2021 T-Bone Trail · Southwest Iowa

Big Portions of Farm to Table w/ A Brand Spankin’ New Hotel: Adams County Rising in SW-Iowa

*I have made many trips to Adams County, and it was a pleasure to return for the inaugural T-Bone Trail in the middle of National Beef Month. Our trip was hosted by Adams County Economic Development. Some of the goods, services, and meals were complimentary and the views expressed are of our own. Let’s Gallivant… Continue reading Big Portions of Farm to Table w/ A Brand Spankin’ New Hotel: Adams County Rising in SW-Iowa

Family Adventures · Iowa Icons · Museums and History · Outdoors All Year · Roadside Iowa · Southwest Iowa

Johnny Carson & the BBQ Battle

Corning, IA: Adams County The birthplace of Johnny Carson is becoming a complete summer destination more and more every year. The ample amount of camping options, fishing opportunities, and scenic Iowa landscapes, and an incredible Main Street District. Why am I not talking about the BBQ yet? Let’s eat! I had the opportunity to be a… Continue reading Johnny Carson & the BBQ Battle

Museums and History · Outdoors All Year · Roadside Iowa · Southwest Iowa · West Central Iowa

I had no idea a coal miners reunion was on my bucket list. Check that one off!

Adams County and Cass County (Our 1st and 2nd counties!) It was time to get back to Adams County, IA and show the wife and kids where the Goodvin family started its empire. Like always, we started our trek from our home in Iowa City and took our time on the 3 hour ride to Lake Icaria where… Continue reading I had no idea a coal miners reunion was on my bucket list. Check that one off!