Today I cycled to Sheridan Veterans Memorial beside the Mississippi River in Northeast Minneapolis. The monument reflects on the cost of war, expresses hope for peace, and is even-handed about the conquerors and vanquished. The push to build this memorial came from veterans. It was dedicated just two years ago, so it is not a strong part…… Continue reading Veterans Day 2015
Category: Americas
Nordeast History and Culture
Developed a map: history and culture of Nordeast Minneapolis.
Living History
Attended a lecture on Nordeast (Minneapolis) history in a Catholic church. Most attendees had lived the history.
Rain Mixed with Snow
Rain mixed with snow. Maybe today’s a good day to be driving home, rather than hiking.
Mist, Green
Our last day of hiking the Superior Trail… for this year. Today: mist, green (moss, lichen, cedar, pine), views.
Today’s Skies
Today’s morning, midday, evening skies.
Lunch at Alfred’s Pond
Today’s lunch spot, Alfred’s Pond, Superior Hiking Trail.
Superior Hiking Trail 2015
We’re almost through a week of exploring the Superior Hiking Trail. We visit this trail just about every year. One year we hiked from lodging to lodging, but usually we just do day hikes. The twist this year was to bring two cars. That way we could explore sections of the trail as a series…… Continue reading Superior Hiking Trail 2015
Superior Hiking Trail 2015
Posted Superior Hiking Trail 2015.
Rapids
We don’t hike the Superior Hiking Trail to stare at rapids and waterfalls, but they’re lovely nonetheless.