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In 1993, Mother Wilson was visited by her grandmother in a dream. All her grandmother said was “find that caboose.” Without having any history with trains whatsoever, Mother Wilson wasn’t exactly sure what this dream meant, or even where to start, but she knew that if it came from her grandmother, it meant something. The very next day, Mother Wilson began searching for that caboose. She eventually found one and had it transported all the way to the backyard of her home in Fairbanks, Alaska via some impressively complex trucking coordination....

A lot of people think Florida doesn’t have fall foliage, but that’s not really true. In areas of North Florida especially, you can catch a spectacular show of changing leaves, but maybe a little later in the season than other parts of the country. For example, we would like to welcome you to this tiny town in Northwest Florida. Chipley is a small town of around 3,500 people in Washington County....

There are a few run-of-the-mill establishments in Maryland, and then there are ones that are insanely unique. This one is the latter. This unassuming coffee shop holds a hidden space that you’ll want to visit as soon as possible. Head to Leonardtown and you’ll find the charming BTB Coffee Bar. Facebook / BTB Speakeasy While this establishment appears to be an ordinary coffee shop, it’s actually hiding a remarkable secret....

“Twas the night before Christmas…” and you were scrolling through your Facebook page for the most interesting posts. Here’s something relevant and fun. Check out these real-time – meaning “happening right now” – Christmas light displays in South Carolina. A good many of them are private residence displays right here in the Palmetto State. That’s the Christmas Spirit! Everyone has the Spirit. A truck is all lit up as the owners check out Christmas lights in the Upstate....

Why is it that creepy houses all look haunted? Is it because they usually are, or is it our imagination? Well, here are 12 houses in Oklahoma for you to decide…haunted or not? Lifeless and looking haunted somewhere in Oklahoma. flickr/filter collective Located in Picher, OK, this one is a bit creepy, especially since Picher is one of the most toxic ghost towns in the world. flickr/jeremy This lonely house sits in El Reno, OK....

When you think of Colorado, what comes to mind? Denver? The mountains? NORAD? The Centennial State is home to some of the most pristine natural wonders and gorgeous cityscapes in the country, but did you know that it is also home to the rolling plains? Let’s take a look at 14 insanely beautiful photos of this often overlooked area to see just what you’ve been missing: Let’s take a look at 14 insanely beautiful photos of this often overlooked area to see just what you’ve been missing:...

It’s a strange thing, to see your home as it once was. Tennessee has been overrun with hipsters and the millennial crew, but sometimes it’s a sweet, good thing to take a look back to where we came from. We scoured the world wide web to bring you these treasures from our southern past during the entirety of the 1970s. Take a look! A bit of horseback riding in the south TNSOS This seems like a sweet way to spend an afternoon with the family....

We all know Alaska is well known for its many glaciers and mountains, and the perk about those two things is that there ends up being a lot of COOL places that exist underground. I mean “cool” both literally and figuratively because a lot of these caves look too chilly for words. These tunnels and caves give us an extraordinary look into the landscape of Alaska. It’s obvious after seeing these photos that there is much more than meets the eye when exploring the Last Frontier, or shall I say “Seward’s Icebox....

Vermont, like Christmas, is magical year-round, and Christmas Days is a place where you can be in the Christmas spirit year-round. This magical Christmas store has everything to beautifully transform your home for the holidays, and they will help you do the same. Who’s ready to jump into the holidays? In July of 1969, William and Violet Day rented two rooms for a novel idea – a place that specialized in Christmas decorations....

When it comes to fine dining in Denver, there are plenty of posh and delicious choices to choose from with plenty of unforgettable ambiance to go around. That being said, the iconic Columbine Steak House & Lounge may get overlooked because of its unsuspecting storefront, but what the timeless restaurant lacks in frills it makes up for in so many other ways: Located at 300 Federal Blvd. in Denver, Columbine Steak House & Lounge is a Denver institution that has been serving their famous steak dinners since 1961....

Fall in New Hampshire is best enjoyed on the farm. Corn mazes, apple picking and or course apple cider donuts are fun for the whole family. There is nothing as delicious as a fresh, homemade apple cider donut on a crisp fall day. These 11 farm stands have the best apple cider donuts in New Hampshire. Go ahead, try them all! Cider Bellies Donuts, Moulton Farm, Meredith Cider Bellies Donuts/facebook A lakes region favorite, Cider Bellies Donuts are made on site, and will have you coming back again and again....

Located within the Verde Valley, Sycamore Canyon is the second largest canyon in Arizona and is home to some fantastic trails and beautiful wilderness. The major waterway here is Sycamore Creek, which runs through the canyon and creates a lush riparian environment in the desert. Parsons Spring, located several miles into the canyon, empties into a massive pool that is perfect for swimming. Alan English CPA/Flickr Getting to Parsons Spring requires driving 11 miles down a dirt road (FR 131) and then a four-mile hike from the trailhead through the canyon via Parsons Trail #144....

Looking for a chance to escape into cooler regions where you can feel the cool, pine air while out hiking, camping, or just milling around town? One of the most popular areas around the state just happens to be one of the coolest—both in terms of temperature and activities. Let’s take a look at some of the best things you can do while visiting the Mogollon Rim! Go for a canoe ride along the curvy shores of Blue Ridge Reservoir....

The highly anticipated Winston-Salem Quarry Park is finally open to the public and so far, has only received stellar reviews, between breathtaking views of the Winston-Salem skyline and unique overlook situated above a dreamy blue quarry. While many Winston-Salem natives knew of the quarry long before its public debut, it’s now accessible to more than just unruly teenagers and curious adults, but the entire public. Once you visit, you’ll see what the hype is about....

Pennsylvania is not only a fun and exciting to live in now, but it has always been on the forefront of… well, everything! We have a ton of rich history in our state. Read on to discover some of the amazing firsts from Pennsylvania. The first roller coaster in the country. Wikimedia Commons The Mauch Chunk Gravity Railroad was used beginning in the 1850s to delivery coal to the area now known as Jim Thorpe....

Most of us North Dakotans are pretty used to the weird things our winters throw at us. Sun dogs, for example, are very common to us in the chilly months, but people in other states would be baffled by them. This, however, is something that would baffle most anyone. Winter means cold, and the rivers and lakes in the state freeze over. Sometimes the ice breaks and flows along the rivers current- but have you ever seen this?...

Do you want to experience one of the many attractions Iowa has to offer? We have so many opportunities to get out of the house for an amazing day trip. If you want to get out and see some of the incredible sights our state has to offer, then this trip is for you. A visit to Iowa’s magical and iconic covered bridges, as well as the charming nearby town of Winterset, will transport you to another world....

McGill Swimming Pool is a natural spring-fed pool in White Pine County near Ely where visitors can play on the beaches, catch some rays, enjoy the large slides and diving boards, take swimming lessons, look for guppies in the shallows, make summer memories with friends, picnic, and just enjoy summer. Take a look at this beautiful, incredible, and fun-filled Nevada spring-fed pool. The McGill Swimming Pool near Ely is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day....

Not many people realize that the largest World War I reenactment in the country is actually held in Rockford, Illinois! Each year, Midway Village Museum puts on a two-day event that helps locals remember the historic war. The experience is truly immersive, so visitors will feel as if they have stepped back in time. The unique event is held each April. Midway Village Museum/Facebook In 2017, it will occur on April 8th and 9th....

We’ve written about castles, and written about amazing winter scenery in New Hampshire, but one of the most unforgettable attractions in the Granite State combines both those things. The Lincoln Ice Castles are magnificent buildings made entirely of ice. They’ll give you a fairy tale experience that you’ll never forget. Enter a winter wonderland in Lincoln when you visit the Ice Castles. Ice Castles NH/facebook The best part about these magnificent sculptures is that you can get up close and personal, feeling like the monarch of your very own ice kingdom....