We were in the Upper Peninsula for ten days while PH did some selling for the state parks and just got home yesterday.
The trip is a lot of driving so we do try to give ourselves a small break. We always try to fit in one thing for us, a stop for an attraction, a special restaurant, a detour for something we saw on a sign on the road.
This year, before we left, something came up on FB about the troll at a tiny, tiny place called Germfask, Michigan. He lives at a campground. I told PH that THIS was what we needed to see. It wasn't even out of the way, but rather ON the way so it was even better. Turns out Germfask has a history. During WWII it was the site of a Conscientious Objector prisoner camp. Only the most troublesome COs were sent here because it's so secluded...there is nowhere to go.
There are 154 trolls in 17 countries built by Thomas Dambo. Look it up to find one near you. all of Dambo's trolls are different and all have different stories to tell. Apparently there are people who travel the world looking for them. Australia friends, there are even some there!
After finding Benny's campground home it was a very short walk to find him. He's big. He can't hide.
Benny is fishing with his beard, hoping to snag a fish or a kayaker.
How special to find Benny!! When we were in Western Aus one town had several of these statues, but it was a howling wind and horizontal rain type of day so we didn't get to see them. They are fascinating!!
ReplyDeleteJust checked the map, only in WA! Might have to go back one day.
ReplyDeleteYou always have the "best" adventures. I think our closest troll is in Breckenridge Colorado. It's about a 7 hour drive but it's absolutely beautiful country. We used to live in Colorado in what they call the Western Slope.
ReplyDeleteSo good to have found Benny.
ReplyDeleteYes there are several of these gorgeous sculptures in Mandarah W.A.
We live about 500 kms North of there . Must go visit one day.
Benny is certainly an interesting fellow. It’s a shame Western Australia is so far away.
ReplyDeleteThat troll is quite a work of art. How impressive and what talent!
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