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Sculpture at Kaw Point
What would the Corps of Discovery members think of their former campsite now?
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Visit Dubuque’s National Mississippi River Museum

You’ll learn all you need to know about the Mississippi River at the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium. I allowed three hours, but I could have spent days exploring the Dubuque, Iowa, attraction. Every member of the family will find much to enjoy in the three-building, 10-acre campus, and I highly recommend this great …

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Best 10 things to do in Bonner Springs, Kansas

Bonner Springs sits in rolling hills beside the Kansas River. It’s the next Kansas Turnpike exit west of Kansas City. Its location gives citizens and visitors a break from urban living with all the Kansas City area amenities. Bonner Springs offers intriguing attractions, recreation, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy a laid-back, friendly community in Bonner Springs. …

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Tour Historic Fort Leavenworth, Best Hometown in the Army

Fort Leavenworth, the Intellectual Center of the Army, is also its prison. Both are part of the fort’s fascinating history. Stories and historic sites, scenic overlooks, picnic areas, and an 18-hole golf course are all on this post. Explore these seven things at Fort Leavenworth for the perfect family day trip. Allow at least a …

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How to spend a perfect day at Bighorn Canyon

A perfect day at Bighorn Canyon Ranger Tanya Plainfeather Gardner pointed to a hole on Bighorn Canyon’s rim in Montana. “That’s where the stepfather threw his stepson over the side of the cliff.” Then she explained. Evil spirits overcame the man when he shoved the boy. Then he left the boy to die.  Instead, some …

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7 best things to do at Pompeys Pillar National Monument

Explore Pompeys Pillar National Monument  William Clark carved his name onto Pompeys Pillar during the Corps of Discovery’s 1806 journey home. Meriwether Lewis and Clark had separated to explore more territory. Nearly 200 years later, President Bill Clinton preserved the Montana formation as Pompeys Pillar National Monument. Pompeys Pillar is on Montana 312, half an …

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Join our Midwest Road Trip Adventures

Order the must-read book Midwest Road Trip Adventures I’m so excited to tell you about the book — our book — Midwest Road Trip Adventures. The book is a detailed guide for road trippers, and you must have it. Order directly from the publisher and choose my name, Roxie Yonkey, in the author dropdown menu. …

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Leavenworth trails: In history’s footsteps

Meeting Leavenworth’s famed folks in 10,000 steps People know Leavenworth, Kan., as the home of Fort Leavenworth and the Leavenworth federal prison. People should know Leavenworth for its famous residents and visitors. Meet many of these influential people on the Leavenworth walking trails. They include Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, Susan B. Anthony, William T. …

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13 perfect Southeast Montana day trips

Billings promotes itself as Montana’s Trailhead. Therefore, let’s take Billings at its word and enjoy a Great American Road Trip through Southeast Montana attractions. We’ll visit the West’s most famous battlefield, see William Clark’s carved signature, ride in a national recreation area, and enjoy terrific scenery. Finally, we’ll visit an alpaca farm. Table of contents: …

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