The Amazing Tallgrass Prairie: Kansas' Living Legacy. When you think of Kansas, you might envision endless fields of wheat or cornfields stretching to the horizon. However, the true ecological heart…
South Central Kansas claims much more than dusty, flat plains so that you might love S. Central Kansas! We spent five days touring the area in and around Wichita. Our…
The Maxwell Wildlife Preserve "allows" you to love the bison in Kansas! Nestled in the heart of Kansas, the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge is a testament to the state's commitment to…
Beautiful Coronado Heights, perched atop a hill in central Kansas, is a testament to natural beauty and human imagination. This scenic spot is located just northwest of Lindsborg. It offers…
Lindsborg Kansas for All Things Swedish! Nestled in the Smoky Valley of central Kansas, Lindsborg is a charming town that offers visitors a unique blend of Swedish heritage and Midwestern…
Do you want to discover Kansas biodiversity? Visit the Kansas Wetland Education Center near Great Bend, Kansas. We visited here after leaving Ellinwood. That's a change after staying in a…
Explore Mushroom State Park. It's in an unexpected place in rural Kansas. It's a five-acre park where you wouldn't expect to see it, but while driving, there it is! This…
Did you know that Kansas has salt mining? The Strataca Salt Mine Museum is near Hutchinson, KS, often called Salt City! The mine has a different name (see below.) We…
Tanganyika Wildlife Park outside of Wichita is a unique place. I'll include a link below so you can read the full story. We saw many different animals in areas similar…
While here, be sure to visit Exploration Place in Wichita. Here, you'll find displays, games for kids, and a "hats off" to the rich aviation history. I find Wichita has…
While in the north metro of the Twin Cities, be sure to Drink Northern Soda! You'll love it! They also have entertainment opportunities. Have a birthday party, play games, or…
What does it take to make the Twin Cities Gateway a happy visit? First, what is the Twin Cities Gateway? The organization represents tourism for the following ten cities in…
Let's consider whether we have an inspiring New Brighton history story to draw your attention! New Brighton is part of the Twin Cities Gateway. If you wish, click this link…
Take in Washington, DC, any time of the year. After all, Gotta love the National Cathedral among all the other places to see! On my Eastern States road trip, I…
Do you want to take the Minnesota County Challenge? Or the challenge for any other state? Growing up in Minnesota, I've crisscrossed this great state countless times over the years.…
Kearney isn't only about Jesse James anymore! You'll find some unique shops in Kearney, MO. It's right along Interstate 35, about 25 miles north of downtown Kansas City. If you…