Rachel, Nevada/Area 51 - Part I

We took a trip out to Rachel, Nevada along Hwy 93 and Nevada Highway 375 (the “Extraterrestrial Highway). Rachel is 151.4 miles north of Las Vegas Strip close to Nellis Air Force Range and Area 51.

At the junction of U.S. 93 and NV-318/NV-375, we stopped at an uncanny rest area with punchy character. E.T. Fresh Jerky “the best Alien jerky in Nevada” as they say. It seems like an endless range of jerky from Buffalo, Elk, Turkey, Venison, and Beef. We purchased few Alien jerky to help with their business.

Driving on NV-318, about 0.7mi on the corner of NV-318 and NV-375 we stopped to take photo of famous “Extraterrestrial Highway” sign.

Continue North on NV-375, we visited the Alien Research Center. Outside, a 35-foot-tall sheet metal alien sculpture named “Fred” invites curious travelers. 

It’s a gift shop that sells UFO, SciFi and other probing items. 

There is nothing around except a nearby ranch which is on a private property, viewable only from the highway; the rest is desert.

We’ll continue with part II, and tell you about Little Ale’Inn, Open Range, the Black Mailbox, etc. 

Thanks for reading and enjoy the photos. Blessings!

Today's Thought - Fear

 

Romans 8:15 – “For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, 

‘Abba! Father!’”

One of my favorite of all creatures is the Bengal tiger. For many years these big beautiful creatures have puzzled researchers. It seems that when tigers hunt they have a remarkable capacity for causing their prey to paralyze with fear, a capacity greater than any of the other big cats. As the tiger charges toward its helpless prey it lets out a spine chilling roar. Now you’d think this would be enough to cause the prey to turn and run for its life, but instead it often freezes and soon becomes tiger food.

A tiger's intimidating roar has the power to paralyze the animal that hears it and that even includes humans. Elizabeth von Muggenthaler, a bioacoustician from the Fauna Communications Research Institute in North Carolina states, "Humans can only hear some of the sounds that tigers use to communicate," says von Muggenthaler. "Humans can hear frequencies from 20 hertz to 20,000 hertz, but whales, elephants, rhinos, and tigers can produce sounds below 20 hertz." This low-pitched sound, called "infrasound," can travel long distances permeating buildings, cutting through dense forests, and even passing through mountains. Tigers can create sounds at about 18 hertz and when tigers roar they can create frequencies significantly below so you can’t hear it, but you can feel it. "When a tiger roars-the sound will rattle and paralyze you," says von Muggenthaler. (Source: "The Secret of A Tiger's Roar," Science News, 29 Dec. 2000, sciencedaily.com). The effect is that you are momentarily paralyzed, so even though there may be time to avoid the tiger, you are tricked into standing still long enough for the tiger to leap on you.

The “spirit of a slavery,” produces only fear. The slave is under constant fear and alarm. But the “spirit of adoption,” the feeling of affection, love, and confidence which pertains to a stranger as one’s own child applies to Christians because God treats us as His children. When we cry, “Abba! Father!” God comes to us to rescue us from things that brings fear in our lives. Are you fearful today, call out to Abba! Father! He will set you free and indwell a confidence in you.

Have a blessed day!

Route 66 - Downtown Kingman, AZ

Our time in downtown Kingman was exciting and informative. The people we've met were very kind and love to talk. The local people have their own life experience as they spent many years in Kingman. The two places we've enjoyed were the Kingman Museum and the "Hall of Presidents," in Mohave Museum.

One of the fascinating experience for us was seeing the Route 66 Electric Vehicle display. There are many interesting collections of transportation artifacts but let me just highlight three. The Willie Nelson's Rolls-Royce Themed Golf Cart. The country singer Willie Nelson is someone most people would associate with playing guitar; not taking to the golf course for a game of 18 holes. 

Built in 1981 as a special gift from his former wife Connie, the electric golf cart with Rolls-Royce features.

The cart had a mini bar, radio, head lights, turn signals and of course, the iconic look of a Rolls Royce.

The second interesting transportation artifact is the Custer Chair Car. Manufactured by the Custer Specialty Company in Dayton, OH with the top speed of 18 mph and it weights 300 lb.  

The Custer Chair Car was originally produced largely for granting seniors more mobility. However, in 1919, the Great War (WW I) brought with it the opportunity to create a mobility solution for returning wounded soldiers. 

The Lightning Rod 2 is another interesting vehicle. Manufactured by Wilde Evolutions in Jerome, AZ. The world's first all electric Hot Rod was featured in Street Rod Action magazine in Sep. 1995. "Electric ROD! Charge it up and hit the road!"

Visiting a small museum in a desert city, Mohave Museum has a magnificent collection of all of the American Presidents and the First Ladies in oil painting. 

The "Hall of Presidents" of oil portraits were created mostly by Lawrence Williams (1913-2003).

Visiting these places, history and more history are laid out in such a beautiful scenario that we really enjoyed our journey in Kingman, AZ.

Until next time, stay safe and thanks for traveling with us. Blessings!

Route 66 - Kingman Army Air Field & Giganticus Headicus, Kingman, AZ

The route 66 continues through Kingman, AZ, which is also off Highway 40. On our Kingman trip, we stopped at Kingman Army Air Field. 

The 54-foot tall, 14-by-14-foot tower.

Kingman Airport Cafe

This field was a training site for some 36,000 military personnel during World War II. Between 1946 and 1948, seven thousand aircraft were melted down to 70,000,000 pounds of aluminum. There is a great little cafe (Kingman Airport Cafe) and the original watch tower remains (one of very few WWII watch towers that still exist today).

Few miles stretch of Route 66 is Antares Point, home of Giganticus Headicus. The purpose of this 14-foot tall Tiki head was placed on Route 66 is unknown, but it is definitely the type of kitschy Americana that makes Route 66 road trip special. My understanding is that in October the Giganticus Headicus is painted pink for the breast cancer awareness month.

Formerly Kozy Corner Trail Park

Art by Gregg Arnold

Art by Gregg Arnold

Art by Gregg Arnold

This is a "Wishing Bell 'Fertility' Ring for Good Luck!" by Gregg Arnold 

The signs sates: "It's for sale."

I'm sure there is room for one more mailbox

These arts/sculptures were created by Gregg Arnold in 2003 and 2004. Antares Point is along the longest continuous curve on U.S. Hwy (approx. 2 miles) and offers fantastic views into the Arizona desert.

Thanks for reading and enjoying our photos. Stay safe. Until next journey, blessings!