Route 66 gets its own font

Route 66 boasts plenty of products named after it. But this is the first I've seen where a typeface is named after the Mother Road. The "Route 66 Regular" font was created by Thomas Wilson. It's derived from Wilson's earlier "Swizzle Sticks" font, which is apparent when you see the Route 66 font in the … Continue reading Route 66 gets its own font

Springfield applies for grant for Bel-Aire Motel rehab

The City of Springfield, Ill., is applying for a grant to repair the long-declining Bel-Aire Motel and eventually convert it into a Route 66 museum, reported the Springfield State Journal-Register. The grant sought for the Bel-Aire is $1 million from the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program. The city plans to cover the other $600,000 for the … Continue reading Springfield applies for grant for Bel-Aire Motel rehab

66-to-Cali owner has a story to tell

Most of you already know about Dan Rice, owner of the 66-to-Cali souvenir shack at the Santa Monica Pier who was the guiding force behind getting an "End of the Trail" Route 66 marker erected at the pier. However, a book coming out in the winter is going to tell another side of Rice's story: … Continue reading 66-to-Cali owner has a story to tell

An aerial view of Amboy Crater

I've been fortunate enough to hike inside the dormant volcano that is Amboy Crater, near Amboy, Calif. Many people have not because it's a long hike in often-dangerous heat. But, in case you haven't, here's another way to see what's inside. Here's the explanation behind this remarkable video: Jeff Parisse and Nick Ritter travel via … Continue reading An aerial view of Amboy Crater