Day 10 - OKC to Joplin, MO - The Blue Whale!!

 Dick resisted, but I insisted.  This is a Route 66 landmark.  It was built as a private swimming hole dock with slide, but turned into a local destination.  In fact that was even evident today!  While locals aren't allowed to swim anymore, there is catch and release for perch, bass and catfish.  I did in fact see a 3 lb catfish hauled in while the fisherman was on the top of the whales tail!




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