The Oregon Trail through the historic Scotts Bluff in Nebraska

[@michaelgmoore5708]

Thank you Jeff for this great episode! My Great Grandma went through here on the Oregon trail in 1860. She was just a baby then and lived to be 102 years old! I met her just before she died in 1962. I was 16 and I didn't have any idea what she had been thru. A real historical event!

[@jbenziggy]

There are many folks buried in California who came out west via wagon train. It’s fascinating to hear about your great-grandmother being one of them!

[@aubreyleonae4108]

My family settled in the upper willamette near Eugene Oregon. Sure fascinating isnt it. These video really help me feel the era.

[@jameslord156]

This video hits a Home Run for me. My Grandfather was an Irrigation Rider on Horseback in Bayard Nebraska. My Mother told me how they saw Chimney Rock from their Sod house everyday.

[@michaelmanningmusic]

I was a Park Ranger at Scott’s Bluff National Monument back in the mid-1990’s. Me and my family lived in the ranger residence that you can see near the wagons. It was a beautiful place to live especially seeing the wagons out our front window every day. Watch out for the prairie rattlesnakes because they’re everywhere!

[@jbenziggy]

Interesting! Everyone tells us to watch out got snakes but we never see any!

[@ironcladranchandforge7292]

Then you should know how wrong that wagon is. Conestoga wagons were NOT used on the Oregon Trail. The Conestoga was a freight wagon back east and way too big and heavy for traveling on the Oregon Trail. I cannot believe they put a wagon like that on display, it's a misrepresentation and pure Hollywood.

[@jackdelay6558]

I get the same nastalgic thoughts when walking along historic paths and roads. What were their thoughts, emotions, hopes and dreams. Well done as always Jeff. Thanks for glimpses into history.

[@161papa]

Thank you for enduring the 93° temperature to educate us about Scotts Bluff.

[@schmatta4767]

I've always admired those pioneers who were determined to cross the mountains and rivers, in order to settle in the new lands of the west. You gave us a taste of their experiences, thanks Jeff & Sarah.

[@nena4215]

I think I’ve watched every episode regarding the Oregon trail on KZbin. I’ve always been interested because of the difficulties they faced, so much respect to those early pioneers.

[@footballlvnlady]

Thank you Jeff and Sarah! Another great history lesson! Such gorgeous scenery! Those pioneers were a tough group! So many hardships they had to endure!

[@jbenziggy]

They were a very hardy breed! We are softies compared to them! LOL

[@dano8203]

I can’t imagine what these people had to go through from weather, wild animals and Indians to the ride itself. I would imagine lots of people buried along this trail. Thanks Sarah & Jeff for sharing more of your vacation!!!

[@positivityplace]

Indians where friendly not like in the movies

[@dano8203]

@@positivityplace Olive Oatman and her family may disagree with you my friend.

[@waynereynolds7598]

My family migrated to Arkansas in a covered wagon where they lived. My grandfather and grandmother born in Arkansas moved to Oregon around 1936-37 when my dad was nine years old and come to Oregon in a model A and moved to my home town in 1949. I live in the foot hills of the Cascade mountains where there are tribute signs for the Oregon trail in afew locations along highway 20. So anything about the Oregon trail I find very interesting so thank you and your wife for the tour.

[@joinjen3854]

Highway 20 is stunning!

[@carlupthegrove262]

I recently visited Fort Laramie, I'm sorry I missed Scotts Bluff but thank you for this tour and the information. BTW, the Pony Express did not go to San Francisco, it terminated in Sacramento.

[@ElwoodAndersonNV]

I think you've found a way to increase your subscribership by expanding outside California. The is the best video I've seen on Scotts Bluff. Other photographers and videographers seem to concentrate only on the existing terrain and relics, while you include vignettes and clippings from the actual times when pioneers experienced the area. This completes the story and is the main reason I've been following your channel for years.

[@waltersfield]

Jeff/Sarah I've been ill for the past couple of weeks, but the silver lining has been discovering HH! You have a new loyal subscriber. Thank you very much for your dedicated work. It's both educational and entertaining. And what are the odds that you are fellow Motowners! God bless.

[@aubreyleonae4108]

My family came to Oregon in 1853. They were part of the Lost Wagon Train, almost repeating the Donner experience. They were rescued by Elijah Bristow, Eugene Spencer, and others. My great aunt Agnes Stewart Warner was the first teach in Springfield Oregon, there's a school named in her honor.. Her Sons discovered Salt Creek Falls near the present day Willamette Skiing area, one of the tallest falls in Oregon. Agnes and her sisters kept detailed diaries of their journey. The Lane County Museum has books on the Lost Wagon Train and Agnes' diary. Thanks so much for bringing this era alive for me. 😎👍

[@jerrysullivan8424]

Many of my early roots were from emigrants who migrated from Prague, Czech, or England to Neb. The Czechs settled in Wilber Neb. " Wilber was declared the official Czech Capital of the United States on July 10, 1987, in a decree signed by president Ronald Reagan. Wilber hosts the annual Czech Days festival which celebrates the city's Czech heritage." Thank you for taking me on another great road trip, There are thousands of History Channels on youtube, and I watch as many as I can, But yours is the best in my book. not that the others are bad, but you bring out not just the history, You go to the sites and make your videos like a home movie. or in other words, I feel as if I were there with you and Sarah. and for that, I thank you I cannot afford to go to the places that you do but get blessed to see them in your videos.

[@pameladonnelson2093]

I have family in the Scotts Bluff area and visited this center many times. Thank you for sharing this.

[@barbaragraham6886]

I have read about some men who came to California for the Gold Rush, then later returned back east to their home states to get married, and then came back to California with their wives. I can't imagine making that journey twice. These people were definitely a whole lot tougher than me! Thanks for sharing.

[@jbenziggy]

Yes and a lot of businessmen went back and forth several times! I don’t understand how they could do it. Our country is so large when you travel by car today. Can you imagine a wagon?

[@barbaragraham6886]

@@jbenziggy No! As an adult I still love to read the "Little House on the Prairie" books and romanticize the way it used to be but in reality I don't know if I'd make to the edge of town traveling in a wagon!

[@janetphillips2875]

@@jbenziggy we are always in a motorhome, pulling a trailer with our motorcycles. Even that wears our butt out! We are so spoiled nowadays! We are not wealthy by no means, though. We have to save and save in order to go anywhere! My husband was born in Montana, raised on a guest ranch in Dubois, Wyoming. Due to a hateful stepfather, he was taken in by a medical doctor here in Alabama in 1970, and the rest is history! I met him 8 years ago, and he introduced me to the West! I fell in love with it. One my first trip, when we got to a wide canyon in Rawlins, Wy., I sat on the edge of my seat in awe of what beauty I was seeing! It was the most beautiful place I had ever seen! Im so happy Ive found you!!

[@nickbakker6963]

Thanks Jeff and Sarah!! Another great history lesson! You really have a way to bring out the romance of the wild west! I can't wait for your next adventure into history! Thank you so much!!

[@blakemiller138]

As I mentioned before, if I was still teaching US history, I would use your shows all the time. They are brief, to the point, and very visual. Students have to see how tough it was for Americans to cross the plains. Thanks.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Blake! While most of our audience is 60 plus, we know some kids are watching and we like that! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@karenturnbo6870]

We used to live there in the early 2000's. That was one of my favorite places to go!

[@ellenross4413]

My grandmother's grandfather and Great uncle went to California to pan for gold in 1850's. They were supposed to have struck gold and tried to ship it back so rest of family to join them. But they died , buried near Chico, California. The gold never got to New York. My cousins did go to cemetery, plots and found the markers, so took photos. It's on a ranch, out in the boonies.

[@Bluefox2415]

I'm from Scottsbluff Nebraska and I'm glad to see people talk about the history from here

[@dianemason4215]

The bluest sky and the cleanest air....and the quiet is even a different quiet. I always wondered how they kept the animals fed and watered.

[@jbenziggy]

Rivers were essential for watering of animals but I’m not sure what they had to eat other than grasses.

[@sherrywyllie2163]

Thank you for another wonderful video. I traveled through there when helping my daughter move from Kansas to Idaho. Didn't have time to sight see. My husband and I will find time to see the country in the coming years.

[@jbenziggy]

Make the time to see our amazing country! I hope you can! Blessings!

[@sherrywyllie2163]

@@jbenziggy husband retired two years ago. We've had to wait out the covid restrictions and then I was diagnosed with chronic lung infection (not covid). We will get out there next year.

[@treebuck]

Another place that would be so cool to just sit at and imagine. Thanks for another beauty.

[@lornahardin4563]

This was great Jeff and Sarah. My favorite time in our history. I walked about a mile of the Oregon Trail in Oregon (Baker City area), and I could just visualize and feel the thousands of pioneers that walked where we were walking. The history center was awesome.

[@janetceniza8091]

Very nice story - don't forget the heavy furniture most brought along that had to be tossed to the side of the trailer so they wouldn't kill the animals pulling the wagons. I will never see this area in person, but thanks to you and Sarah - I just did.

[@douglasfuqua7082]

Great job of covering the location & history/background, Jeff & Sarah. Making THAT trip was not for the weak... and back then they didn't measure their progress in "miles per hour", rather it was "miles per day"...at a walk. Tough folks, and some desperate.

[@nicholaswinebrenner5164]

Scott's Bluff has a one of the great views in the world from the top.

[@privatepilot4064]

Another absolutely awesome video! Thank you Jeff and Sarah! One of the few places I haven’t been! Been to Nebraska, just not Scott’s Bluff. Would love to go there! However, I have been to the hometown of Mr. William Webber from Niles, Michigan!

[@johnpeddicord4932]

Enjoyed another history lesson, Thank you Jeff , Sarah, for letting us walk in your footsteps 👣

[@pamelakern2849]

The trail history is wonderful and fascinating!! Scott's Bluff is really very beautiful. I remember traveling through this area some years ago. I couldn't get enough ,of books about the trail life . Thankyou Jeff and Sarah Sarah!! 🥰🥰

[@ednagreen62]

Thank you for "bringing" us along on your adventure. The hardships these people had to go through... I'd like to think I would do the best I could given the conditions. And the panoramic scenery; Ansel Adams quality!

[@jonzn]

Another amazing episode! Thank you for taking time to seek out the history lost to so many because of the distractions of the world’s technology. Your channel helps us appreciate the people who came before us and hammered out the places we enjoy today. Blessings to you and Sarah! ❤🤗

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks to you, Darrell, for watching and the nice comment! Blessings in return!

[@bikerguy5829]

It's amazing to think of all those people traveling where you were walking. One reason I love history. Great video

[@terryeustice5399]

Thank you for Showing us Scott’s Bluff. Never been there. So, a real treat. Thanks for sharing!

[@jbenziggy]

Wonderful to hear that, Terry! We’re glad you liked it!

[@seanpacificrailroad3700]

I love these history videos of the west! Thank you Jeff and Sarah for another amazing video 👍😃

[@jbenziggy]

Very happy to know that you liked it. Thank you so much!

[@janethirakawa6936]

Magnificent scenery! History 💞💫✨🎀

[@greggwatkinsjr.4308]

Hello Jeff & Sarah, Thankyou so much for another great video, I remember learning about the Oregon trail in School. It sure wasn't easy for alot of people. I even played a computer game and didn't survive very well! 🐂🤠

[@caroleannseaton9178]

Hi Sarah, I am glad you were feeling better. I am sorry you didn't find any animals. Those prairie dogs were rude to hide from you. ; ). I enjoyed the film like I always do. See you next Sunday.

[@dianejohnson7235]

It is so hard to think of the hardship that people went through to get to a better life! Thank you so much for helping us remember! We all learn so much from. Your channel!

[@jbenziggy]

We love your comment! Thanks so much!

[@bobdeckwa]

I’ve been there. You can drive to the top of one of the bluffs. There were two or three trails in that area. The Conestoga wagon was a wagon used in the East. The Prairie Schooner was more the smaller wagon that was used to come West.

[@juneclary1964]

Hi Jeff and Sarah thank you for sharing a wonderful video of your trip to Scott bluff. My mom and our friend and I went to Scott bluff about four years ago on a evelteen state trip and I was really impressed with the bluff.enjoy the rest of your trip god bless you and Sarah looking forward to seeing the next history lesson love and blessings Larry June and Laurie

[@rhondaz356]

Jeff and Sarah, just imagine what that area experienced. Thank you for the historical background info.. It's so interesting and amazing. Love the visuals, too... 👏👏🌈

[@leahreposa4599]

Thank you guys for going so far out of your way to share this! Great stuff!

[@davec9244]

That was very cool, I cannot even imagine how hard a life that was! thank you ALL stay safe

[@ronnieparker4311]

Great video ! The colors of the sky and mountain rock ledges and the grass was really vibrant ! The scenery reminds of those old classic westerns my dad watched on tv back in the day ! John Wayne , Clint Eastwood, glen ford and many more! Have a good rest of the weekend! 🇺🇸

[@jbenziggy]

Yes it is a very movie like scenic spot! In fact they may have shot movies there but I cannot say for sure!

[@joshuawhitfield501]

Excellent topic on this one Jeff/Sarah! Still one of my favorite History channels.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Josh! Hope all is well in Watertown.

[@susancarden749]

Thanks so much Jeff and Sarah for very enlightening episode of what the past pioneers saw in their travels along the Oregon Trail in the 1950’s. From Australia.

[@jbenziggy]

Hi friend from Australia! Thanks so much for watching and commenting! We love our international viewers!

[@harrisonmantooth3647]

Thank you Jeff and Sarah for sharing this most interesting article with us. This topic is of particular interest to me. For many years, decades in fact, I've wanted to visit, to experience for myself, a piece of Americana that I've heard about most of my life. Watched many movies and, seen many photographs of this famous route. Many refer to the 1920 - 1940's as the Greatest Generation, and they were but, those Pioneers were great too. My hat goes off to them. Are you going to be Blogging more famous Landmarks of interest on your way West to CA? I'll be anxiously waiting for more exciting videos if you are. Stan in Idaho

[@robertdupere4640]

Love your videos, they make me think of history class in school ,love it

[@marklaughlin7079]

I’m fascinated by the Oregon Trail. I always wanted to retrace the parts of the trail that I could. I stopped in Scott’s Bluff back in 2010. I went and seen Chimney Rock a little further down. I also went and seen Register Cliff, Fort Laramie, and Guernsey, Wyoming. I stopped at Car Henge, Nebraska that had a field of stacked up old cars on my way to South Dakota. That was Interesting. I am visiting all 50 U.S states. I have visited 36 states. I have 14 more to go. Thank you for this video Sarah and Jeff.

[@voyagerronin1668]

I visited there this summer with my family. One of the highlights of our road trip. Jeff- please show viewers the south and north view atop the bluff in the park if possible. thank you for this awesome video.

[@HistoryHunterSarah]

We had a very limited time there so we didn't make it up on the bluff.

[@brucecrider2001]

Thanks Jeff and Sarah another great episode appreciate the hard work you put in may God bless you and Sarah and your family have a great week 😀

[@jbenziggy]

As always we appreciate your encouraging messages! Thanks, Bruce, and God bless you and yours too!

[@jerryfountain7921]

Thank you for yet another history lesson Jeff & Sarah! It's amazing to hear what the pioneers went through to get out west. Stay safe on your trips out there.

[@havingfun3619]

People went West by the thousands even knowing half wouldn't survive, all in hopes of a better life. Today? Half sit around asking, "What's in it for me?!". My, times have changed... Excellent vid.

[@Scribblescrabbly]

Enjoying this with breakfast. Thank you!

[@tomchapman8427]

Thank you Jeff and Sarah it is interesting learning for real unlike a movies it must have been cruel and hard

[@donwhitaker6250]

Thanks for another great adventure!

[@redmccoy1010]

Beautiful country. So much history in USA. Shame that schools are taking history away from our kids. Anyhoo - Great video. 😎 👋

[@melindagordonbeck8958]

Great content! Love this area! So much Oregon Trail history! People don’t realize how many great places there are like Scottsbluff and Independence Rock! Get out there and see this great country! Thanks Jeff & Sarah! Keep up the great work. Your biggest Tennessee (formerly California) fans!♥️

[@muhammadsalaam]

Another great episode of History, Jeff and Sarah! You two are very much appreciated for bringing this to us on a weekly basis. Thank you both so much for all you two do.

[@jbenziggy]

We appreciate your very sweet compliments! Thanks as always!

[@shirleydowning9383]

As always, I appreciate the way in which you do your research. As well as the way in which you educate the rest of us. ❤️

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you very much, Shirley!

[@sside8]

Wow! What beautiful country! Thanks Jeff and Sarah!

[@marceyvogt2007]

That was cool. I have been on 80 many times. I never took the side trip to see the Bluffs. There is a rest area somewhere in mid Nebraska that has fenced off an area where the deep ruts of the wagons can still be seen. At least I hope so. I haven't driven that route since the late '80s. They were working on preservation at the time Thank you.

[@bsomero10]

Thank You both for another interesting lesson in history!

[@jbenziggy]

Happy you liked it! Thanks, Brigitte!

[@DavidsExecutiveTouch17]

Good morning y'all. Enjoyed this little jaunt down a portion of the Oregon trail. Now we have another place to travel to w/ the grandkids where we can show them the history of this land. If they complain about the time to ride up from Missouri, we'll be sure and get their thoughts on how long a journey in a covered wagon would be & report back to you. Thanks again for allowing us to ride along & hope you folks are doing well.👍🇺🇸

[@jbenziggy]

Let us know if you do make the trip! Kids always complain on long trips! I know from experience! Lol

[@gregdavis19]

Well done, Jeff and Sarah. Thank you for visiting our state.

[@haroldnelson3734]

That was awesome! it is just mind blowing to think of the hardships those travelers faced. Thanks for taking us there.

[@SR-zi6eo]

That dead plant you asked about looks to perhaps be a Century Plant that went to flower and then seeds and then died. Loved this video (love all of them); thank you, as always, for taking us. Much appreciated! ….🌝

[@AB-ye7bw]

Appreciate it so much ! Thank you for taking me along.

[@doo_da_day]

Another great adventure! I can only imagine the stars out there at night...must be awesome

[@aulii11]

Yet another great episode, thanks! I wish I had paid closer attention to my maternal grandmother telling us as children how her family had come west along the Oregon trail. That's really all I know, and now she and my parents, who I'm sure knew the details are all gone.

[@joelhurley2678]

Thanks Jeff and Sarah for another wonderful Historical Show. I really enjoyed the show and thank you for sharing.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Joel!

[@bettycarlson9640]

Hi Guys, another great story!

[@gabrielsholisticcare]

Thank Jeff and Sarah love the history you dig up!

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks! Glad that you liked it!

[@joancorey3515]

Good morning Jeff and Sarah. I love your channel, but I am especially interested in your Nebraska tours. Thank you so much.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks, Joan! Are you from Nebraska?

[@joancorey3515]

Yes. I have lived in southwest Nebraska my entire 65years. I have passed through Scottsbluff but never got out of the car and hiked around. It's on my bucket list. All of your Nebraska visits are on my list.

[@joancorey3515]

Next time you're in Nebraska it would be nice to see you in Southwest Nebraska. The flood of '35 would be interesting to see through your eyes. My grandmother and her neighbors used to talk about it in the '60s. It must have been terrifying to experience.

[@sallykohorst8803]

Thank you for going out of your way to find it. It wasn't easy the times were real tough. And were there Indian problems on that trail.? Wow so tough in those wagons. Thanks loads for showing us .

[@jamesminear2336]

Wow that was Great!! Another place to add to my bucket list! Thanks Sarah and Jeff 👍👍

[@Ravelinn]

such amazing history. Thank you again Jeff and Sarah

[@marciachauvin3890]

Thanks for your dedication to bring history to life

[@juneclary1964]

Loved the video. I have been there, thank you for letting me see it again. My family came by covered wagon thru there in 1861 headed to Taylorsville Ca. If you send me a mailing address I have a written account of their trip that you might enjoy. We love your videos and look forward to Sunday morning with you. Blessings Larry, June and Laurie

[@jbenziggy]

It’s amazing to think that your ancestors passed through there!

[@julianaclayton7893]

Thanks again for another great video… I have been learning so much history from your beautiful country. I look forward to the next one 😊

[@nicholaswinebrenner5164]

I traveled from Cheyenne to Fort Laramie and Scott's as part of a trip my family took in 1998. We started out where we live in Northern California went across Nevada, through Salt Lake City, Fort Bridger, Cheyenne, Fort Laramie, Scott's Bluff , Carhemge, Wind Cave, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Deadwood, Devils Tower, the Liitle Bighorn National Battlefield, the museum in Cody Wyoming, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Idaho Falls, the Golden Spike National Historic Site and then back home. It was a great 3700 mile tour of the west.

[@maureen8745]

Nice to have someone share history rather then demolish it. Superb job Jeff & Sarah😎❤

[@lindsaymacpherson8782]

Very much enjoyed the history and the scenery was amazing Very well done Jeff and Sarah Thankyou

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks so much, friend!

[@mikes3174]

Great video as always! It just so happens that I'm on the Oregon Trail right now. LOL... Perfect timing.. 😎👍 We'll be exploring the area over the next few days.

[@jbenziggy]

Have fun on your explorations! We appreciate the kind words!! Thanks!

[@alanatolstad4824]

My route to/from the Farmstead in ND takes me past Independence Rock. I was disappointed when you said your route wouldn't also take you past that scenery. Obviously then, I've never been past Scott's Bluff, so I enjoyed this trip with you folks!

[@frankmarullo228]

As always Jeff, and Sarah this was a good video I look forward to Sunday's for your video's Thank you Frank from montana....

[@eskigunler62]

Thanks for video lovelly Jeff and Sarah absolutly fantastic another old wild West story again I love you guys 👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you! What country are you from?

[@eskigunler62]

@@jbenziggy this flag is republic of turkey (Türkiye) flag my country 🇹🇷🇹🇷

[@raccabird8889]

Awesome happy Sunday

[@webchuck1]

Hello Jeff & Sarah, HAPPY 🌞 SUNDAY thanks so much for sharing your travels and sharing the history of the Oregon trails it's great to see and learn. Have a wonderful day!

[@MCW1955]

Another home run. Thanks J. And S.

[@canaryphaeochannel]

Thank you Jeff and Sarah great story!!!!

[@normahird9059]

Thank you for this well researched video. I used to live in Northern Utah. I have seen the oxen tracks that the Donner party left in the ground. Just imagine what the early pioneers went through to travel to California. Again thank you for this vlog.

[@jbenziggy]

We send our appreciation to you, Norma!

[@rustyruss2962]

Folks were tuff back then for sure Thanks Y’all

[@bobbauer2287]

A little bit of a road trip ! Great job very interesting ! Thanks Bob

[@talesfromanoldmanpatoneal6372]

Wow, pretty dadgum neat. I enjoyed that thanks for taking us on the adventure.

[@maryannevogt621]

Another great episode. Enjoy the history lessons. I'm from Lancaster Co.,Pa. Just about 8miles from Conestoga where the Conestoga wagon originated.

[@sutownsend-kasmiskie3091]

I suppose back then, it would have started out as an adventure. But, as it continued on, I would be saying, Are we there, yet? Thank you for the adventure, it was interesting. Take care in your travels.

[@jbenziggy]

I wonder if kids were little ankle biters like they are today. LOL