Summer 2020
As I write this, it is a beautiful day. We have a lot of those in Missouri, regardless of the season, however, this day is a challenge for the writer of a travel column in a travel magazine. Because of the restrictions put in place to keep us all safe during the COVID-19 Virus, we have not been able to get out and travel nearly as much as usual.
I hope that by the time the print issue of Show-Me Missouri reaches your mailbox most of the restrictions will have been lifted. I hope I am not destroying any illusions, but these articles are not written the same day that you get the magazine in the mail. My editor, Gary Figgins, gives me more time to send my column to him than I used to give him to submit his math homework in high school, so I am grateful.
Our governor has announced that the restrictions in Missouri will begin to be lifted, though “social distancing” will remain a fact of life for some time. Since my focus is always on travel through our computer screens, this is perfect for me. As always, you can type in the URLs in this column or click on the links in the column.
I have been obeying the social distancing commands and staying in the house. I belong to a number of organizations that have not been meeting. I’ll reference my personal web page at JYMiller.net to let you see what I’ve been missing.
During the summer, you may be looking for activities for your children that are both fun and educational. Children’s author Deborah Zemke presented a workshop at the Lewis Library of Glasgow and provided a link for anyone to use for children’s activities. Her activity page can be found at DeborahZemke.com/deborahzemke/fun-stuff.html. You can also find the link at LewisLibrary.org.
Some summer day trips to take in Missouri can be found at OnlyInYourState.com/missouri/10-amazing-summer-day-trips-mo/.
Missouri has many beautiful state parks that offer opportunities for hiking, fishing, camping and much more. As I write this many of them are closed, however, they are expected to be open—at least for some activities—before the summer is over. Check before visiting to see the current status. Up-to-date information can be found at MoStateParks.com/temporary-closures.
A great place to visit IRL or through your computer is Rocheport (VisitMo.com/trip-ideas/a-weekend-in-rocheport). Southern Living named Rocheport as “..one of the best tiny towns” in America. Rocheport (Rocheport-mo.com) has a population of about 200 friendly folks. It is west of Columbia just off of I-70.
The town has five bed & breakfasts, a number of shops, access to the Katy Trail and it is home to the Les Bourgeois Vineyards (Missouriwine.com/visit-us).
If you are as old as I am, you might remember Pete’s Cafe, images of which are located at Flickr.com/photos/ guyclinch/12919081944. Pete’s was famous for two things: a full size painting of The Last Supper inside and promotional signs along highways all over the country. Les Bourgeois’s tasting room is in the same building as the old cafe and includes one of those signs on the wall, as well as one of Pete’s menus. The food was good, too. My college fraternity used to have a steak supper there from time to time. Some 30 years later, my son’s law school classmates were regular patrons of the A-frame at Les Bourgeois Vineyards. Today you can sip on Riverboat Red while enjoying a view of the river below.
We may cross paths on the information highway or IRL. If you should spot me enjoying a glass of wine in Rocheport or visiting our Glasgow Library, be sure to say hello.
Just wave; we won’t shake hands.
I hope that by the time the print issue of Show-Me Missouri reaches your mailbox most of the restrictions will have been lifted. I hope I am not destroying any illusions, but these articles are not written the same day that you get the magazine in the mail. My editor, Gary Figgins, gives me more time to send my column to him than I used to give him to submit his math homework in high school, so I am grateful.
Our governor has announced that the restrictions in Missouri will begin to be lifted, though “social distancing” will remain a fact of life for some time. Since my focus is always on travel through our computer screens, this is perfect for me. As always, you can type in the URLs in this column or click on the links in the column.
I have been obeying the social distancing commands and staying in the house. I belong to a number of organizations that have not been meeting. I’ll reference my personal web page at JYMiller.net to let you see what I’ve been missing.
During the summer, you may be looking for activities for your children that are both fun and educational. Children’s author Deborah Zemke presented a workshop at the Lewis Library of Glasgow and provided a link for anyone to use for children’s activities. Her activity page can be found at DeborahZemke.com/deborahzemke/fun-stuff.html. You can also find the link at LewisLibrary.org.
Some summer day trips to take in Missouri can be found at OnlyInYourState.com/missouri/10-amazing-summer-day-trips-mo/.
Missouri has many beautiful state parks that offer opportunities for hiking, fishing, camping and much more. As I write this many of them are closed, however, they are expected to be open—at least for some activities—before the summer is over. Check before visiting to see the current status. Up-to-date information can be found at MoStateParks.com/temporary-closures.
A great place to visit IRL or through your computer is Rocheport (VisitMo.com/trip-ideas/a-weekend-in-rocheport). Southern Living named Rocheport as “..one of the best tiny towns” in America. Rocheport (Rocheport-mo.com) has a population of about 200 friendly folks. It is west of Columbia just off of I-70.
The town has five bed & breakfasts, a number of shops, access to the Katy Trail and it is home to the Les Bourgeois Vineyards (Missouriwine.com/visit-us).
If you are as old as I am, you might remember Pete’s Cafe, images of which are located at Flickr.com/photos/ guyclinch/12919081944. Pete’s was famous for two things: a full size painting of The Last Supper inside and promotional signs along highways all over the country. Les Bourgeois’s tasting room is in the same building as the old cafe and includes one of those signs on the wall, as well as one of Pete’s menus. The food was good, too. My college fraternity used to have a steak supper there from time to time. Some 30 years later, my son’s law school classmates were regular patrons of the A-frame at Les Bourgeois Vineyards. Today you can sip on Riverboat Red while enjoying a view of the river below.
We may cross paths on the information highway or IRL. If you should spot me enjoying a glass of wine in Rocheport or visiting our Glasgow Library, be sure to say hello.
Just wave; we won’t shake hands.