Category Archives: USAmble

Day1 Fort Myers to Perry – May 11

Posted on May 14, 2008 by Nechochwin

Nothing exciting to report on Day1, other than the fact I am now living on the road.  In fact, the next several days there will be little to report.  Today was spent by finishing up the packing, loading the Durango, … Continue reading →

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Suwannee River State Park – Apr 23

Posted on April 26, 2008 by Nechochwin

‘Nuf sed!

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Colorado High – Apr 22

Posted on April 22, 2008 by Nechochwin

Colorado is as beautiful as everyone says it is.  Grand vistas, majestic mountains and clear mountain streams.  Keep in mind that I have not even expanded beyond 100 miles from Colorado City.  I can only imagine what the rest of … Continue reading →

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Rampart Range – Apr 21

Posted on April 21, 2008 by Nechochwin

Today we decided on easy hikes and a picnic.  Headed up to Rampart Range to hike down to the lake, however the temperature up on the mountain was about 40 degrees and there was a wicked breeze blowing that was … Continue reading →

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Waldo Canyon – Apr 20

Posted on April 20, 2008 by Nechochwin

Hiked Waldo Canyon today.  A 6-1/4 mile loop hike and a gain in elevation of about 2250 feet.  Topped out at 8,150 feet.  Can you say suck wind?!?  I managed a decent pace up and back, but Joe spent a … Continue reading →

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Seven Falls – Apr 19

Posted on April 20, 2008 by Nechochwin

Today went to Seven Falls with Joe, Amanda and the kids.  Seven Falls is a privately-owned park and has as its focal point, a beautiful cascade of ‘seven falls’.  There are two sets of platforms for viewing, one involving a … Continue reading →

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Mountains and Streams – Apr 18

Posted on April 20, 2008 by Nechochwin

Spent the day with my friend Amy.  She drove us up into the mountains and found several very scenic areas.  I also managed to find the trailhead for the Colorado Trail, and we walked a very short distance.   Very … Continue reading →

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Garden of the Gods – Apr 17

Posted on April 17, 2008 by Nechochwin

Today’s post will be mostly photos.  I am currently in Fountain, CO, just outside of Fort Carson, visiting cousin Joe and his family.  Enjoy!    Pike’s Peak (I love this picture!!!) & Insignificant Me!     Mule Deer & Papa … Continue reading →

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30 Years, 2 Months, 9 Days

Posted on April 16, 2008 by Nechochwin

30 years, 2 months and 9 days.  Starting with National Bank of Detroit, who then changed their name to NBD Bank.  After lots of mergers with smaller banks, we merged with First Chicago and became First Chicago NBD.  Then merged … Continue reading →

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Bluegrass, Baseball and the Circus – Apr 2-6

Posted on April 12, 2008 by Nechochwin

Left the Bike Trip and went directly to Perry Florida to stay at the trailer for a few days.  Discovered to my surprise when I checked in that there was a Bluegrass Festival in town scheduled to start Thursday. Spent the day … Continue reading →

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