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Tag: Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Byways

Coast through History: The 4 Byways of Eastern Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

By Cecilia Harris on Aug. 15, 2023

"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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Rocky Roads: The 4 Byways of Western Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

By Cecilia Harris on May. 27, 2023

Explore canyons, badlands, mesas, and buttes on this perspective-shifting tour through the wild Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø West. Land And Sky Scenic Byway 88 Miles Towns | St. Francis, Goodland, Sharon Springs Canyons blanketed with rare plant species contrast with the plains on this agriculture-theme byway…

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Nature’s Pathways: The 4 Byways of Central Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

By Cecilia Harris on Mar. 15, 2023

Post Rock Scenic Byway Wilson, Lucas 18 Miles Settlers on the treeless prairie built miles of fencing using limestone posts and left a legacy of creative artistry. The World’s Largest Czech Egg, measuring 20x15 feet and painted brightly in traditional Czech patterns, towers over smaller decorated…

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Chill along the Glacial Hills Scenic Byway

By Gary Thompson on Dec. 01, 2022

Horse around at the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum in Leavenworth by riding the ponies of a restored 1913 model made by Parker’s then-world-famous local company. Singer Melissa Etheridge, a Leavenworth native, donated a vintage band organ. The military town’s diverse culinary scene includes First Taste…

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10 Places for a Quick Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø Getaway

By Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø on Oct. 24, 2022

Ready to grab your kiddos and hit the road? Below is a list of 10 family-friendly Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø destinations: Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City Metro Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City Metro is a great spare-of-the-moment vacation. Throw some overnight bags in the car and enjoy a stay at Great Wolf Lodge, Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø City’s premiere indoor waterpark…

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Native Stone Scenic Byway - Taking the Long Way Home

By Emily Gatschet on Aug. 08, 2018

If you're like me, when driving you choose the route that will get you to your destination the fastest. It becomes a game between you and your GPS, almost as if the estimated time of arrival you're given is more of a number to beat, and every ETA minute shaved off is a sweet victory (don't tell the…

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The History Buff’s Guide to the Hills

By Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø on Aug. 01, 2018

Witness history and beauty as you roll through the landmarks and landscapes of the Flint Hills…

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10 Reasons to Fall in Love with Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

By Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø on Jan. 31, 2018

One must merely get out of the car to appreciate the treasure trove of possibilities Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø has to offer. Savor the unspoiled skyscapes, landscapes, and wide-open spaces of the Sunflower State, from the picturesque sunsets to the nation’s largest remaining stand of tallgrass prairie to wildlife…

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Is there really good mountain biking in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø?

By Michael Smart on Nov. 20, 2017

When you think of the State of Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, what picture comes to mind? Flat plains? Fields of agriculture and livestock? Yes, and no. In fact, the guys over at Cameron Mountain Bike Racing, as part of their 28,000 miles across the U.S. this past season, spent a little bit of time mountain biking in…

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