High Tide In Hastings

High Tide On The Mississippi River

Everything looks good on the Mississippi River, way up here in Minnesota. Our lock and damn system is working great to create the pools of water needed to keep the river from drying out. There aren't however, any lock and damns after Missouri.

New Balcony's, Old Advertisements

I always love photographing Ghost Ads, but this one is different from most of them. Unsure which business this used to be, but it appears to be an apartment building now since the balcony's are right iin the middle of the old advertisement that used to be here. 

Spiral Brewery On Tap

We love hanging out at Spiral Brewery in Hastings. Cozy atmosphere, local feel, great brews and they have a board where you can buy a beer for a friend. Their Townie is amazing and a local favorite. My personal favorite is LeDuc Red, which they have been out of for a while. Their seltzer's according to my wife are outstanding!

More Street Sign Stickers

There is so much space available for stickers on this one. 

Fall Colors On The Mississippi

Fall is here in the Twin Cities. Can you spot the difference from my last posted photo?

Smith Avenue Bridge

This is the Smith Avenue bridge, or National Bridge Number ID #62090, but us locals call it, and everyone knowns it as "The High Bridge". At a height of 160 feet, it is the tallest bridge in Minnesota. At 2760 feet in length, it connects St Paul's West Side neighborhood with the West End neighborhood.

Birch Tree Garden

 

The leaves are just starting to change colors here in Cottage Grove and all over the Twin Cities. 

Hallway Mural

I wish I had more info on this mural, that can be found in the hallway, on your way to the restroom at Barrel Theory Brewing. It is my favorite in this hallway, and there are a couple more that I will share in the coming days.