The North Bend Rail Trail offers great hiking, beautiful scenery, and glimpses into West Virginia’s past. Whether you want to spend days hiking, or just a few hours, this trail has something for you. The B&O Parkersburg Branch was once a major part of West Virginia’s transportation. North Bend Rails to Trails Foundation, Inc./Facebook Trains ran along the route from 1857 to 1985. The railroad tracks ran from Grafton to Parkersburg....
It’s not very common to find video footage of small town North Dakota from before the mid 20th century. Most of the history of these places is documented in text, photos, or simply memories. Luckily, there is some still remaining reels of films that have been kept intact and shared for everyone to see. It’s an amazing way to experience the past! This particular video has a variety of footage from the town of Oakes, North Dakota....
The Hawaiian Islands are known for their brilliant, pristine white sand beaches – but perhaps just as stunning are the incredible rivers that flow through the Aloha State. And while all of Hawaii’s rivers are stunning, Kauai’s Wailua River is easily the most accessible – and prettiest – of Hawaii’s five navigable rivers. The Wailua River was once the sacred capital of ancient Kauai and the birthplace of island royalty but is also home to a wonderful riverboat cruise you’ll want to add to your Hawaii bucket list....
Ever wondered what the most popular baby names in your state are? The following names are the top 10 male and female baby names (20 total) of 2014 in Ohio, according to Social Security card application data. Liam (716 births) and Emma (819 births) xoxo214/Flickr Mason (666 births) and Olivia (726) satanoid/Flickr Noah (655 births) and Ava (674 births) Allan/Flickr William (598 births) and Sophia (609 births) Kitt Walker/Flickr Carter (597 births) and Isabella (516 births) shira gal/Flickr...
Alright, guys – fair warning. This is a bit shocking, very sad, and the single craziest thing to happen in Tennessee. Why? Because Tennessee is known for being a kind, fair state with a heart for everyone – but mistakes happen, and history isn’t telling a lie. We’re going to tell you a story that happened a long time ago and shocked the entire state. It happened once and never since, because once was enough....
Georgia has some darn friendly places. There’s a reason why the term “Southern hospitality” is equated with the Peach State. Visitors always comment on how friendly and welcoming the residents of Georgia are. In fact, there is even one small town which has earned the title of the friendliest small town in Georgia and it may not be the town you expect… Wrightsville, Georgia has a population of just over 2,000 residents....
There are times when you just want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and escape to a tranquil and peaceful oasis. If you’re seeking a serene retreat in Southern California where you can get away from it all without having to travel very far from the city, then you’ll want to explore this little slice of paradise. Hiding inside the center of SoCal you’ll find this picturesque six acre oasis that will sweep you off your feet with its beauty....
Is the Taj Mahal on your bucket list of places to visit in your lifetime? If so, today is your lucky day because you can visit the closest thing to it without even leaving Texas. The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Stafford (just outside of Houston) is a breathtaking Hindu temple that looks as if it belongs in India. It’s open to the public daily and is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in a new culture and become more worldly – not to mention the fact that it’s absolutely awe-inspiring to look at....
There are certain things that are simply better in the summer in Montana, road trips and ice cream being two of them. And as the weather slowly but surely begins to warm up in the Treasure State, our minds start to wander to open roads and cool treats. This ice cream trail combines two amazing warm weather pastimes, scenic drives and waffle cones (or cups, if you prefer). Whether you attempt it in one delightfully sugary day or spread it out over a weekend, you’ll get to see some of our most charming cities as you enjoy treats from some of our most popular ice cream shops....
It is no secret that Denver is chock-full of historic and iconic homes, nor is it a secret that there are plenty of haunted houses… but an iconic, historic, AND haunted home? There is only one, and it is one that you have probably heard of but may have never realized is plagued with the paranormal. Denverites: I give you the Molly Brown House: Located at 1340 Pennsylvania St. in Denver, the Molly Brown House is arguably one of the most recognized homes in the city....
Rock Springs is located in southwestern Wyoming and is mainly known for its ties to the coal industry. Unfortunately, it was this tie that led to one of the worst ethnic massacres in the history of the United States during the 1880s. Coal mining, both through the best and worst of times, has defined and given Rock Springs its unique character. Wikipedia/Milonica Rock Springs is known as the “Home of 56 Nationalities” because of all the immigrants that came from all over the world to work in the coal mines....
New Jersey gets a bum rap; out-of-staters always assume we’re little more than a network of highways and airports. That couldn’t be further from the truth. From our northern mountains to our southern pinelands, our western rivers and beautiful ocean beaches, New Jersey is absolutely beautiful. If anyone ever doubts that, just show them the videos below. This video highlights the beauty of Medford Lakes. The town is over 10% water with 22 lakes....
Most people probably don’t realize the first steam powered, scheduled passenger train to run in America was in South Carolina. In the mid 1830s, a rail line from Charleston ran to Hamburg (near Augusta), Columbia and Camden. The new form of transportation was so popular that trains and railroads sprang up all over the state, some of them with tracks as short as 10 miles. Today, with the exception of Amtrak, there’s only one historic passenger train in the Palmetto State, at the South Carolina Railroad Museum in Winnsboro....
Going to the chapel and we’re gonna get married…and you can meet us right here. Tucked away in Northern California is one of the sweetest little chapels you’ll ever lay your eyes on. This tiny chapel has a history and just in case you’re looking for an adorable spot to tie the knot, the city of Rocklin has you covered! Built in 1883, Old St. Mary’s Chapel was St. Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Church....
The 1930s were a time of change. Horses were being replaced by cars, and the country was in the grips of a depression that was challenging people to rethink the way they lived their lives. Yet it was a time of relative piece, after the devastation of World War I and before the turmoil of World War II. Here’s what life in New Hampshire looked like in 1936. An auction in Hancock....
If you only saw photos of this place, you might think these windblown dunes are located somewhere deep within the Sahara Desert in Africa… or at least near a beach. Nope! These unique peaks and valleys are found in the White Sands National Monument, right here in southern New Mexico. These dunes aren’t just special because they sit at a whopping 4,235-foot elevation and are hundreds of miles from the nearest, it’s all about the white sands, which are composed of tiny gypsum crystals....
Summer gets a late start in Montana, but once it arrives, it’s glorious. Our beautiful swimming holes span the state, but one of the best spots to take a swim happens to be located in the northwest corner in the underdeveloped (and quiet) Yaak Valley. The Yaak River is a tributary of the Kootenai River, running down from southeast British Columbia into Lincoln County. Troy Smith / Flickr Part of the river has Class IV-V whitewater rapids, but part of it is perfectly calm....
South Carolina’s cities and towns are always making lists of one sort or another. Perhaps it’s because South Carolina is the most beautiful, friendly and popular place to live or visit in America. On that note, there’s one South Carolina town that is getting lots of state and national attention lately. If you’re considering a move, this just might be the place for you. Here are 10 reasons why: Bluffton was named a Southern Dream Town by Garden & Gun Magazine in their June/July 2015 issue....
Are you afraid of heights? There certainly are some terrifying views in Montana that, while breathtaking, are not for the faint of heart. If you’re not a fan of heights, you can still enjoy them from these stunning photos. This is Beartooth Pass at the Montana-Wyoming border. Neal Wellons / Flickr Here’s part of the view from the gorgeous Going-to-the-Sun Road at Glacier National Park. rayb777 / Flickr The mountain goat seems unfazed....
When compared to the other 49 states, Alabama is truly one-of-a-kind. From the quirky names of our small towns to our strange food combinations, what we think of as normal, most outsiders don’t. We may be different, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. Listed below are 11 ways Alabama is America’s black sheep. We schedule everything around college football. wikimedia commons/Matthew Tosh Weddings, reunions, vacations…you name it! Our store shelves begin to look like this if there’s even the slightest chance of snow....
