Nebraska National Forest in Halsey: Day 13 #DetourNebraska Challenge
On our trip up to Northwest Nebraska several years ago, we passed on the edge of Halsey. I could see the trees off in the [...]
Ode to the Sandhills: Day 12 #DetourNebraska Challenge
During my 1,700 mile trip across Nebraska last summer, I knew at times the trip would seem long. Especially since I was traveling by myself. [...]
Neligh Mill: Day 11 #DetourNebraska Challenge
Heading to Northeast Nebraska was always a part of my plan for my big Labor Day week-end travel trip last year. But then I ran [...]
Tekamah Murals: Day 10 #DetourNebraska Challenge
On the eastern edge of Nebraska lies a small town that I am not sure I would have discovered except for a detour. On our [...]
Andrew Jackson Higgins Memorial: Day 9 #DetourNebraska Challenge
Near the middle of Columbus' Pawnee Park is a tribute to an unsung World War 2 hero. Although he may not have stepped foot on [...]
A Tale of two Nebraska churches: Day 8 #DetourNebraska Challenge
All week I have been giving you previews of the some of the places that are featured in my Detour Nebraska book. In addition, I [...]
Indian Cave State Park: Day 7 #DetourNebraska Challenge
One of the prettiest places in Nebraska is found in the Southeast corner of the state. With rolling hills, a myriad of trees and miles [...]
Brenna: My Friend Along for the Ride – Day 6 #DetourNebraska Challenge
I always read book dedications. Now that I have written my own book, I really like to take notice of who the author is appreciating. [...]
Clay County Oregon Trail Marker: Day 5 #DetourNebraska Challenge
I was taking the backroads because sometimes I get tired of the Interstate. We were traveling from Hastings to Aurora using Highway 6 to Highway [...]
Wildlife Safari Park: Day 4 #DetourNebraska Challenge
While the name did intrigue me, I must confess that I drove by the sign for the Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari Park [...]