Category: American Countryside
The Unknown Vice Presidents of the United States
Elbridge Gerry, Rufus King, Schyler Colfax…they’re names probably not that familiar to both of us…yet at one time they were important to everyone in the…
Creating a German Town
Why did one family move their piano making business from Philadelphia to a fledgling community in the Midwest? In may seem odd to some, but…
Advertising for Settlers
Today we might look at a travel guide for insights on where to take a vacation. Those who looked at this man’s travel guide decided…
How Long Did The First Transcontinental Flight Take?
Today a transcontinental flight from New York to L.A. might take about five hours. But do you know how long the first such flight took? …
How Fish Have Changed in the Adirondacks
Lots of people come to the Adirondacks of New York state to enjoy the fishing. What may look common place though has changed much over…
Animals of the Adirondacks
There are plenty of creatures to be found in these woods. Nicole’s job is to help tell their story, and in the process, help preserve…
The Wild Center
There is usually only misery that comes from living through a bad ice storm. That was partly the case with such a storm that hit…
The Other End of the Hudson
You may recall that the Hudson River terminates in New York City. Most of us wouldn’t think that swimming in the Hudson would be too…
Reading the Water
Lindsey’s job is to “read” the water. It’s an ever-changing task and her ability to read those waters correctly has a big impact on those…
Reviving Small Town Theatres
Many small towns lost their old theatres and opera houses over the years. It some cases they were torn down, sometimes they were converted into…
