Chimney Rock Area
22 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
Had a fabulous time meeting/catching up with Sharon’s school friend (and fellow jeeper) Kathy Curtis. Her hospitality was amazing, and she was also one heck of a tour guide as well.
Cowpens & Kings Mountain
23 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
We interrupt your daily waterfall programming, to bring you two revolutionary war battlefields. Both of these locations were pivotal patriot victories, which ultimately halted the British southernEn savoir plus
Smoky Mountain National Park
24 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☀️ 52 °F
Beautiful day! This was Sharon’s first time here. I had previously hiked this park all the way through back on my 2006 AT adventure.
Cumberland Gap
25 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Who has ever listened to the song ‘Wagon Wheel’ by Old Crow Medicine Show? Well, this song is perfect for this area. Rugged. Now peaceful. But, full of historical significance. Can also be in TN,En savoir plus
Cumberland Falls
26 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
One of the largest waterfalls in KY. Nice stop on the way to our next National Park.
Mill Springs Battlefield
26 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
Early and decisive northern victory location.
Mammoth Cave National Park
26 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F
The longest cave in the world. Currently, stands at 422 miles long. Mammoth sums it up pretty well.
Dawn at The (Churchill) Downs
28 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 54 °F
This is the first of the Triple Crown. Is this foreshadowing for future stops? We were passing through the area and learned of this free to the public event. Had a great time!
Return to Fort Knox
28 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 55 °F
I spent the Summer of 1990 here at Fort Knox KY. It’s been a long time since my basic training days. It was fun to share and reminisce with Sharon. We also had a great time touring the GeneralEn savoir plus
Lincoln Birthplace and Childhood Home
28 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
Very interesting history and layout of Lincoln’s birthplace at Sinking Springs. A land dispute required the family to relocate to Knob Creek.
Red River Gorge
28 avril 2023, États Unis ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
Secluded nook in Western KY which has several geological spots. Made for a nice place to chill and wait out some bad weather.
New River Gorge National Park
1 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 46 °F
The new river gorge is an impressive display of beauty and the beast. The green hardwoods are thick and plentiful. The river was at flood stage and roaring throughout the canyon. The bridge that spansEn savoir plus
West Virginia Waterfall Bonanza
1 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 48 °F
As you all may know by now, we love waterfalls. And, WV has a plethora of them in the New River Gorge.
Babcock State Park
1 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ 🌧 45 °F
Very pretty grist mill is a fully functional replica of Coopers Mill, which once sat in the same location since 1890.
Appomattox Court House
2 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F
This was where the civil war ended on April 9, 1865. Very interesting depiction of Grant’s tactics to keep Lee from heading down south and connecting with a large North Carolina contingent. It allEn savoir plus
Geaux GurusCorrect. There is a gentleman buried there that enlisted day after Fort Sumpter and died day before the end of the war. Sad.
Petersburg National Battlefield
3 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 57 °F
This city was the key to unlocking the Confederate capitol of Richmond by the Union. It was the scene of epic countering tactics and maneuvering by both Lee and Grant.
City Point
3 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 55 °F
This was the key to victory for the Union. All essential supplies and reinforcements of the Union arrived by sail to City Point. They were then quickly transitioned by rail in quick fashion. In aEn savoir plus
Sights In Richmond
3 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
We had a fantastic time exploring the City of Richmond. Their updated train station, Civil War Museum, and VA War Memorial were absolutely stunning/moving.
Battlefields Outside Richmond
4 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
The multitude of skirmishes and engagements out/around Richmond was plentiful. We did our best to see most of them. Some stories were horrific. For example, the battleground of Gaines Mills was leftEn savoir plus
Skyline Drive
5 mai 2023, États Unis
Last time in this area, they had some sections closed. We enjoyed a beautiful day seeing the areas we previously missed.
Cedar Creek Battlefield
11 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
Previously known as the Battle of Belle Grove Plantation. It was a meticulously organized three prong surprise attack by the confederates, which caught union forces off guard. General Sheridan, andEn savoir plus
VoyageurI learned this while serving in Europe. Hard to explain but it generally covers the 3 aspects of a meal: type dish + location + cook. For example, don’t eat Italian while in England cooked by a Norwegian. Funny thing is it makes sense if you eat a meal that violates this rule! 🤢
DC Crawfish Boil
13 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 73 °F
Huge thanks and shout out to the Holoubek Family. They invited us to their annual event, and luck was on our side, as we were going to be in their area. Good friends. Good food. Great time!!
Battle of Fredericksburg
15 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 68 °F
This was the first, of four large engagements, between the North and South, which resulted in the loss of over 100,000 men.
Chatham
15 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☁️ 70 °F
This house served as Union Headquarters and hospital, during the Battle of Fredericksburg. Famous visitors also included George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Clara Barton, and WaltEn savoir plus
Battle of Chancellorsville
15 mai 2023, États Unis ⋅ ☀️ 73 °F
Seven day Confederate victory. However, it came at a great cost to Robert E. Lee, as he lost his most trusted soldier/friend/general ‘Stonewall’ Jackson to friendly fire.
Voyageur
Wow….a waterfall!
Geaux GurusI know…right?!?
VoyageurThey are everywhere!