I spent a great 1/2 day + at my first stop, the visitor center at Nebraska City. I was able to find just the right mixture of indoor museum pieces and outdoor trail hiking to make a really refreshing, informative start for the day. Three levels of exhibits included some sophisticated displays of “fishing techniques” and first edition stamps and some hands-on displays for elementary students. Of course the displays of bears and other critters was the best I have seen so far on this trip. My next stop was to see the confluence of the Missouri River and the Platte River. I was disappointed that I never did get to see the actual confluence of the two rivers. I drove several miles on paths that used to be gravel and followed hand-made signs and eventually made it to the banks of the Platte River, but I could not get to the Missouri River. It appeared to me that some recent flooding may have destroyed the path/roadway to the actual confluence. Daily data: beginning odometer was 26,929 miles Ending odometer at Omaha Comfort Inn is 27,035 miles Loding for the night is $82.88 There was one bridge toll of $1.25. No fuel purchased today. + April 06,...
This is a beautiful, very well maintained, multifaceted facility that is a “must see” for Lewis and Clark buffs. Perfectly situated high above the Missouri River at Nebraska City, Nebraska, this facility has been able to combine many aspects of the Corps of Discovery. I think it is appropriate for the casual visitor that knows little or nothing about the great adventure, and it is appropriate for the well prepared student of Lewis and Clark. Each extreme will be able to absorb something of significance from this facility and its intriguing grounds. I had a short visit here on one evening just before they were closing for the day and an extended visit the next day. In both instances, the staff at the facility were more than cordial, very enthusiastic and knowledgable, and eager to ensure that my visit was a rewarding one. They were rightfully proud of their facility and they were determined to show it at its best. You might want to check out their web site too. CLICK HERE [alpine-phototile-for-picasa-and-google-plus src=”user_album” uid=”117292386093793315084″ ualb=”5863884262482926705″ imgl=”fancybox” dltext=”Picasa” style=”floor” row=”4″ num=”80″ size=”220″ border=”1″ highlight=”1″ align=”center”...
A visitors center aimed at drawing attention to all of the historic trails. Displays feature mock-up scenes from the Sante Fe Trail, the Oregon Trail, the Mormon Trail, the Lewis and Clark Trail, etc. To quote from one of the displays “The trails are about people… the pioneers who crossed the trails, the reasons for their crossings and the people who aided, or impeded their journeys.” N41.22788 W95.90059 Elevation 980 feet [alpine-phototile-for-picasa-and-google-plus src=”user_album” uid=”117292386093793315084″ ualb=”5863890906757454817″ imgl=”fancybox” dltext=”Picasa” style=”floor” row=”4″ num=”75″ size=”220″ border=”1″ highlight=”1″ align=”center”...
A beautiful, modern pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the Missouri River between Omaha, Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa. Pedestrian pathways and this bridge really accent the downtown riverfront of Omaha. On this Saturday afternoon, there was more bicycle and pedestrian traffic downtown than vehicle traffic. I planned to visit the Lewis and Clark display in the visitor’s center of the National Park Service regional office, which is located in the middle of the bustling downtown area; but THEY ARE CLOSED ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY! Does that make any sense to you ? This visitor center sits at the West end of the pedestrian bridge and there were hundreds of people walking past the front doors of the building. We sure wouldn’t want any of them to wander in on the weekend. ‘Nuff said. [alpine-phototile-for-picasa-and-google-plus src=”user_album” uid=”117292386093793315084″ ualb=”5863892328176400401″ imgl=”fancybox” dltext=”Picasa” style=”floor” row=”4″ num=”75″ size=”220″ border=”1″ highlight=”1″ align=”center”...
