Author: DL Barrett
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Haun’s Mill, Missouri
In the fall of 1838 about 75 families, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, lived in the small settlement of Haun’s Mill in northwestern Missouri. Like many of the other places members of the Church of Jesus Christ tried to live, misunderstanding and distrust greeted them.
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Nauvoo Temple
Nauvoo Temple History The Nauvoo Temple was the second temple built by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Its cornerstones, laid on April 6, 1841, would await the temple’s completion for many years. In fact, from accounts it would seem that the first construction of this temple was never totally completed. Although In…
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The San Rafael Swell
Outside of the amazing geologic features there is something about ancient peoples, RD Swasey’s cowboys, and a couple dinosaur footprints that draws visitors to the San Rafael Swell. We’re intrigued by past inhabitants and the way individuals interacted with the land.
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Mesa Verde National Park
President Theodore Roosevelt established Mesa Verde National Park to “preserve the works of man,” the first national park of its kind. The park occupies 52,485 acres near the Four Corners region of the American Southwest.
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Grand Teton National Park and Jackson, WY
Grand Teton National Park and Jackson, WY A great travel destination or possibly just a short stop on an epic road trip, Jackson, WY and the Grand Teton National Park are a must see. Located just south of Yellowstone National Park is the famous Teton Range. Grand Teton is the tallest mountain in the Teton…