Virtual Tour
A virtual tour of the Heritage Visitor Center and Museum in Idaho Springs, Colorado. The soundtrack written and performed by yours truly.
Remembering the August 20th 1910 Fire Arthur Fay's Account,. Wallace Idaho
The Music at the beginning sounds like Batman is going to be in this. Sorry he's not in this one.
The Largest Forest Fire in U.S. History burned its way into the South and East sides of Wallace Idaho on August 20th - 21st, 1910. For 36 hours this fire burned an area as large as the State of Connecticut. A 29 year old by the name of Arthur Fay, with his wife Mabel, and two small children, Adelaide and Clark, witnessed the events of that summer.
In the late 1950's, at the age of 73, Arthur recounted those events the best he could. Although he, his wife, and children escaped, he never returned to Wallace. This is his account of that hot, dry, summer (much like the one we have today in 2015).
This presentation of HWPS and Auggie Dog Productions is to remember the event and honor all those families and fire fighters who lost their lives and the men, women, and children who had their lives changed. This one fire forever shaped how forest fires are fought.
Although this is an abridged account, and sound and voice manipulation was used to drive the narrative and make this more entertaining, we have been careful to keep the original intent and feeling of his thoughts (the best we could).
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Fun, Great Displays & More At The C&O Railway Heritage Center (2_17_2019)
Hundreds of people turned out for the weekend George Washington Train Show put on by the C&O Historical Society, both at the Clifton Forge Armory and at the C&O Railway Heritage Center. The Journal dropped by the Heritage Center this afternoon (Feb. 17, 2019) on a very cool day to watch kids have fun, visitors see the wonderful train displays and listen to railroad lovers discuss their favorite topic.
Joe Cocker Colorado Mansion With Ranch For Sale [240-Acres]
240-Acre Crawford Colorado Ranch For Sale with 16,000 sq ft. Mansion -- -- Selling with No Reserve at Absolute Auction September 1st -- in Crawford, Colorado.
Mad Dog Ranch – Famed Rock & Roll Legend Joe Cocker’s Colorado Estate
In the heart of the Colorado Rockies lies a unique opportunity to own both a spectacular property and a piece of rock & roll history. Introducing the Joe and Pam Cocker Estate, the MAD DOG RANCH, home to the famed rock & roll artist since 1994. Located within easy driving distance to Aspen, Telluride, and the world-renowned Black Canyon, the estate sits on over 240 acres that back to BLM Land and includes irrigated pastures, landscaped lawns, manicured gardens, lush forests, and an acre sized swimming pond.
At the heart of the property rests the grand English Tudor style manor with 8 bedrooms, 9 baths, and a private guest suite set in almost 16,000 sq. ft. As you enter, a stunning foyer with a sweeping staircase and custom inlaid marble floor medallion greets guests. Exquisite Brazilian cherry floors extend throughout the main entry, gallery and many of the formal rooms. Fine finishes continue throughout the home, including the library’s custom cherry paneling, a formal dining room that seats 18 and billiard room with full sized bar.
The 1,500 sq. ft. master suite is the perfect place to unwind, featuring 13 foot beamed ceilings, stone fireplaces, seating areas, a spa like bath, his and her walk-in closets, a coffee bar and private balcony to experience the Colorado scenery. The stunning interior is matched only by the tremendous views throughout. Built with entertaining in mind, all main floor rooms have access to the exceptional rear terrace overlooking the grand lawn, pond, and gardens.
The property’s grounds are nothing short of spectacular, including manicured lawns, floral beds, raw Aspen, scrub oak and evergreen forests, pastures gardens and water features. There is a fully equipped 7-stall barn with turnouts, a silo, Quonset, large outdoor arena, and 80 acres of irrigated pasture. If gardening is your passion, there are 2 fully outfitted commercial greenhouses and an outdoor vegetable garden. This estate is simply spectacular, and is perfectly located for privacy, scenery, and access to the most sought after skiing, hiking, and fly-fishing in the Colorado.
240-Acre Crawford Colorado Ranch For Sale with 16,000 sq ft. Mansion -- -- Selling with No Reserve at Absolute Auction September 1st -- in Crawford, Colorado.
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Ep. 99: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad | Colorado travel RV camping
All aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad! While camping in nearby Mancos State Park, we take a ride aboard this famed heritage coal-fired steam-powered railway that dates to 1882, and has been designated a National Historic Landmark and Historic Civil Engineering Landmark. This is one of the most sought-after attractions for travelers and RV'ers in all of Colorado.
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* D&SNGRR:
* Mancos State Park
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We've opened a Grand Adventure store on Amazon! Unlike other Amazon shops, from RV stuff to our dogs and even photography and videography, every single item you see in our store is hand picked from things we use ourselves in our own Grand Adventures. We've tried it, we've tested it, and we can heartily recommend it. No random stuff or paid product placements.
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* All music in this episode is open source and obtained from the YouTube Audio Library or licensed from Soundstripe
ABOUT US
Welcome to Grand Adventure, a YouTube channel that focuses on RV-centric outdoor activities including not only of course camping, but also mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, skiing and more, nearly always filmed in stunning 4K.
We're based in Salt Lake City, Utah, and invite you to come along as we travel all around the western U.S. My wife Patricia and I, and our dogs Zoe and Maggie are avid boondockers, so you'll seldom find us in RV parks or even dry campgrounds. Instead, we're usually camped in some of the most remote and beautiful spots that you could ever pull a travel trailer into. And unlike most other RV channels on YouTube, we're not RV dealers or full-timers -- we're weekend warriors just like you!
We'll provide tips and insight on equipping and maintaining your RV, trip planning and travel videos to make your next adventure a grand one indeed! So, subscribe to make sure that you catch every episode, and remember...life is nothing but a Grand Adventure!
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2005 - Greeley POW Camp
Two stone pillars along the business loop of U.S. Highway 34 west of Greeley are all that remain of what was once a 320 acre World War II prisoner-of-war camp. The camp was significant to the history of many communities in northeastern Colorado because German and Italian inmates, many of whom spoke English, were allowed to work for local farmers, filling job openings created by U.S. servicemen sent to war. The prisoners developed congenial relationships with local U.S. residents, many of whom spoke German and were of German descent. When the war ended, some of the prisoners settled in northern Colorado. Others, and their descendants, still make pilgrimages from Europe to visit the site.
Populated by more than 3,000 German and Austrian prisoners captured while serving under General Rommel in North Africa, P.O.W. Camp 202 was a 302-acre World War II prisoner-of-war camp built in the 1940’s nearly Greeley. The camp closed in 1946, and by the time the site was selected as one of Colorado’s Most Endangered Places in2005, the only remains were two stone entrance gate pillars located adjacent to a farm field along the business loop of U.S. Highway 34, west of Greeley.
The pillars were threatened in 2005 when the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) began a highway expansion project for Highway 34. Fearing the loss of the only remains of P.O.W. Camp 202, a preservation campaign that included Colorado Preservation, Inc., The City of Greeley, Historic Greeley and the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was started to save the pillars from demolition, and to design and install interpretive panels explaining the significance of the site. Colorado Preservation, Inc. contacted CDOT, who subsequently met with local supporters to verify that the pillars are original to the camp and significant to the history of Greeley. To prevent demolition of the pillars and keep them as close to the original site as possible, a compromise was reached that includes CDOT relocating the pillars to a spot on the highway in close proximity to their original location and installing a turnout so that travelers can stop and learn more about the site.
CDOT agreed to fund the relocation of the pillars to a nearby location that provided space for interpretive panel installation and a turnout for visitors. The City of Greeley applied for and received a Certified Local Government grant to design and install two interpretive panels at the new location. Colorado Preservation, Inc. held discussions with local museums, Historic Greeley, Inc., and other preservation groups to determine the design and content for interpretive signage that were installed once the pillars were relocated.
The city of Greeley Museum conducted archaeological studies, began an oral history project, and completed a documentary film about the site. The video relates the story of the World War II camp, the German prisoners, area farmers who worked with prisoners, local citizens and the only visible remains of Camp 202 – the two stone pillars. The video is available for purchase from the City of Greeley. In early 2010, the P.O.W. Camp Pillars were officially designated as local historic landmarks. (Saved)
Cross Ranch State Parks Cabins
These cabins are available all year round! -
Arthur Link Centennial Log Cabin
The Art Link Cabin is available year-round for meetings or overnight rental. The cabin has one bedroom with two bunk beds, and a sleeping loft that will accommodate up to six (no beds in loft). No linens, bedding, cooking utensils or dishes are provided. The cabin is heated with a wood-burning parlor stove and cook stove. There is no running water or inside toilet. The cabin is near vault toilets and water. Shower facilities are available year-round at the Visitor Center. -
Colter Log Cabin
The Colter Cabin is available year-round. It has two bedrooms with electric heat, overhead lights and a woodburning parlor stove. The cabin can sleep up to five with room for the kids in an unfurnished loft. Users provide their own camp stove, cooking utensils, bedding and linens. There is no running water or inside toilet. The cabin is near vault toilets and water. Shower facilities are available year-round at the Visitor Center. -
Campground Yurts
There are two Yurts in the campground. These are available year-round. Each has a dining table inside, a small refrigerator and two bunk beds, one with futon (sleeps 6). Lamps are used for lighting, and a propane stove for heat. There is no running water or inside toilet. Both Yurts are near vault toilets and water. Shower facilities are available year-round at the Visitor Center.
Ep. 100: Canyons of the Ancients | National Monument Colorado RV travel camping
Our big 100th episode of Grand Adventure was supposed to be about both Canyons of the Ancients AND Hovenweep National Monuments, but our RV had other ideas. While camping at Mancos State Park, and en route to another camp at Bears Ears National Monument in Utah, we visit the Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum, tour the Lowry Pueblo ruins that date to the 10th Century, and hike to more ruins in the National Monument's Sand Canyon before our RV left us on the side of the road.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
* Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
* Mancos State Park
* Tom Gentry Mobile RV Repair (Dolores, CO) (970) 560-8260
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USE WHAT WE USE
We've opened a Grand Adventure store on Amazon! Unlike other Amazon shops, from RV stuff to our dogs and even photography and videography, every single item you see in our store is hand picked from things we use ourselves in our own Grand Adventures. We've tried it, we've tested it, and we can heartily recommend it. No random stuff or paid product placements.
It costs you no more to shop Amazon with us, but by shopping our store a portion of each sale goes to bringing you more and better Grand Adventure videos! Thank you for clicking through to give us a look!
CREDITS
* All music in this episode is open source and obtained from the YouTube Audio Library or licensed from Soundstripe
ABOUT US
Welcome to Grand Adventure, a YouTube channel that focuses on RV-centric outdoor activities including not only of course camping, but also mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, skiing and more, nearly always filmed in stunning 4K.
We're based in Salt Lake City, Utah, and invite you to come along as we travel all around the western U.S. My wife Patricia and I, and our dogs Zoe and Maggie are avid boondockers, so you'll seldom find us in RV parks or even dry campgrounds. Instead, we're usually camped in some of the most remote and beautiful spots that you could ever pull a travel trailer into. And unlike most other RV channels on YouTube, we're not RV dealers or full-timers -- we're weekend warriors just like you!
We'll provide tips and insight on equipping and maintaining your RV, trip planning and travel videos to make your next adventure a grand one indeed! So, subscribe to make sure that you catch every episode, and remember...life is nothing but a Grand Adventure!
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History of sheep herding in Colorado
Shepherds of the Western Range: The H-2A Sheep Herder Program.
Open range sheep herding is a proud and historic part of our western ranching heritage. H-2A sheep herders are center stage in this rugged and sometimes remote lifestyle. Shepherds of the Western Range takes an in-depth look at the working conditions of the H-2A sheep herders. It provides a unique opportunity to learn about sheep herding on the open range.
Mesa Verde Area Attractions
In the mood for adventure? Southwest Colorado offers some of the best. No trip to Cortez, Colorado or Montezuma County would be complete without a visit to Mesa Verde National Park. Mesa Verde (Spanish for Green Table) is nestled in the mountains of Southwest Colorado. Established June 29, 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt, Mesa Verde National Park was the first park of its kind.
Today this national park protects over 4,000 known archeological sites. This includes 600 Anasazi Cliff Dwellings. These Anasazi dwellings are some of the best preserved in the United States. While visiting the park make it a point to visit Cliff Palace, Long House and Spruce Tree House. The tours are ranger-guided and give you the opportunity to experience these Ancestral Puebloan sites first hand.
There are also many hiking trails in Mesa Verde National Park, however you are asked to stay on the designated trails to preserve the natural surroundings. The park truly has something for everyone and is open year round. Cortez, Mancos and Dolores, Colorado are all just minutes away from Mesa Verde offering many hotels, restaurants and vacation rentals.
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The Cortez area is a center for archeology lovers. In addition to Mesa Verde National Park there are many other archeological attractions just a few miles away. These include: Hovenweep National Monument, Crow Canyon Archeological Center, Anasazi Heritage Center and Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. If you are looking for stone architecture, Arches National Park or Natural Bridges National Monument are just a few hours away.
The San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway takes you through the beautiful San Juan Mountains as you look out at the 14,000 ft. mountains around you. This tour is breathtaking during the changing colors of the fall season.
For those that enjoy outdoor recreation, Montezuma County and the surrounding area present some of the best in Colorado. From the beautiful mountains to the scenic deserts, a visit to the Four Corners area can accommodate just about everyone. Whether you prefer hiking, fishing, four-wheeling, jeep trails, hunting, skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking or boating you will find it here.
For more information please visit the Cortez Business Directory at
Geoarchaeology Lecture Week 5: Alluvial Deposition
Cooper's Ferry, Dr. Loren Davis, OSU, Archaeology, Lower Salmon River Canyon, Idaho, BLM, Bureau of land Management, Field Methods in Archeology, salmon river, artifacts, cottonwood Idaho, cottonwood field office, Cooper's Ferry Site, Early Archaeology, Early Americans
Dr. Loren Davis, Associate Professor,
at Oregon State University and David Sisson, Archeologist, at the BLM Cottonwood Field Office
are working together to recover information about past life ways at the Cooper's Ferry archeological site. Students from the Oregon State University Cooper's Ferry Archaeological Field School
uncover artifacts that help us understand what life was like for people who occupied the lower Salmon River Canyon thousands of years ago.
A summary of the culture history of this area can be found at:
Farragut Naval Training Station - Idaho
Walter S. Robertson U.S. Navy. My father-in-law's postcard collection and photos.
Visitors at sheep camp
Shepherds of the Western Range: The H-2A Sheep Herder Program.
Open range sheep herding is a proud and historic part of our western ranching heritage. H-2A sheep herders are center stage in this rugged and sometimes remote lifestyle. Shepherds of the Western Range takes an in-depth look at the working conditions of the H-2A sheep herders. It provides a unique opportunity to learn about sheep herding on the open range.
Colorado Springs Assisted Living Home Tour - New Day Cottages at Turner House
Welcome to New Day Cottages on Turner Rd. We are a small senior assisted living facility in Colorado Springs, CO. Our facility is a small family style home with a full kitchen, living area, bedrooms activity area and outdoor space.
Please visit our page for for the Turner Rd location for more details on amenities and services here:
For more info, call Steve Feldman at 719-266-1100 or visit
Working Conditions Part 2
Shepherds of the Western Range: The H-2A Sheep Herder Program.
Open range sheep herding is a proud and historic part of our western ranching heritage. H-2A sheep herders are center stage in this rugged and sometimes remote lifestyle. Shepherds of the Western Range takes an in-depth look at the working conditions of the H-2A sheep herders. It provides a unique opportunity to learn about sheep herding on the open range.
'Who, What, When,Etc.'? Ep 03 Mining Heritage Exhibit/Rest Area Wallace Idaho
A Short Look at the Wallace Idaho Visitor Center/I-90 Rest Area.
There is a free outdoor exhibit of various mining equipment and machinery used in the Silver Valley from the mid- 1880's up through modern times. In this video we look at some of these items, and what they did.
The visitor center also houses the Wallace Chamber of Commerce ans is a nice rest area for those traveling along Interstate 90.
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Moments in NRC History: NS Savannah Nuclear-Powered Merchant Ship, July 21, 1959
This video is part of the Moments in NRC History Series. Watch
Watch Historian Tom Wellock in our new Moments in NRC History video talk about the only NRC-licensed reactor that is designated a National Historic Landmark by the U.S. government. Learn how for eight years it operated with an impressive safety record while delivering cargo and passengers to dozens of often crowded national and international ports. It traveled 450,000 miles, visited 45 foreign and 32 domestic ports, and received 1.4 million visitors on board. The NS Savannah is preserved at Baltimore’s Canton Marine Terminal under the care of volunteers and its owner, the Maritime Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Periodically open to visitors, it is today one of the few places where the general public can tour a nuclear powered facility.
The process of becoming an H 2A sheep herder
Shepherds of the Western Range: The H-2A Sheep Herder Program.
Open range sheep herding is a proud and historic part of our western ranching heritage. H-2A sheep herders are center stage in this rugged and sometimes remote lifestyle. Shepherds of the Western Range takes an in-depth look at the working conditions of the H-2A sheep herders. It provides a unique opportunity to learn about sheep herding on the open range.
Places to see in ( Steamboat Springs - USA )
Places to see in ( Steamboat Springs - USA )
Steamboat Springs is a city in northern Colorado’s Yampa Valley. It’s home to the Howelsen Hill ski area and the Steamboat ski resort. The latter has 6 peaks including Mount Werner. The city’s geothermal hot springs are said to have therapeutic properties. Near the city center, the long-standing Old Town Hot Springs is equipped with swimming and soaking pools, plus water slides.
Steamboat Springs is typically 3-4 hr away from Denver by car in good winter conditions. If heavy snow, there are a couple of passes (including Rabbit Ears Pass) which become much more difficult and slow going. The most direct route from Denver to Steamboat is I-70 west to Silverthorne. From there, take Highway 9 North to Kremmling where you meet up with US 40. Then drive west on US 40 over Rabbit Ears pass to Steamboat. With no traffic or snow, the drive can be as quick as 2.5 hr.
The Local Airport is only 22 miles from Steamboat (Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) in Hayden, CO). Many major airlines, including Continental, American and Delta, provide direct service from hubs and major cities during the winter, It is only a 30 min flight from Denver on United.
The City of Steamboat Springs provides free municipal bus service year round. Buses arrive approximately every 10 min in the winter and every 20 minutes in the summer. The Steamboat Springs Transit stops along every major route with service from downtown to the mountain condos and ski area.
Alpine Taxi is Steamboat's taxi Service. They provide in-town taxis as well as shuttle service to and from the Yampa Valley Regional Airport (Hayden) and the Denver International Airport. Storm Mountain Express also offers shuttle service to and from Hayden. Steamboat420 offers a free Dispensary Shuttle service. They have pick-up locations in Steamboat Springs, providing free roundtrip rides to a local cannabis dispensary.
The Town of Steamboat Springs is essentially separated into several areas. One is the mountain area (known simply as the mountain or the base area) surrounding the base of the Steamboat Ski Area on Mt. Werner, where there are multiple shops as well as dining and nightlife. The area also includes many hotels, condominiums and rental homes. The area is relatively easy to navigate on foot, but driving can be more difficult.
The other major area is downtown, around 4 miles from the Ski Area. Downtown Steamboat is located along Lincoln Avenue (US 40) and stretches 8-10 blocks between Third Street and Eleventh Street. This is the historic area of town. Shopping, dining and nightlife are here as well. Most of Steamboat's better restaurants are located downtown, and the area is much easier to navigate in a car than the mountain area. Parking on Lincoln Avenue is limited, but there are several parking lots on the numbered side streets.
West Steamboat is west of downtown and houses more locally-oriented businesses (like hardware stores, mechanics, and specialty shops).
Steamboat is long known for its legendary Champagne Powder snow, western heritage, and Olympic Tradition which gives Steamboat the name of Ski Town USA. Steamboat is also known for its reputation as a breeding ground for US Winter Olympic Athletes, who often participate in the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club that practices and trains athletes on Howelsen Hill. Howelsen Hill is Steamboat's second, smaller ski area, and is located near the downtown area. Howelsen Hill is the oldest continuous operating ski area in Colorado. Tickets here are much cheaper than at the Steamboat Ski Area, but terrain is also much smaller and includes one lift that operates on weekends, a pomma, a halfpipe, and several runs.
Notable Steamboat sites:
Fish Creek Falls Waterfall located in the town of Steamboat Springs. These falls are also pictured on the label of Coors Beer.
Routt National Forest
Flat Top Mountains
Continental Divide Trail
Steamboat Lake State Park
Stagecoach State Park
Strawberry Park Hot Springs Natural hot springs just outside of Steamboat.
Yampa River Core Trail A beautiful paved trail that follows the Yampa River through downtown Steamboat Springs.
Howelsen Hill The oldest continuous operating ski area in Colorado.
( Steamboat Springs - USA ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Steamboat Springs . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Steamboat Springs - USA
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Chimney Rock's Future
A new visitors center, more trails and more opportunities for research are part of a new management plan recently approved by the San Juan National Forest for the Chimney Rock National Monument.