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About The Hermes

We are starting our adventure and dream of the past 35 years. We'll keep you updated as to where we are, what we are doing and the places we have visited. We hope you enjoy the site.

Breaking News from the Bridge of the Touch of Class

Posted on October 26, 2015 by The Hermes

So, how many of you figured out what happened to the crew of the Touch of Class?  We have had an interesting and crazy month.  As you all know, we have been exploring the river systems from Minnesota down to … Continue reading →

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Story in Pictures

Posted on October 21, 2015 by The Hermes
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Chattanooga Choo Choo

Posted on September 28, 2015 by The Hermes

One of our last places to visit (although I think we might have to visit the International Towing Museum before we leave) was the Chattanooga Choo Choo which used to be a train station back in the day but is … Continue reading →

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Raccoon Mountain Caverns

Posted on September 26, 2015 by The Hermes

We went to see one of our few remaining points of interests, or “tourist traps”, as Gary calls them.  I was hopeful that this one would be really cool.  It had high marks on TripAdvisor.  So we made the trek … Continue reading →

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Dad to the Rescue

Posted on September 24, 2015 by The Hermes

Smokie has a favorite cat toy  It’s the one on the right.  No….not the remote!  The little beat up leopard looking ball.  He loves that ball.  When ever we travel I make sure it stays on the boat so he … Continue reading →

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20150917 Fuel Run

Posted on September 22, 2015 by The Hermes

We heard from one of our friends on the dock that a marina close by had diesel fuel for $2.02 a gallon.  We couldn’t pass up a deal like that,  so we tossed the lines and headed out  This also gave us … Continue reading →

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3rd Attraction – Rock City

Posted on September 20, 2015 by The Hermes

Now the third place we went check out was called Rock City.  It was made up of various rock formations with a gardens here and there around the paths.  All the trees and plants were labeled so you’d know what … Continue reading →

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2nd Attraction – So So

Posted on September 18, 2015 by The Hermes

The next place was called Ruby Falls.  This place we judged as just being OK.  You have to remember that we have had some experience spelunking, or caving, when we were much younger.  We actually spent a weekend in a … Continue reading →

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Three Attractions – Least Favorite

Posted on September 16, 2015 by The Hermes

We have a few more things we want to see here in Chattanooga.  Today looks like it will be a little cooler, only 80°, and it is a Monday, so we figure the kids are back in school.  I signed … Continue reading →

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Back to the Boat

Posted on September 12, 2015 by The Hermes

After a few final doctor visits we were ready to head back to the boat.  This has been the longest time we have been away from the boat.  Gary is hoping he won’t have to break out his machete to … Continue reading →

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