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Celebrate Lincoln’s legacy in Gettysburg
Visitors can retrace 16th President’s monumental 1863 visit It was less than five months after the American Civil War came north and devastated the small Pennsylvania town of Gettysburg. After three long days of fighting, more than 22,000 dead and … Continue reading
Posted in History, Museum, Pennsylvania
Tagged 1863, Abraham Lincoln, Cemetery, David Wills House, Gettysburg, Gettysburg Address, J. Seward Johnson Jr., National, Nov. 19, PA, railroad, soldiers, station, “Return Visit” Statue
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National Navy UDT-Seal Museum in FL
It was April 8, 2008-early in the morning-350 miles off the coast of Somalia when four Somali pirates hijack cargo ship MV Maersk Alabama. It’s the first time pirates have successfully seized a U.S. ship since the early 19th century. … Continue reading
Posted in Florida, History, Museum
Tagged AK-47, armed, Captain Phillips, captures, display, FL, Fort Pierce, hijack, hostage, knife, lifeboat, Mike Perry, MV Maersk Alabama, National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum, officers, permanent, pirates, SEAL, ship, shots, Somalia, U.S., U.S. Navy
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Smuggling Dolls in VA
Two 150-year-old dolls, Nina and Lucy Ann have been x-rayed in a bid to discover if they were used by Confederate soldiers to smuggle medical supplies past Union blockades during the U.S Civil War. It is thought the large dolls-had … Continue reading
Posted in History, Trivia, Virginia
Tagged Confederate, malaria-stricken, medical, morphine, quinine, smuggle, soldier, supplies, U.S Civil War, Union blockades, wounded
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FL Black Bear Scenic Byway
The Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway (State Road 40) connects historic Ormond Beach to the Ocala National Forest via some of Florida’s most pristine ecosystems. This includes Big Scrub, the world’s largest scrub forest. This route is an amazing flashback … Continue reading
Posted in Florida, Nature
Tagged Big Scrub, Black Bear, Byway, canopy road, ecosystem, Florida, forest, habitat, largest, Ocala National Forest, Ormond Beach, public land, Scenic, waterway
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Surf Chair in FL
FL’s Surf Chairis a favorite amongst beachgoers with special needs. These all-terrain, non-electric wheelchairs navigate safely and comfortably in surf and soft sand. Surf Chairs must be returned within the specified time and an able-bodied attendant must remain with the … Continue reading
Posted in Florida, Sports, Travel Accessories
Tagged all-terrain, comfortably, County, FL, Lifeguard, navigate, non-electric, safely, sand, special needs, station, Surf Chair, Volusia, water, wheelchair
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Okefenokee Swamp in GA
The Okefenokee Swamp (‘The Land of the Trembling Earth’) is one of Georgia’s most life-filled nature environments. Curled with creeks and tributaries of sepia-hued water, the swamp is home to both year-round and migratory birds. It is also filled with alligators, … Continue reading
Posted in Fun, Georgia, Museum, Nature
Tagged alligators, black bears, creek, enviroment, Fargo, Folkston, GA, migratory, Nature, Okefenokee Swamp, otters, sanctuaries, tributarie, Waycross, year-round
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Marine Science Center in FL
Take an environmental journey as you expand your knowledge of the area’s diverse wildlife. Learn about conservation efforts and witness the rehabilitation of live sea turtles and seabirds. Explore fascinating mangrove and whale exhibits and meet the residents of a … Continue reading
Posted in Florida, Museum, Nature
Tagged aquarium, conservation, environment, exhibit, FL, mangrove, Ponce Inlet, rehabilitation, sea turtle, seabird, whale, Wildlife
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Kingsland GA lodging discounts
For under $100 you can sleep and have breakfast in one of the great hotels located in Kingsland. After having a comfortable and relaxing night, you can take a refreshing walk to a restaurant from your hotel. On top of having … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Georgia, Hotel/Motel, Restaurant
Tagged affordable, breakfast, GA, gas, Kingsland, prices, Restaurant, sleep
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Muscadine in GA
Georgia tops the list as the largest producer of muscadines nationwide. The name ‘muscadine’ comes from the word ‘musk’ because they are extremely aromatic. Suited to warm, humid weather, this sweet resilent grape grows well. Some vineyards don’t even fertilize … Continue reading Continue reading
Carlyle House in Alexandria VA
The Carlyle House explore the life and times of pre-Revolutionary Alexandria through special events, exhibits and lectures. It was completed in 1753 by British merchant John Carlyle for his bride, Sarah Fairfax of Belvoir, member of one of the most prestigious families … Continue reading
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Tagged 18th-century, Alexandria, British General Braddock, Carlyle House, coffin, era, exhibit, French and Indian War, funeral procession, grave, Halloween, headquarter, John Carlyle, lecture, mourning practice, pre-Revolutionary, Sarah Fairfax of Belvoir, special event, VA
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