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Dam! It's So Close To Las Vegas
Only 35 miles from The Strip, it takes less than one hour to drive there. Boulder Dam, as it was once known, is the result of a government work project that took five years to build, $49 million (1931), $777 million (2016) and twenty-one thousand men. Impressive in its stature, standing 726 feet tall and goes from 660 feet wide at the base to a mere 45 feet wide at the top. Holding back the huge volume of water stored in the reservoir weighs so much that it deformed the earth's crust, causing more than 600 small earthquakes in the late 1930s. The Lake was formed by damming the Colorado River at Black Canyon. The purpose of this is to provide 1.5 million kilowatts of electricity to the surrounding communities in Nevada, Arizona, and southern California.
By Jim DeLillo3 years ago in Wander
The Longest Walk in the World
Discovered in 2019, and still not conquered, the longest continuous walk in the world stretches for 22,387 km (13,911 miles) and begins in Cape Town, South Africa. Ending in Magadan, Russia, the route requires no flights and no boats, as any land masses that are separated by water are connected by bridges.
By Kassondra O'Hara3 years ago in Wander
How to Reno: The Air Races Guide
The Reno Air Races are a thrilling event that attracts pilots and spectators from all over the world. If you're thinking about competing in the races, there are a few things you need to know first. In this blog post, we'll give you a step-by-step guide on how to get started in the Reno Air Races.
By Jessica Zendejas3 years ago in Wander
The Kelpies and The Falkirk Wheel
The Kelpies The Kelpies A few years ago I was driving up the M9 towards Dollar in Scotland, it was dark and raining and suddenly I nearly crashed the car when I saw two huge hundred-foot-high horses' heads to my left-hand side. I had to pull over. I am not sure if I tried to take a photograph but I was dumbfounded.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Wander
Can a 60-year old hike the Patagonian W-Circuit?. Top Story - August 2022.
Can a 60-year old hike the Patagonian W-Circuit? The short answer is yes. I did it. Let me tell you though, it was challenging. This circuit trip was beautiful, remote, and as difficult as a thru-hike.
By Jim DeLillo3 years ago in Wander
