Month: May 2024
The Most Norwegian Place
Some towns are known for having a large number of ancestors from a specific country. That is the case for this city, for it has…
A Thank You to a Minnesota Officer from World War II
Every May 8th, a wreath is laid on the grave of this Lt. Coronel at Arlington National Cemetery. It’s a thank you from one country…
Troops That Could Blend In
When World War II began, the U.S. military began to recruit troops for special missions they believed might be necessarily in specific countries. Those missions…
Newberry Volcano Monument
In central Oregon you’ll find a cave tour that is quite popular. In fact, you’ll most likely need a reservation well in advance in order…
A Vast Volcanic Field
South of Bend, Oregon you’ll find a vast volcanic field. It’s a place with a wide variety of geological features and a national monument that…
Stand By Me
The movie Stand By Me is considered a classic by many. It’s a film that is still quite popular with audiences literally around the world. …
The Oregon Trail Wagon
Thousands of people traveled the Oregon Trail as pioneers headed west and almost all of them made the trip in a wagon. Of course just…
Climbing Mount Hood
Very few people climb Mt. Everest, but there’s just something about the experience of climbing a really tall mountain. Perhaps that’s what brings many folks…
Getting Around the Place
In the early days, many people were simply trying to get around this place. Then after the years passed, some decided to come back and…
The Barlow Road
This road wasn’t necessarily a short cut. In terms of miles traveled it was a longer route. However, it soon became the path many would…