I am a sign reader. I am particularly fond of elevation signs. I always want to know how far above sea level I am. What difference does it make? Well, most of the time not much. Dramatic changes in elevation affect the weather, but minor fluctuations don’t make that much difference. Still, I enjoy a good elevation sign for what it is.

Historical markers are usually pretty interesting members of the sign family. How often have you whizzed by one when you could have stopped and learned something? Well, you are in for a treat today, because I have an elevation sign AND a historical marker. Ta da!