Watkins Glen

Shortcuts, Gorges and a Black River

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July 17th 2013
17 July, 2013 Kerry found a shortcut. I could stop there, but you know I won’t. Kerry studied the map before leaving Jonestown, PA, and decided to take a shortcut to get to Watkins Glen, NY. We turned off the interstate onto a pretty country road. A mile later we saw a sign “fresh oil and chips.” Okay, so they’re working on the road surface, no big deal. The next sign says 10% grade ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more