Kohler factory tour

We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 hour tour at the Kohler Factory. Cameras were not allowed on the tour, but we highly recommend this if you're ever in the area!! The family history starts in about 1860 and it's now the leading manufacturer of its kind.

Milwaukee, WI

We stayed 2 nights in Jefferson, but didn't do much of anything while trying to keep cool and dry. The weather was nasty...but a breather was welcome. The Miller Brewery tour was "blah", the beer was good. The bike was the best part. Judy even drank 3 beers!!! (It was hot and I was dry!)

The Harley Davidson Museum was neat. The early 1906 to the latest and everything in between. Even the "gaudiest" was on display. (Now that I'm so thoroughly informed about beer and motorcycles, I don't have a clue what to do with all this knowledge!!}

Madison, WI

We arrived in Wisconsin on July 23rd. Had quite a challenge finding a campsite (Very scarce in these parts), but settled in after HOURS of driving. While here we found a Costco!!! After weeks and serious withdrawal, we had a frozen yogurt. YUM!!!!

This was our first tour here and really enjoyed it. Little Norway was settled early...over 150 years ago. The way they lived and farmed was VERY different but interesting!!

Davenport, IA

As of July 19th we are spending 4 days with family, here in Davonport. This is the park we were camped in last year, and it is a beautiful facility!!

Davenport Iowa

This is Wil's grandchildren and their families. Pictured L to R: Laurel (granddaughter) & Doug (newlyweds), Kevin (grandson), Michael (grandson) & Jen, with great grandchildren (Liam and Delilah), and finally...WIL.

Our newest great grandchild, Delilah, with mom, Jen. Beautiful!!!

Waterloo Iowa

Sorry, but no pictures. We visited the John Deere factory for the best tour of manufacturing we have ever seen. The tour lasted about 2 hours and we saw the most modern automation for factory assembly by robotics. It was fascinating to watch something being built without people. WOW! We stayed in Evansdale, (which is next to Waterloo) and sadly we were there when two little girls disappeared. It's hard to understand why something like this could happen. Haven't heard if they have been found.

Pioneer Village, Minden, NE

Pioneer Village (Nebraska"s #1 attraction) consists of 28 buildings on 20 acres full of early American farming and transportation antiques, plus much more! It took us 2 days wandering around and still didn't see it all. This "wagon" was one of many in the main building. We thought it was special by the unique designs.

This car was only one of over 300 on display. (Truly a man's paradise!)

Judy wanted to ride the world's oldest carousel, which was powered by steam!

North Platte Nebraska

The Golden Spike Observation Tower gives you a panoramic view of the world's largest train yard. 10,000 cars are handled each day on 28,050 acres of land streching 8 miles.

Wil stands by the largest locomotive (coal powered)in the world. A sight to behold!!

We visited Buffalo Bill Cody's ranch. Judy stands beside the portrait of Cody and his horse "Tucker". He owned a 4000 acre spread here in North Platte.

Tooele UT

Breakfast with family; Left to right: Judy, Wil, Becky, Dan, Lydia, Sandy. A great visit!!

Sandy and Lydia's basement is decorated with relics from countless sources. Truly a museum-type game room, full of pricey antiques! A FUN place!!

Kennecott Copper Mine

This pit is the largest in the world, one mile deep, two and three quarter mile wide at the top. It has yielded 19 million ton of copper beginning 1903 to present. It can be seen from outer space.

Wil's grandaughter Becky, Wil and Becky's husband Dan at overlook.

Las Vegas

As planned, we spent the "Fourth of July" in Vegas. Mother Nature was extremely good to us considering what we expected weather-wise. We had overcast, winds, and a little sprinkle in the afternoon. A very pleasant day, and dinner at Arizona Charlie's (the photo).

After dinner we went to the top floor of their parking garage, where we enjoyed a 360 degree view with fireworks going off all around us. What a memorable experience!