WHAT'S DOWN with the BREHMS?? 18 SEPT. 011

SALUTATIONS & FELICITATIONS from ARKANSAS (again)

Well, here we are in Arkansas again, this time headed west. This has almost been a blessing. It has rained since we arrived from Memphis last Thursday. We had a wonderful time seeing the sights and enjoying the sounds ,and tastes of Nashville and Memphis with sister Mary Ann and her hubby, Juergen. We are once again camped in Ozark, AR. on the river, at the locks & dam. So peaceful and beautiful.

"OLE MAN RIBBAH BARGE PUSHER

The river is maybe a quarter of a mile wide where we are camped. Right on the dam and locks. The barge pictured here, is headed north and was just raised by the locks to the lake level. Being pushed by the boat, are 12 huge barges loaded with ???

SOUTHBOUND CHOO CHOO

Just below the train here, are the locks gates that the riverboats go through to go up or down river. The train tracks go right along the side of the lock slots.

WE ARE HERE!!

This is a map of the Arkansas River lock and dam system. Each of these spots, is an Army Corps of Engineers campground. We are at the OZARK park, and it is georgeous, and inexpensive. $10 per night with 50 amp power, good clean water, paved parking, pic-nik table with cover and each has it's own fire pit and grill. Recommended by the Brehms.... .