I could see why those who traveled the trail found it bittersweet to say “farewell.”
Category Archives: History
Adventures with Grandpa: Oregon Trail’s Keeney Pass
A “Grandpa Road” in our family is one that will take you hours off the beaten-path.
Adventures with Grandpa: Three Island Crossing
The emigrants who traveled the Oregon Trail should never be forgotten. They are great examples of not giving up on their journey despite trying circumstances
Adventures with Grandpa: City of Rocks
I did not know how far the drop off was into the gulley and I was heading straight for it. I clawed my fingers into the rock to find anything to stop my fall.
Adventures with Grandpa: Lost Creek Reservoir
Our latest adventure with Grandpa (and Grandma this time) took us to Morgan County, Utah. We headed east through Weber Canyon and then took the old highway through Mountain Green. I wanted to find a canyon named after my fourth great granduncle, Roswell Stevens, Jr. Roswell Stevens lived in the Peterson area in the 1850s.Continue reading “Adventures with Grandpa: Lost Creek Reservoir”
Adventures with Grandpa: Indian Trail
I love that my kids get to hear these stories and spend time on these adventures with their grandfather. They will always remember these times and that is what is most important.
Adventures with Grandpa: Lakeside, Utah
My kids know when we go with Grandpa on an adventure, we will not stay on any regular roads and more than likely there will be something historical to learn along the way. We couldn’t ask for a better Adventure Leader and the memories we are making will last forever.