Monthly Archives: May 2009

Visit America's Largest Walled Fort Here in Ohio

In the Saturday, May 30 edition of the Plain Dealer my twice-monthly column is about the largest walled fort in America.  Here is an excerpt: During the War of 1812 it took General William Henry Harrison’s men just three months … Continue reading

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Visit America’s Largest Walled Fort Here in Ohio

In the Saturday, May 30 edition of the Plain Dealer my twice-monthly column is about the largest walled fort in America.  Here is an excerpt: During the War of 1812 it took General William Henry Harrison’s men just three months … Continue reading

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Hungry, Hungry Fish

Pymatuning Lake straddles the Ohio-Pennsylvania Border in Ashtabula County in northeast Ohio.  The name “Pymatuning” comes from early Native Americans who once inhabited the area.  It was a word used by the Indians that translated as “The crooked-mouthed man’s dwelling … Continue reading

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The Most Exciting Trip!

Whirlpool Jetboat smashing through rapids at Devil’s Hole, Niagara River Another view of Whirlpool Jetboat in Niagara River Probably the most asked question that I get is: “What was your most exciting One Tank Trip?”  I have had many exciting … Continue reading

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U.S.S. Cod Marks 50 Years On Cleveland Lakefront

The USS Cod is marking it’s 50th year as an icon on the Cleveland Lake Front.  The World War II submarine that saw much combat in the South Pacific is the only fully functional WWII submarine left.  It was decomissioned … Continue reading

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