Celebrate the road less traveled, (Highway 281) small towns in rural USA appreciate the economic boost we travelers bring to their area. More often than not you will be doing business with the owner rather than a corporation. It could be Mom, Pop or one of the kids working the store. Have you noticed that people in small towns seem friendlier. You don't have to travel far, or break the bank to have an awesome adventure!
We urge you, the family, friends and neighbors to get up and go explore rural America, the people, the places, the history and the many different cultural activities and recreational opportunities this great land has to offer. Anyone that appreciates Americana and the foundations of free enterprise should consider spending their tourist dollars where it benefits other Americans.
Have you heard about "Locavore's"? Is that a word? They seek out dining and shopping destinations based on the offerings of locally grown or produced fare. Central to this trend is the convergence of land, food, taste and experience. I am one and didn't know it.Take a Sunday drive or a road trip on Hwy 281, an excursion, a day trip, a getaway weekend, a holiday vacation or an extended stay. Its as much about the journey as it is the destination, what's over the hill or around the corner. Go looking for signs of a previous time, where and when stores were locally owned and operated, family farms were the norm, the food at the cafe was homegrown.
Here is a partial list of things we can do by way of US Hwy 281: We can travel into two foreign countries by car rather than dealing with the hassles of an airport. Enjoy outdoor recreational opportunities year round at; city, state and national parks from Canada to the Republic of Mexico. Explore scenic byways of natural beauty, go antiquing, tour a vineyard, have a romantic retreat.
Modern day road tripping is a fast growing hobby, groups dedicated to the art of travel on wheels, (caravanning in multi-vehicle road trips). Geocaching is gaining in popularity and perfectly suited for roadway fun. (A treasure hunting game where you use a GPS to hide and seek containers with other participants in the activity).
Every place has a story, an interesting structure, a regional uniqueness or a colorful character in the area. You are invited out of the house, out of those urban areas, away from the hustle and bustle, breath fresh air, enjoy the open road ahead of you. A relaxing alternative to the congested interstate.
US Highway 281 runs through the Heartland of America, two wheels, four or more, get out and go, go, go. Tip to toe this is a slice of Americana on a ribbon of Highway. A thread in the fabric of this great Nation of ours. ~"GBA & 281". From the Gulf of Mexico to the Canadian border 1,872 miles. North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, a fun run on two, four or more wheels, giddy-up go.
Cruisine the open road. Happy motoring, safe travels and ya'll comeback...
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