Creative Tourism

Originally a small trading post at the intersection of the old Chisholm Trail cattle road and the military passage between Fort Arbuckle and Fort Sill, Duncan has seen and participated in every phase of Oklahoma's exciting history. From the earliest explorers and Native American settlement, to the historic cattle drives, US Cavalry patrols, the lands runs, oil industry, and modern light industry, Duncan's rich heritage includes pages from some of the most exciting times in American history. Everything started with William Duncan, a Scotsman who brought his wife, parents, and other relatives to this area after learning that the Rock Island Railroad was extending its lines from Kansas to Texas. He built a store to serve the passengers that would be coming through, as did other settlers. By the time the first train arrived on June 27, 1892, Duncan (named after its founder) had become a new town on the western skirts of the growing nation. The early years were very difficult for the town and its inhabitants. Despite a devastating tornado that nearly destroyed every store and building on Main Street and four fires in 1901 that also dealt a severe blow to the downtown area, the residents forged on, and Duncan continued to grow, with new businesses appearing weekly. A celebration called Founder's Day is still held every year during the last week in June to celebrate the town's birthday and the adventurous spirits of those who have made Duncan what it is today.

Why Washington County? Relax by a historic covered bridge (we've got more than 20). Catch minor league baseball. Hunt treasures (antiques, auctions and flea markets galore). Ride the rails (PA Trolley Museum). Step back in time (Meadowcroft). Retrace the Underground Railroad (LeMoyne House). Pedal the trails (miles and miles of traffic free recreation). Shop the farm stands and markets. Catch your breath. Take in the fresh country air and scenery. Now, how about a festival for every occasion?

We'll give you the scoop on Northern Wisconsin / Northwoods Wisconsin / Northwoods vacation, fall colors, travel, fishing, snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, lakes, forests, waterfalls, wildlife, wildflowers, birds, nature, camping, boating, shopping, antiques, resorts, restaurants, services, supplies, and more! Plus lots of great information and ideas that Home Schoolers can use for Vacations and field studies, museums, activities, etc. Click links above or button below to enter Northern Wisconsin....

Wisconsin Indian Head Country “smiles for miles and miles” and it has good reason. The twenty two county region of west central and northwestern Wisconsin has more than 2,500 lakes and 6,000 miles of rivers and streams. Attractions include many varied scenic areas, water resources for boating and fishing, numerous historic landmarks, the Mississippi River and Lake Superior. On the west, The Great River Road (Highway 35) skirts the Mississippi River where bold bluffs rise hundreds of feet and are intersected by beautiful fertile valleys. This is an area of spectacular beauty created by the high hills with many farms nestled between the hilltops. The state and county roads frequently proceed along the ridge tops offering striking views of the rich farmlands below. Further north is the lake country where a wide variety of fish can be caught. Panfish are abundant, walleye and northern inhabit most lakes, bass, both large and smallmouth, are hungry for the bait and record -sized muskie can be captured by the more patient and tenacious angler. In many of the smaller streams, brown, brook and rainbow trout await battle with anglers; and at the top of the region, Lake Superior offers fishing for lake trout, coho and chinook salmon. The sites along Lake Superior vary from the solitude of the Apostle Islands to Superior, an international seaport. The rugged Apostle Islands, scattered off the Bayfield peninsula, are a protected National Lakeshore. On the largest island, Madeline, there is a state historical museum and Big Bay State Park. You can take a ferry boat to Madeline or an excursion cruise among the outer islands. The St. Lawrence Seaway makes Superior an international port of call. A sight-seeing tour of the Superior harbor is a must; you can see the world’s largest grain elevators, ore and coal docks, and watch giant lake freighters and foreign ships loading and discharging cargo. The St. Croix River forms much of the northwestern boundary of the region. Now a National Scenic Riverway, it cuts through Interstate State Park which shares land on the Wisconsin and Minnesota sides of the river near St. Croix Falls.

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Nestled into the gently rolling hills of southeastern Wisconsin, Watertown has long been known as a great place to live and do business. With Spring in the air, Watertown livens up and takes off. Now's the time to plan for days that are sure to give you unforgettable memories. Be exhilarated during our string of Spring events. Enter the heart of Watertown and discover the magnificent Rock River, our 275 acres of parks, hundred-plus restaurants and pubs, as well as our numerous antique and artisan shops.