Sport Archives - MORE THAN ROUTE 66

Kentucky Derby – A Brief History

May 1, 2021

The Kentucky Derby is a horse racing tradition that dates as far back as 1783, marking the beginning of a long racing tradition with…

Indy 500 – Tradition, Crowds And Buttermilk

April 21, 2021

Dubbed the ‘Greatest Spectacle in Racing’, one of the largest motor speedway gatherings in the world takes place each Memorial Day (May). The Indianapolis…

A Foggy Bottom Canoe & Kayak Adventure on the Harpeth River

June 9, 2014

A lot can be said for a name, whether it’s the title for the latest work of fiction or a Hollywood blockbuster. Sometimes we’re…

Beautiful Wausau, Wisconsin – Skiing, Arts & History

July 25, 2013

Wausau is the regional hub of central and north central Wisconsin. In addition to its fantastic canoeing and kayaking areas, this charming city has…

Canoe and Kayak – Wausau, Wisconsin

July 12, 2013

This July the American Canoe Association is once again holding its National and North American Open Canoe Championships in the lovely and always welcoming…

Ship Wrecks of the Great Lakes

May 19, 2013

Today’s guest post is from Rutger Thole at Book Your Dive. If you love scuba diving and enjoy visiting intriguing wrecks around the world,…

5 Great American Baseball Parks

June 16, 2012

The LA Dodgers baseball team recently sold for $2.15 billion making it the most expensive acquisition in the history of professional sports. From the…