I am learning about Texas day by day and one thing that I have noticed is that there does not seem to be clear lines where industry ends and where living begins. I am not sure if this is due to a lack of zoning, but here in Austin,there seems to be no problem with homes situated right next to heavy truck repair shops. I find this especially interesting because I think it is allowing a more natural evolution of the city as new ventures take risks and try out businesses in all types of …
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Babb, Montana – A View of the Local Life Outside of Glacier National Park
Babb, Montana - A Motel, Diner and a General Store We spent most of our time inside Glacier National Park (GNP), and barely explored anywhere outside the park. Indeed, it was with regret that we ran out of time to visit the town of Whitefish. No doubt, Whitefish was the place to get souvenirs and a nice meal at the very least. With some time to spare before we had to leave, we decided we needed a diner experience. We found ourselves in Babb, right outside Many Glacier, a tiny town with barely a …
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Siyeh Pass Trail – Big Sky Country Hike in Glacier National Park
Hike #2: Siyeh Pass Trail Glacier National Park Montana Siyeh Pass trail is a stretch goal for us. This could be a one way trail, starting at Siyeh Bend and ending at Sunrift Gorge, but we made it a round trip hike, turning back somewhere near the highest point. Trail started off easily enough with a gentle hike through the evergreen forest. It was a little unnerving to hike where grizzlies roamed, so we tried to make as much noise as we could. This trail also appeared to attract a more …
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Going to the Sun Road GNP – All of the Views, None of the Sweat
Amazing Auto Tour Glacier NPS - Going to the Sun Road Going to the Sun road is easily the most scenic drive in the country. Starting from the West Glacier entrance, the road follows Lake McDonald’s length, affording views of the biggest lake in GNP and the mountains surrounding it. After Lake McDonald, the road follows a river upstream, where the water is so clean and pure that it sparkles a cool turquoise hue. Trees and mountains surround us on both sides, while far ahead snow capped mountains …
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