A small two-story wooden building, a grassy meadow, a quiet park, a wooded valley between hills; these spots today are relatively unassuming and even banal at first appearance, but there was a time when these places in rural Kansas were the center of national attention. I visited several major sites…
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Names you know. Names you should know. They saved and told the stories of Kansas, America, and the world. Memories from traveling across American pioneer country by covered wagon and growing up on a farm near Independence in 1869-70 inspired Laura Ingalls Wilder to write her original novel. The…
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Recently, over the summer, I journeyed to Lehigh-Portland Trails – our newest state park. Located right by Iola, this park is a literal five-minute drive from my grandparents’ house. With it being so close to them I naturally am quite familiar with it and enjoy visiting whenever I get the…
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"Topography formed by glaciers, roads lined with limestone, and routes paved with vibrant stories define these bucket-list trips." 63 MILES TOWNS: LEAVENWORTH, ATCHISON, Highland, Troy, White Cloud "Rolling hills, rock-strewn valleys, and fertile farmland created by receding glaciers pair with a…
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PEDALING, PADDLING, AND PRAIRIE HIKES: THESE PARKS DELIVER OUTDOOR PERFECTION WITH A CAPITAL “P.” Photography by Dana Damewood Northeast Paddle And Roll A magnificent seven parks bustle with pedaling, paddling, and other popular pastimes. While many people know northeast Kansas for its urban…
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You’re Invited To A Land Of Free Spirits—Southeast Kansas, A Corner Of The State That’s Always Throwing Delightful Curves. Southeast Kansas is downright cool, and people are catching on. In 2022, The New York Times named Humboldt one of 52 Places for a Changed World, citing the work of A Bolder…
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The Real Story Behind 'The Chicken Sisters' It’s a story that dates back to 1934. It’s been featured…
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Studies continue to show that travelers are consciously selecting travel destinations based on sustainable tourism efforts. This is especially true amongst younger generations, who tend to prioritize travel around locations that are doing their part to create sustainable tourism opportunities. We’ve…
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The Martin + Osa Johnson Story - Chanute I find Martin & Osa Johnson to be among the most fascinating couples in Kansas’ history. Their love story was built for a big screen as these southeast Kansas sweethearts won the hearts of millions across the world with their pioneering spirit and exotic…
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Prepare to be wowed by the landscapes and legends of this region. The Flint Hills—the world’s largest remaining prairie ecosystem—and the Chautauqua Hills prove Kansas is far from pancake-flat. Former rail beds have been transformed into the Prairie Spirit and Southwind rail-trails for bikers and…
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