November 2017. I look out from our Minneapolis Mill District apartment. Ahead, I see St. Anthony Falls, the only significant waterfall on the Mississippi. A hydroelectric plant, established in 1882, still generates enough power for thousands of homes. Minneapolis grew up around these falls. Across the river I pick out the Pillsbury “A” Mill. Completed…… Continue reading A Sporting House
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A Sporting House
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A Favorite View, Restored
A sensitively replaced historic bridge returned a favorite bike route and view.
Downtown Capped With Mist
Walked across the Mississippi towards buildings capped with mist.
Four Kyushu OLLE Hikes
It can be a challenge getting to a hiking trailhead. Public transport may be spotty or non-existent, and once you’re in the locale, trailheads have a bad habit of hiding in plain sight. Once I’ve found the trailhead, I can usually muddle my way along the trail with the assistance of GPS, map, signage, and…… Continue reading Four Kyushu OLLE Hikes
Four Kyushu OLLE Hikes
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A Short Warm-Up
With temperatures soaring into the 40’s it was time for a bike ride. The Grain Belt Beer sign was erected in 1941.
300 Brain Diseases
When I explore our new neighborhood I keep finding new stuff. Today I spotted these paver bricks in a courtyard at the headquarters of the American Academy of Neurology. Bricks name about 300 brain diseases.
Planning a Hadrian’s Wall Hike
Planned a coast-to-coast hike across a narrow part of England, following Hadrian’s Wall.
Rich Harvest
Walked over to Mill City Farmers Market to stock up on local veggies, pasta, cheese, and bread.