World Heritage Site - Poverty Point

We were impressed with the history of this UNESCO location. One of the premier Indian civilizations of the western hemisphere. Unfortunately, the site in person was not very impressive at all. A lotЧитать далее
Vicksburg National Military Park

Wow. What a beautiful bluebird day! We were amazed by the scenery and history we explored and experienced today. Over 1300 memorials, big and small. Deep ravines, rolling hills, huge fortifications,Читать далее
Little River National Preserve

Great drive through Northern Alabama! Curvy. Remote. Great views! This is said to be the deepest canyon east of the Mississippi River.
Southern Appalacians

There is something so very captivating about the Southern Appalachians. The depth? The texture? The people? Or, maybe it’s my connection and love of the trail. Our plans were to start the Blue RidgeЧитать далее
Friends Since 1979

Spending Christmas with my oldest and best friend. Also, enjoying refuge from the ridiculous temperatures. Happy Holidays to all.
Around Woodstock

The hard cold spell is starting to dissipate in Northern Virginia. We are able to make it out to some great spots along the Shenandoah River. We are excited to keep exploring this area.
Fort Valley Exploration

Had a fabulous time in the next valley over from Woodstock. More great views (storybook trail hike) and civil war history today. We were also very amused and impressed with the Cooter’s collectionЧитать далее
Harper’s Ferry

What an outstanding place! I’ve always heard great things about it. Confluence of a couple of water ways. Halfway on the Appalachian Trail. The Appalachian Trail conservatory. A definite must see.
Antietam National Battlefield

The bloodiest day in American history. Over 23,000 soldiers killed, wounded, or missing after twelve hours of savage warfare. Very impressive view and depiction of this brutal day’s events.
Washington Monument State Park

The original. The first. Right on the Appalachian Trail. Outside of Boonsboro MD. Completed 1827.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal

An amazing horse drawn canal system which moved supplies upriver.
Shenadoah National Park

Unfortunately, the entire park was not accessible, due to the ice storm damage from the previous cold spell. Nevertheless, the views were spectacular, the drive was pleasant, and the cloud/sky colorsЧитать далее
Air & Space Museum at Dulles

Hands down…the most amazing collection of aircraft and spacecraft I’ve ever seen!
International Spy Museum

Some amazing interactive and informative exhibits! Doctor, Doctor…Doctor, Doctor…
Ford’s Theatre

We learned much more background behind the plot that led to an American Tragedy.
Random Around DC

A little bit of everything…
Postal Museum

Very nice history of snail mail.
Fort McHenry

This installation played a pivotal role during The War of 1812. It’s survival was also the inspiration for the Star Spangled Banner. An amazing setting.
Washington’s Mount Vernon

WOW!! What an amazing display of our first president’s homestead, family/professional/military history, and overall life. Full of original artifacts, personal tour guides, and audio/4D videoЧитать далее
Great Falls

Right on the Maryland and Virginia line. Amazing views. Great trails.
Bull Run / Manassas National Battlefield

Very large and spread out Civil War battlefield. Two separate battles. Two Confederate wins.
Colonial Williamsburg

First of the colonial triangle.
Jamestown

Where it all started…
The Seige of Yorktown

Where the British surrendered…
Mariners Museum

Fabulous displays of mariner history for $1.00. Yes, one dollar. A true non-profit organization. Their Monitor vs. Virginia ( Old Merrimack) was very informative. Their ongoing restoration efforts ofЧитать далее