As we sought a campsite last night near Ft Collins CO, we learned that Frontier Days is in full swing in Cheyenne WY and that campsites and hotel rooms are a scarce commodity. We were lucky enough to score a tent site for last night but we now know that we’d rather not linger in the Cheyenne area these late July days. We stopped at the WY Welcome Center and got some great information. Now we are headed toward Guernsey and hopefully a look at one of the landmarks along the Oregon Trail.
Over a long weekend we sampled some of the myriad things to do in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, unique among national parks for it’s environmental reclamation, historic preservation, and recreational opportunities adjacent to the populous cities of Cleveland and Akron in northeastern Ohio. Can’t wait to return and explore more.
Our journey from Portsmouth, England to our home in Ohio might have been accomplished in about sixteen hours but my avoiding air travel we were able to enjoy a fifteen day journey home via train, ship, Uber, train, as well as our own feet and finally our personal vehicle.
It’s been a fascinating two day visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. We managed to pack in tours of the HMS Warrior, the HMS Victory as well ast Victory Live: The
Big Repair, and finally the Mary Rose. All were incredibly informative and well presented.
Sorry you’re missing Frontier Days, it was a blast when we were there. Good food, fun watching the rodeo events, all in all a good time!
Frontier Days sounded like much more of a crowd scene than we’re in the mood for right now. Instead we’re having fun seeking out quieter places. At Lake Guernsey Sandy Beach there were only two other occupied campsites. At Scottsbluff National Monument we were the only passengers on the shuttle to the top so we had a great conversation with the ranger about the geology and cultural history of the area!
When you see the wagon ruts of the Oregon Trail still today, it is amazing. It sounds like you are headed east but if you want to backtrack I think you would love the museum in Cody Wyo. The collection of western art work is breath taking. The drive over the Bighorn Mts is gorgeous. Little BigHorn battle field is worth a stop. Glad your trip is going so well and that you are having fun! Wishing you continued safe travels.
Yes, we are moving east. We have a family commitment in a couple of weeks. However we certainly plan to return to explore more of this area. Little Bug Hirn id definitely on Our List! And a return to Cody also!