Day 2: Remington, IN to Crawfordsville, IN [59 miles]

On US 231 in front of Wolcott House, Wolcott, IN

This mansion was built by an early land baron by the name of Anson Wolcott. Small towns in the Midwest are full of contradictions. On the way into Wolcott I passed a sign noting that the first chapter of the Future Farmers of America was formed here. Twenty yards later, I passed another sign announcing that Wolcott was a "Meth Watch Community."

Near the intersection of US 231 and I-65, south of Wolcott, IN

I-65 passes through Nashville, and the northern end terminates near Chicago.

On US 231 in front of the National Swine Registry, West Lafayette, IN

In front of the Purdue Memorial Union, West Lafayette, IN

Those who know me now may be surprised to learn that I attended Math Camp at Purdue when I was in the eighth grade.

In front of the Ross-Ade Stadium, Home of the Boilermakers, West Lafayette, IN

Purdue won their season opener 42-10 against Northern Colorado the previous day.

Several years ago I took flying lessons, and one of my assignments was to fly solo from Palwaukee Airport outside Chicago to Purdue University Airport. I had problems finding the field and accidentally flew directly over the stadium... during the Oaken Bucket Game. I was so disoriented that I failed to see the other two planes over the stadium--even though they were towing banners--until they banked to get out of my way.

In the Grayhouse Coffee Shop, West Lafayette, IN

On US 231 north of Linden, IN

It's hard to describe the joy of seeing a water tower or grain elevator appear on the horizon after spending hours passing through corn and bean fields.

On US 231 in front of the Linden Railroad Museum, Linden, IN

I always feel bad passing a small-town museum without stopping, since someone clearly put great effort into its construction and maintenance. Fortunately it was Sunday, and the museum was closed.