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Exploring Historic Brooklyn

By Brian Skewes / January 23, 2022 / Comments Off on Exploring Historic Brooklyn

Seconds to Go would like to thank guest author, Brian Skewes, for sharing his adventures in historic Brooklyn. Historic Brooklyn has a long – and sometimes strange – history. The borough started out as farmland and has come a long way since then. It is now a major center of fashion, art, commerce, and even … Read more

Ghost Towns in Central Oregon or Scam? Real Deal on Shaniko and Antelope

By Kathleen Hesketh / January 19, 2022 / 2 Comments

Shaniko and Antelope are 2 American towns often labelled as ghost towns in central Oregon, but are these communities really abandoned relics of the old west or is it all a scam? We set out expecting to find a hollow remnant of what once was while visiting Oregon. Instead, we found something else. Ghost Towns … Read more

Finding the Treacherous Route to Yaquina Falls

By Kathleen Hesketh / December 15, 2021 / 2 Comments

Down a sloping, winding, and seemingly abandoned logging road, a small trail appears covered in ferns. Down this “trail,” the adventure to Yaquina Falls really begins. The Pre-Adventure to Yaquina Falls The path to Yaquina Falls was not what I expected it to be, from start to finish. My first time visiting the falls was … Read more

Bonneville Dam Fish Hatchery, Can’t Miss Gem in the Columbia River Gorge

By Kathleen Hesketh / November 24, 2021 / 2 Comments

When visiting Oregon and the Columbia River Gorge, it is easy to spend all your time exploring the many waterfalls, like Multnomah Falls, but believe it or not, the Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery is a can’t miss quick trip you will not regret. The Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery is perfect for all ages, … Read more

How to Link Tickets to My Disney Experience: Step-by-Step Instructions

By Kathleen Hesketh / November 22, 2021 / Comments Off on How to Link Tickets to My Disney Experience: Step-by-Step Instructions

If you’re a savvy Disney World traveler, you saved yourself time and hassle by purchasing your Disney World theme park tickets through a travel agent and are now wondering how to link tickets to your My Disney Experience account. Luckily, this is one of the easier things to do in My Disney Experience, so we’ll … Read more

Launching a Balsa-Wood Glider when Visiting Astoria Column Oregon

By Kathleen Hesketh / September 17, 2021 / 1 Comment

The 125-foot Astoria Column Oregon is a waypoint along the Oregon coast, orienting visitors to the Columbia River navigation and providing scenic views of the surrounding area. Over time, it has become a tradition to launch a balsa wood glider from the top of the tower when visiting the northern Oregon coast. While launching your … Read more

New England Fall Activities, Planning Your Bucket List Destination

By Kathleen Hesketh / September 15, 2021 / 2 Comments

Last update: September 2024 Riotous color, historical surprises, dark night skies and some not-so-traditional sights and sounds of the season—New England fall activities are a delight that you’ll want to add to your travel bucket list. We’ve gathered the best activities across the region to get you on your way and help you enjoy the … Read more

A Former Stage Actor Builds Gillette Castle in Connecticut, Hides Its Secrets for Years

By Kathleen Hesketh / September 10, 2021 / Comments Off on A Former Stage Actor Builds Gillette Castle in Connecticut, Hides Its Secrets for Years

Traveling across New England, it isn’t uncommon to find historical residences, but Gillette Castle in Connecticut sets the stage, so to speak, for a unique experience and day trip. Entering the twilight years of his life, actor, playwright, director and innovator, William Gillette, built a stone house atop the Seven Sisters mountain range overlooking the … Read more

Fun Things to Do in New England: You Won’t Believe Your Eyes

By Kathleen Hesketh / August 25, 2021 / 5 Comments

With all the fun things to do in New England, it can be almost impossible to narrow down the options. This can make planning a New England trip feel daunting. New England is located in the Northeast of the United States and is comprised of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. New … Read more

Latourell Falls Hike, One of the Hottest Trails in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge

By Kathleen Hesketh / August 22, 2021 / Comments Off on Latourell Falls Hike, One of the Hottest Trails in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge

The Latourell Falls hike in Oregon is now open following a lengthy closure due to the Eagle Creek Fire in 2017. Easily accessible from the Historic Columbia River Highway, this loop hike can also be taken as an out and back adventure. No matter how you dish it up, you’ll cover two outstanding waterfalls and … Read more