Category Archives: Iowa

Tourism on I-80 (such as it is)

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Roger

On my way back from Illinois, I made two stops. I’ve driven past Iowa 80 many times and figured I’d stop sometime. On Friday, my tire pressure light was on, giving me the excuse I needed. (The light meant nothing … Continue reading →

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Around Dubuque

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Roger

After getting kicked off the William M. Black, we walked the length of the not-very-long River Walk, dodging wedding parties and enjoying the pleasant weather. My wife found a quiet place to relax while I walked across a parking lot, … Continue reading →

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William M. Black

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Roger

The William M. Black Steam-Powered Dredge Boat is docked in Ice Harbor and is part of the museum. I’d made a quick visit earlier in the day with the chair while my wife walked through a part of the museum … Continue reading →

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Spirit of Dubuque

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Roger

For lunch we skipped the museum snack shop and walked to the nearby Ice Harbor Restaurant because IT WAS ON A BOAT! This turned out to sound a great deal more exciting than it was. The dining room was tiny … Continue reading →

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