Monthly Archives: October 2012

And Carry a Big Batch of Candles!

Posted on October 28, 2012 by greatplainstrail

Yesterday was the birthday of Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States.  He was born on October 27th, 1858 in New York City.  Theodore (known as Teddy) is perhaps the most ardent supporter of protecting lands who has … Continue reading →

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The Long Trail

Posted on October 20, 2012 by greatplainstrail

It came to my attention recently, never mind how, that the oldest long distance trail in the United States is not the Appalachian Trail (although the AT still has the honor of being the oldest National Scenic Trail) but the Long … Continue reading →

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Prairie Spring – Pete Dunne

Posted on October 13, 2012 by greatplainstrail

Continuing with my recent theme of good books about the Great Plains, I would like to share a bit from a little gem I recently came across called Prairie Spring by Pete Dunne.  Mr. Dunne is Vice President of the … Continue reading →

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Large to a Degree We Cannot Comprehend

Posted on October 6, 2012 by greatplainstrail

There is an excellent book about the grasslands in North America, focusing largely on the Great Plains.  It’s called Grassland – The History, Biology, Politics, and Promise of the American Prairie by Richard Manning.  That’s a lot of heady topics to cover, … Continue reading →

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