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November 29th 2013
Published: April 12th 2014
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MapQuest estimated my trip from High Point NC to the North Carolina State Fairgrounds Campground in Raleigh NC at about 90 miles with a travel time of 1-3/4 hours so there was no need to rush my departure from the Oak Hollow Family Campground on Wednesday, November 13, 2013. The trip was uneventful until I reached the main entrance to the fairgrounds complex. I circled the complex but saw nothing ... Read Full Entry



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Larry Gorman
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I'm a retired firefighter who, after my January 2009 divorce, decided to become a fulltime RVer so I could see the USA. Since the beginning of "The Great Adventure" in March 2010, I have seen most of the attractions on my American bucket list, save attractions isolated in massive urban areas such as New York City or San Francisco where convenient RV parks are virtually non-existent. The last ten years have been phenomenal and have allowed me to spend at least one week in all fifty states, but the time came for Phase 2 of The Great Adventure. My original plan was to head for Europe in March 2... full info
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One Of George Washington Duke’s First FactoriesOne Of George Washington Duke’s First Factories
One Of George Washington Duke’s First Factories
Duke Homestead State Historic Site & Tobacco Museum - Durham NC
The Bennehan House Is Quite Austere As I Have Envisioned Plantation MansionsThe Bennehan House Is Quite Austere As I Have Envisioned Plantation Mansions
The Bennehan House Is Quite Austere As I Have Envisioned Plantation Mansions
Historic Stagville State Historic Site - Durham NC
Seemingly, Function Prevailed Over Style Throughout The PlantationSeemingly, Function Prevailed Over Style Throughout The Plantation
Seemingly, Function Prevailed Over Style Throughout The Plantation
Historic Stagville State Historic Site - Durham NC
Might “Simplicity” Be An Overstatement?Might “Simplicity” Be An Overstatement?
Might “Simplicity” Be An Overstatement?
Historic Stagville State Historic Site - Durham NC
Although Difficult To See In A Photo, The Barn Truly Is A Testament To The Skills Of The Enslaved CraftsmenAlthough Difficult To See In A Photo, The Barn Truly Is A Testament To The Skills Of The Enslaved Craftsmen
Although Difficult To See In A Photo, The Barn Truly Is A Testament To The Skills Of The Enslaved Craftsmen
Historic Stagville State Historic Site - Durham NC
A Fancy Leech Canister – Yes, Those Are Live Leeches In The Adjacent BowlA Fancy Leech Canister – Yes, Those Are Live Leeches In The Adjacent Bowl
A Fancy Leech Canister – Yes, Those Are Live Leeches In The Adjacent Bowl
Country Doctor Museum - Bailey NC
Early Tobacco Pest-Reduction ToolsEarly Tobacco Pest-Reduction Tools
Early Tobacco Pest-Reduction Tools
Tobacco Farm Life Museum - Kenly NC
The Workmanship In The Doll House Commands Tremendous AdmirationThe Workmanship In The Doll House Commands Tremendous Admiration
The Workmanship In The Doll House Commands Tremendous Admiration
Wayne County Museum - Goldsboro NC
Very Nice But UnremarkableVery Nice But Unremarkable
Very Nice But Unremarkable
Joel Lane Museum House - Raleigh NC
The Generals’ Approach To The Bennett FarmThe Generals’ Approach To The Bennett Farm
The Generals’ Approach To The Bennett Farm
Bennett Place State Historic Site - Durham NC
The Reproduction Farm House Is Well DoneThe Reproduction Farm House Is Well Done
The Reproduction Farm House Is Well Done
Bennett Place State Historic Site - Durham NC
The Interior Of The Farm Home Is Nicely FurnishedThe Interior Of The Farm Home Is Nicely Furnished
The Interior Of The Farm Home Is Nicely Furnished
Bennett Place State Historic Site - Durham NC
The Mordecai Mansion Actually Was Quite Small Before The Additions Were CompletedThe Mordecai Mansion Actually Was Quite Small Before The Additions Were Completed
The Mordecai Mansion Actually Was Quite Small Before The Additions Were Completed
Mordecai Square Historic Park - Raleigh NC
Keeping The Baby Close To MamaKeeping The Baby Close To Mama
Keeping The Baby Close To Mama
Mordecai Square Historic Park - Raleigh NC
The Bathtubs Of The Day Left A Lot To Be DesiredThe Bathtubs Of The Day Left A Lot To Be Desired
The Bathtubs Of The Day Left A Lot To Be Desired
Mordecai Square Historic Park - Raleigh NC
The President Andrew Johnson Birthplace Is Quite SpartanThe President Andrew Johnson Birthplace Is Quite Spartan
The President Andrew Johnson Birthplace Is Quite Spartan
Mordecai Square Historic Park - Raleigh NC
The Horse Haulers In The Background Are Housed In An Area Separate From The Main CampgroundThe Horse Haulers In The Background Are Housed In An Area Separate From The Main Campground
The Horse Haulers In The Background Are Housed In An Area Separate From The Main Campground
North Carolina State Fairgrounds Campground - Raleigh NC
Unfortunately, The Main Competition Was Held On Saturday While I Was Visiting With My CousinsUnfortunately, The Main Competition Was Held On Saturday While I Was Visiting With My Cousins
Unfortunately, The Main Competition Was Held On Saturday While I Was Visiting With My Cousins
North Carolina State Fairgrounds Campground - Raleigh NC
The Senate Chamber From The GalleryThe Senate Chamber From The Gallery
The Senate Chamber From The Gallery
North Carolina State Capitol - Raleigh NC
The Gallery From The GalleryThe Gallery From The Gallery
The Gallery From The Gallery
North Carolina State Capitol - Raleigh NC
The House Chamber From The GalleryThe House Chamber From The Gallery
The House Chamber From The Gallery
North Carolina State Capitol - Raleigh NC



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Love the incredibly detailed blogs
I love your writing; incredibly detailed descriptions of lots of different sites, many relatively unknown to visitors. Anyone planning a visit should read your blogs first for ideas. PS. You've been nominated for Blogger of the Week

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