Roadside Wonders

General John F. Reynolds Statue (McPherson’s Ridge) Route 30 Gettysburg National Historic Site submitted by wendyvee wendyvee says: Living within an hour of Gettysburg, and having a father who was a Civil War buff, I’ve been to the Gettysburg Battlefield many times. Of the multitude of statues and memorial markers (which number in the thousands), General Reynolds’ equestrian statue has...

Floating Bridge Brookfield, Vermont submitted by “Scubapiggy” (Helen) Helen says: Well, here is one I found on my summer trip – it’s a ‘floating bridge’. Apparently it is closed to vehicle traffic in the winter, but open in the summer … and open to foot traffic all year long.  I wouldn’t cross this one on a bet!  wendyvee says: You have to love a pontoon bridge! This...

Good News! Mr. Ed made good on his promise to rebuild! The museum re-opened on February 5, 2011 Sadly, Mr. Gotwalt’s museum was destroyed by fire on July 5, 2010. My heart aches for all of the memorabilia that can never be replaced. Mr. Ed has indicated to local press that he intends to rebuild. I will post updates as I receive them. Mr. Ed’s Elephant Museum 6019 Chambersburg Road Route 30 Orrtanna,...

Huge Whale Tails “Reverence” sculpture Burlington, Vermont submitted by “Scubapiggy” (Helen) Helen says: These large whale tails just seemingly sprout up out of the earth on the side of the highway – I almost blew right past them!  They are just south of Burlington, Vermont. wendyvee says: I’ve been to Burlington several times and I still haven’t seen them in person! The...