We headed out on I-94. East.
After a nice brekky at Jamestown we did a bit more east then turned off to find the tallest structure in the US. Actually it was just a television tower but it's height is only surpassed by towers in Dubai and Russia. It towers 2063 ft above the surrounding plains.
We did a bit more east and eventually got to a bridge over a small stream.
I had to educate Jack a little about US geography, then we found the headwaters of the Mississippi River. We went to where Lake Itasca overflowes into a small stream. Then a log bridge over the stream marks the first of many many bridges crossing what will be a mighty river. Our plan is to also cross the last river bridge when we pass through Louisiana.
Then it was a short run in to Bemidji where we took a motel again - to be sure not to get too chilly.
Here's the photos:
We suspect these marks in the concrete road help keep it quieter
Just a lonely wind tower - different from other places where there are dozens
Very faithful
Contrary to popular belief, the Mississippi begins by flowing north.
The first bridge - we're expecting the last one to be a bit larger.
jeeses we are haveing a great holiday at your expense larry.
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