Tagged With "Medicine Hat"
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Finding Reiner #2: Chasing Ghosts
I'm deep into last-minute research for my "Finding Reiner" adventure. My suitcase is packed with device chargers, plug adaptors, Swiss Army knives, bandaids, spare batteries, and clip-on, flat water flasks for the trail. But, my desk is covered...
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Summer Solstice at Stonehenge 2014
Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England. One of the most famous sites in the world, Stonehenge is the remains of a ring of standing stones set within earthworks. It is in the middle of the most dense complex of Neolithic and Bronze...
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Cerro Santa Lucia: Santiago's Steep Surprise
Cerro Santa Lucia juts up 200 feet from the nearly-flat city around it, giving this Santiago Park a mystery and history all its own.
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January 26, 2016: Theodore Too, Halifax, Nova Scotia
I always enjoy discovering quirky or unusual things when I travel. Case in point, Theodore Too.
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Alice Austen House: Worth a trip to Staten Island
Jonathan L takes us on a trip to Staten Island to explore the life of early 20th century photographer Alice Austen
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Celebrity Car Museum, Branson, Missouri (Part 1)
DrFumblefinger shares some of his favorite vehicles from the Celebrity Car Museum in Branson (the first of two posts)
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Another Day in Heidelberg
PHeymont returns, on a cruise shore excursion, to a city he knew better many years ago, and which still has a hold on him.
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Cooter's in the Valley, Luray, Virginia
George G visits a fun museum built on the characters and scenes of a classic American comedy.
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The Bones of the Bridge
PHeymont shares his walk on Brooklyn Bridge with an emphasis on the bridge itself—history, details and its "bones."
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Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Up Close
PHeymont revisits a fabulous building whose details are less familiar than its overview, but equally worth viewing.
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Sydney to Brisbane Road Trip
Few people would argue that Australia is one of the best possible destinations out there for any traveler: it has both interesting cityscapes and natural sceneries of a lifetime. And if you like the freedom of stopping whenever and wherever you wish to in order to marvel at the beautiful view, perhaps a road trip is right up your alley. One of the most popular roads for such a trip in Australia is the one taking you from Sydney to Brisbane: the Legendary Pacific Coast. This road stretching...
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Glens Falls - A Great Place to Spend a Day in the Adirondacks
Jonathan L spent a rainy mountain day visiting Glens Falls NY
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Sept. 11, 2019: Smokin Yard's BBQ, Idaho Springs, CO
While exploring the little city of Idaho Springs, Samantha and her husband enjoyed a meal at Smokin Yard's BBQ as well as the pig statue out front.
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April 19, 2019: Kit Carson Statue, Carson City
A statue of mountain man, Kit Carson, is found outside the government buildings in the state capital which bears his name.
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Crater Lake — The Most Beautiful Lake In The World(!?)
The phrase “most beautiful in the world” is batted about with relative ease. I've heard it used to describe dogs, cats, flowers, homely children and assorted celebrities. Always it denotes something special to...
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We All Need a Place to Slow Down
Forcing myself to take a break in my hike through Bairro Alto, I choose the outdoor cafe at Miradouro de Santa Catarina. Sitting above the riverfront looking down on Cais do Sodre, I am rewarded with a panorama of the Tagus River. To my right...
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Enjoying a Taste of Sunshine City in St. Petersburg, Florida
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger loved her visit to St. Pete and shares some of the wonderful attractions, shopping and food she enjoyed.
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February 10, 2019: Moose Jaw's, "Mac the Moose"
Mac the Moose is the symbol for the Canadian city of Moose Jaw. For the longest time, Mac was the largest moose in the world. That title was recently snatched by a Norwegian Moose!
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Doylestown, Pennsylvania: Surprising Treasures
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger takes us not-so-far-away to a world of unusual museums and delights.
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Winter is coming - best places for snowbirds
Snowboarding, being one of the most exciting sports there is, enjoys the ever-growing popularity all over the world. Every year, more and more people are getting to know the perks of this unique sport and once they have tasted it, they are enchanted by it for good. Why snowboarding, of all sports? Even though skiing is an older sport than snowboarding with a long tradition, it looks like snowboarding has gained even bigger popularity in the recent years, mostly because there are some...
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Rodin Museum, Paris
DrFumblefinger visits Paris' Rodin Museum, which is located in the artist's last home. The Museum houses Rodin's collection of antiques, his art collection and many of his own personal works. The grounds are beautifully tended and dotted with the artist's work.
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Bolzano's Signs of Trade
In South Tyrol's bi-lingual capital, historic and graphic business signs still have a role to play
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Quetta, Train to Chaman
Bob Cranwell shares a story of a memorable train journey in high altitude Pakistan.
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Re: Pictures from a small island - Portland Bill
Wow, Mac! Looks almost like winds with the force of a tropical storm. Is this common in Portland Bill? And did your hat blow away while taking these images?
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Re: Pictures from a small island - Portland Bill
Well that was 'only' 35 mph (Beaufort force 7 or 30 knots) but I was starting to feel pretty exposed! I think my toupé blew off and not just my hat!! The wind is predicted to edge up higher (Force 8) tomorrow around mid day so I might taken another look . At "the Bill" where the lighthouse is, one is close to sea level but 3 miles further back the island rises to nearly 500 feet and thus it wonderfully protects Portland harbour (below) and nearby Weymouth.
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Re: Travel hints: Carry on carrying on..
Marilyn. I fear your application of intelligence to packing is way beyond the average man. Maybe a guy who's had training in the armed services. I struggle with keeping my sock draw in matched pairs. But I take my hat of to you - for your wonderful magical skills. Maybe a few weeks packing at the check out in Wal Mart would teach me some skills.
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo (#138)
"Hey Rocky, watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat". Admitted baby boomer and fan of the intrepid squirrel and moose duo. Very interesting clues for this one.
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Re: London to India, via Iceland
If your destination is New Delhi ( 100F ) then you'll need to add Thermal Underwear - an Overcoat - Gloves and a fur lined Hat to enjoy Iceland !
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Barcelona Beyond Gaudi
A tour of masterpieces by Lluis Domenech i Montaner makes clear that Catalan modernism had more than one master.
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London: Always more to see
PHeymont loves wandering cities, and catching glimpses of the ordinary as well as the extraordinary and the sometimes unseen extraordinary.
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The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar, Richmond
Gumbo was visiting the American Civil War Museum in Richmond's old Tredegar factories, places where many of the supplies and weapons used by the confederacy were manufactured.
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Medalta, Medicine Hat (Where Gumbo Was #392)
Gumbo was visiting the Medalta factory in Medicine Hat's historic Clay District. It was at one time the largest producer of dishes and clayware in Canada.
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Re: Medalta, Medicine Hat (Where Gumbo Was #392)
I always enjoy understanding manufacturing processes, especially ones like this that show the history. Very interesting article and great photos.
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Red Rock Coulee Nature Area, Alberta
DrFumblefinger visits the seldom visited but interesting rock formations of Red Rock Coulee in southeastern Alberta.
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Brooklyn's Lost City Hall
PHeymont explores the ups-and-downs of Brooklyn's iconic Borough Hall, built when Brooklyn was an independent city.
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Re: Red Rock Coulee Nature Area, Alberta
I've always been fascinated by geological rock formations ever since I signed up for a college course in Geology that was my final course allowing me to graduate before being drafted in the US Army.
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Dia:Beacon—Home to Contemporary Art
Jonathan L takes a road trip up the Hudson River to visit the contemporary art at Dia:Beacon
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Things To Know About Playa Del Carmen
Some suggestions to help you can get the most out of your vacation to lovely Playa del Carmen (sponsored content)
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The Wild Horses of The Camargue, France
Celebrating Nature on 7 Continents: Europe, part 3. Kirsten wraps her celebration of nature in Europe by tapping into the spirit of freedom embodied by wild Camargue horses in France.
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Michelin star for French vegan resto
Michelin tips its hat, and a star, to a new and unfamiliar trend in French cuisine.
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Bodie State Historic Park, California
DrFumblefinger visits one of America's most famous "ghost towns", the old gold-mining community of Bodie south of Lake Tahoe.
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Getting Ready for Travel: Helpful Options
Are you getting ready to go on your first post-CoVid trip? Some suggestions to help you get ready for the adventure (sponsored content)
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Re: Along the Moskva River to Gorky Park
This might help: https://bridgetomoscow.com/cur...hat-does-moscow-mean https://www.rbth.com/education...oskva-russia-capital
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4 Things You Should Know Before Traveling to Egypt
Thinking about exploring Egypt any time soon? Roger has some useful advice for you (sponsored content).
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Thunderstorm over the Prairies
DrFumblefinger talks to take in the sight of this impressive prairie thunderstorm in southeastern Alberta.
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Re: Fifth Avenue: Looking Up and Down
UPDATE: The 'thing' on the building I couldn't unsee has now at least been identified and explained. That doesn't mean I'm reconciled to it. Here it is as it appeared in the original blog: And here is the 'explanation'—the building, across the street from the New York Public Library central building (the one with the lions) is the former Mid-Manhattan Library, a large circulating branch. It is now re-opening as the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. It is still the largest circulating...
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7 Basic Essentials for Primitive Camping in Texas
Some tips for your next backcountry camping experience (sponsored content)
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Re: The World's Largest TeePee
Hey! I really love your pictures of the Medicine Hat teepee. I am making a presentation for an interview and was hoping I could get your permission to use your pictures in the acknowledgment section of my presentation. I want to honor the territorial land of Medicine Hat. Could I use your pictures as long as I cited your blog?
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Re: The World's Largest TeePee
Yes, you can use the photos for your presentation. I'm glad you enjoyed Medicine Hat, an underrated community.