 15th 2015

THE BASICS Really, we have driven from Indiana to Nebraska through a lot of rolling hills and flat fields. We spent a warm day in Chicago, and have enjoyed college towns in Iowa - Iowa City and Grinnell. It has been quite hot, up to the 90's, but breezes during the days and air conditioning indulgence at night have helped us be relatively comfortable. We should get to our target of Fort Collins, CO, by Tuesday, as planned. THE FLUFF John began his birthday celebration with an extended internet session. We motored to the RV/MH Hall of Fame in Elkhart, IN. They have a huge collection of very old RV's, which are very rustic and made us appreciate ours even more. They have the first Fleetwood Bounder ever made - quite different from our model. We ... read more




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