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Jeff & Sarah visit the historic town of Bridgeport of Mono County in California and find all kinds of fascinating elements. They will visit buildings featured in the 1947 Hollywood noir, "Out of the Past" and show you the house Robert Mitchum visited for the film.
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@rjburbine 3 года назад

My home since 2004. I retired from the Mono County Sheriff's Office in 2018. Great town to call home.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thanks for your service, sir! We support our law enforcement officers!

@rjburbine 3 года назад

@@jbenziggy Thank you, It was my honor to serve.

@gregdavis19 3 года назад

I’m a former Deputy Sheriff myself in Nebraska. I have a question, why are those charming buildings in your downtown painted red?

@katehowe6018 3 года назад

Lived there for years, and my husband and I were married in the courthouse Judge Edward Denton... Fond memories...

@amanda_harris9513 3 года назад

When I was a kid we used to go up there every summer. We’d go camping, fishing and hiking over at Twin Lakes and we’d always go into Bodie and stop by Burger Barn for lunch.

@blackbirdpie217 3 года назад

Excelent video. Some years ago my wife and I broke an axle on our Bronco about a half mile past the end of the pavement on Bodie road. It was sunset and somehow got a cell call for a tow truck. Trucker said the nearest cell tower was in Bishop! Hours later we were in Bridgeport and stayed where you did but almost got a room at the old Bridgeport Hotel which was originally built in Bodie. The next day sitting in the cafe' we chatted with the seasonal Sherriff (most residents are seasonal) to hear some interesting facts, for one it's the only spot in California I know of that reaches -20 degrees in the winter. With highway 108 closed, few people go or even stay there. We later hired a local to take us about 100 miles to Carson City NV to rent a car and go home. It's a memory I'll never forget. You had a lot of detail in this video but the sheriff told us to come back- and we did, for the best old fashioned 4th of July parade you'll ever see in your life! Awesome little town!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thanks for your compliments! Yeah the cold would disqualify Sarah from ever living there. She remembers what Minnesota was like as a child there! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@merriemisfit8406 9 месяцев назад

For several months many years ago, 395 was my weekly "commute" to a job in Los Angeles. It was already after sundown on one return trip at the end of October that year that my little car tried to wreck its engine on the approach to Bridgeport. I shifted into neutral and coasted to a stop on the shoulder on the curve into town. CHP was almost right behind me, though, and pulled off to see what was wrong, arranged a tow, delivered us (me and my car) to a gas station with a repair garage (closed for the night) at the other end of town, and suggested a motel. It was dark, cold, and late -- and I hadn't planned a stop -- so I got checked in and phoned my parents to let them know what happened to me and wouldn't be alarmed if they tried calling me at home and got no response. I decided to make the best of the situation, so I took a good steaming shower. As soon as I finished and got myself wrapped in a towel, the floor jerked under my feet and the wood paneling on the walls creaked. Then the floor jerked at a right angle to that and the paneling creaked again. And then the floor began rolling in waves, the paneling was popping like it was going to fall off the walls, and the wall-mount tv was bouncing like crazy. I wondered if I should try to brace it, but decided I should just stay where I was -- right in a door frame, which is supposed to be a pretty safe structure in an earthquake. The quake was epicentered over at Lee Vining and Richtered about 5. Nothing huge, but a whole lot of shaking. My parents didn't hear about the quake until the next morning, but I got a wake-up call from papa, asking: "Do you want fries with that shake?" Good fortune saw to it that the head mechanic at the gas station had previously worked at a Los-Angeles-area dealership for the same brand as my car and was completely familiar with the model and its idiosyncrasies, AND the NAPA store in town actually had the part that needed replacing in stock. It was a long wait with nothing to read, but I was back on the road by late afternoon and slept in my own bed that night.

@devvy6487 3 года назад

i love these old towns so much

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@eatfish9070 20 дней назад

Thank you so much for the tour of Bridgeport.That I was going there since 1962 with my parents.They finally bought a house there and my mother was in the graveyard.You were filming once again.Thanks for bringing back all the memories.They were all good

@anniestewart8695 3 года назад

I grew up here, from birth to college. I didn't even know some of that history. It's a great place. Especially for Independence Day!!

@donnsunderland2684 3 года назад

Annie : I have such vivid memories of being there many times in the early 1960's. Our family would camp at Twin Lakes and fish there and at the Bridgeport Reservoir. So surprised to see Ken's Sporting Goods store still up and running. I recall the 4th of July celebrations which always included a parade, Indian dances and the "greased pole climbing contest". Atop The pole was a $10.00 bill - a lot of money to a youngster then. I still have the 8mm movies my father shot from those days. Wonderful memories!

@michaelsouza3582 3 года назад

Annie, are you the little red head who's mom worked at the Sportsman? If so I used to have a beer or two at the bar with your dad back in the mid 90s.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Very cool, Annie! Glad you learned a few things from us about your hometown! We appreciate you watching and commenting! Thank you!

@steveharte8712 2 года назад

My crew and I shot the 4th of July fireworks for Bridgeport for two years in a row. My contact person was Linda at the Jollycone and a delight to work with as was everyone in town. Good memories!

@hellohun7331 3 года назад

Bridgeport is one of my favorite destination points from Modesto. Mono lake, bodie, lee vining are close . It makes a great two day trip.

@johnrambo7630 3 года назад

Quite a bit of history in Bridgeport that you uncovered.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@LoneWolf051 3 года назад

The Burger Barn is the BEST place for food if you visit!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We tried but the line was too long so we ate on the outdoor grass area of the Bridgeport Inn!

@2015_Rubicnn 3 года назад

And Jolly Kone...👌

@modestoca25 4 месяца назад

It is

@scottlebaron2994 3 года назад

It's amazing to me that the schoolhouse was in use until 1964 and I am very appreciative of those that fight to preserve the history of their towns. This was another incredibly entertaining episode.

@trishayamada807 3 года назад

My Nana lives in a converted school house. It was from the late 1800’s and also closed in 1964. The farmer across from her school house went to that school. The outhouse is still up as well! I love going there because it’s like touching history. In the outhouse there’s graffiti from when the first school kids were there! I just love it.

@409rommel 3 года назад

Awesome!!! One of my second homes... Haha.... headin down close to there in a couple of weeks. One of our friends family owns the Walker River Lodge and I got a story for ya from the Bridgeport Inn... We stayed at the Inn one night and the lady told us if we leave make sure to lock the front door cause we were the only ones staying there.. the room key also locked the front door. We were in the Twain room but didnt hear/see anything... but another day.... maybe.... but thats for later....

@RhettyforHistory 3 года назад

Good old Hollywood always doing trickery! You'd be surprised how much that occurs. I prefer the old keys to hotels rather than the cards. They are reliable. Love the old cemetery. It really looks like an old western cemetery out of the old west in movies.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

For sure in all accounts. I was happy to see the metal key because the cards are aggravating when they fail. Thanks buddy for watching! You have been my mentor for years!

@johnrambo7630 3 года назад

Helpful comment. I just subcribed to Rhetty's channel...i wasn't previously aware of it.

@steveking4203 3 года назад

Spent 2 nights in Bridgeport in Oct 2019. Spent one day in Bodie. Fascinating area and rich in Ca history.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Where did you stay in Bridgeport?

@steveking4203 3 года назад

The Ruby Inn, it was nice. Food in Bridgeport was higher than normal and gas was out of sight. But we enjoyed the stay.

@KAREN-OAKES 3 года назад

I really enjoyed this one!! Thank you for doing what you two do!!! Being housebound ...really Bad knees ...you get me OUT once a week!!!!, i love history!!

@KB6YAF 3 года назад

Many Thanks again Jeff and Sarah for another history video. It's always a treat to wake up on a cool Sunday morning, turn on the computer and see a 'gift' awaiting to be viewed. By exploring these old towns, you keep their history and memory alive. ......Russell D.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

What a great compliment! Thanks very much for eagerly awaiting our videos! Glad you liked this one too!

@KB6YAF 3 года назад

@@jbenziggy You're welcome Jeff and Sarah. Every time I watch, I learn something new. As a former teacher, I love it that you always teach me something! (....Russell D....KB6YAF (ham radio call sign)

@scarletteoconnell7291 3 года назад

Back in the 80\90s my husband and I traveled based on a book called "Off the Beaten Path". HWY 395 was our major road in CA to reach a lot of hidden spots. Your series has brought back some wonderful memories, much appreciated as I lay with a broken leg. Thank you for your time and effort in putting together "History Hunters".

@lancasterritzyescargotdine2602 8 месяцев назад

If there's a more beautiful, history-filled stretch of roadway anywhere on earth as rich and colorful as US 395, I don't know where it could possibly be.

@aseainfo 3 года назад

Wow, that story of the Indian poker player and the Chinese businessman would make a heck of a good movie! What an interesting story. I would have never known about it before this video.

@thesolidsnakealpha 3 года назад

Instant click! What a beautiful town! God bless🙏

@carlupthegrove262 3 года назад

I've driven through and stopped at Bridgeport many times. 395 is a beautiful drive all up and down the Eastern side of the Sierra Nevada mountains. And Out of the Past might just be my favorite Noir movie of all time. Thanks for this video.

@johnhalley974 3 года назад

Love it when movie locations are incorporated into your videos Jeff.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

I try when I can! Thanks!

@AuroraBoarder1 3 года назад

I went through Bridgeport, once. Some women I met at the Mammoth Lakes youth hostels took me hot spring hunting, and one of our stops was at Travertine hot springs, right outside of town. It was a really neat experience!

@johnireland8762 3 года назад

Thank you Jeff & Sarah for taking us on another wonderful trip back into the history of California. And hi from the UK 😆

@58Repairables 3 года назад

Wow! My wife and I stopped for dinner at the Bridgeport Inn back in 2007. It was the evening right after we toured Bodie. Great memories!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

That’s a fantastic memory! It has an ambiance that I didn’t enjoy until we stayed there.

@james4582 3 года назад

It’s been 60 years +1or 2 my father and I camped along the Walker River just above there a couple summers beautiful part of California and great trout fishing fresh trout every breakfast while we were there Fond memories

@dougdegraff5892 3 года назад

Love that town and the surrounding area. Been making a yearly pilgrimage there for over thirty years. The fishing is great and the people are better..

@kgobrien1 3 года назад

A road trip down 395 sounds good thanks to all of places you have shown us. Thanks!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thanks very much for watching! Glad you’re enjoying them!

@rhondaz356 3 года назад

This was very enjoyable. I love videos comparing the present with the historic past.Thank you, so much...👏

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it, Rhonda!

@groove4179 3 месяца назад

When our son passed in 2021 my wife and I needed to just get out the way. We came to Bridgeport. The folks were so nice and we just walked roads off 395 looking at mountains. We felt good there. Very cool place❤

@jbenziggy 3 месяца назад

That's so nice to hear! So sorry to learn of your son's death. I cannot imagine what you've been through. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your wife.

@patheagerty4762 3 года назад

History hunters 10/4/20 Bridgeport monno .county enjoyed it great 👍

@cwb0051 3 года назад

I just Love these Quaint, little towns, seems like a Lovely place, wouldnt mind living there, you and Sarah Stay Safe..

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thank you! You too! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@Central_CoastRotors 3 года назад

What a great video......so nice to find something worthwhile I can show my grandkids and not worry about improper language etc. Thanks for your work.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Our pleasure! Thank you so much for watching and commenting! Thanks for sharing with your grandkids. This weekend we should be releasing our part I on Bodie!

@jeniw8586 3 года назад

Great fishing in Bridgeport. My mother and her sister went there many times.

@Jackielightning 3 года назад

Thank you Jeff & Sarah that was a outstanding trip to Bridgeport I enjoyed the town and the History I can't wait for the next place we go

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Our pleasure! More to come! Thank you!!!

@rayfordham9230 3 года назад

Hello What a lovely looking town and such an interesting history the houses all nicely spread out and room to take a deep breath. thanks.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Yes I think we all need a place to just relax and be assured the world can be a calm place if we just look for it! God bless you! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@erickkinnee3495 Год назад

Thanks for this! My Grandpa and Grandma on my Father's side used to travel between Bridgeport Reservoir and Bullhead City AZ. I have many memories of this town and the surrounding areas.

@theodoredugranrut8201 3 года назад

Thanks Jeff & Sarah. I've got to appreciate that kind of Justice did not clog up the system . Now that the crops are in I'm thinking of travel, might be nice to get out of this valley for a few days. Central California watching

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

You should make the trip before the snows fall! Enjoy if you do! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@lindsaymacpherson8782 3 года назад

Be safe on your own journey Bringing these amazing video's Thankyou both again for a lovely video

@michaelsouza3582 3 года назад

Spent a lot of nights with my transfer parked behind the Bridgeport Inn in the 90's . Did a lot of paving and shoulder backing in the area and a few loads of drain rock for the new restrooms in Bodie. Was like a working vacation every time I had the opportunity to work for Jeff and Cathy from Construction Specialties. Good memories..........

@alexandroshellas8524 3 года назад

Time to visit Bridgeport! I traveled to Volcano in Amador County after seeing your video on Volcano! Thanks! Need to visit more local towns!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We're honored that we inspire you to check out the towns we visit! What did you think of Volcano! We appreciate you watching and commenting! Thanks Alexandros!

@Corgis175 3 года назад

Nice little town to decompress. Ironically, the movie From out of the Past is on Noir Films tonight and I watched a good portion of it. Recognized the gas station and the character there.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

What a coincidence! That’s amazing. I actually had not watched it until I bought it after visiting Bridgeport!

@philcox3671 3 года назад

What a nice place peaceful looking, love little town's like that. Jeff you and Sarah are just amazing on your history your videos will keep history for generation's to see thank you for all you two do..

@johnb.carpenter6862 3 года назад

Great episode! Good hunting ! I want to go up there. I’ve passed by there many times. ... Cool old Cemetery. Early California pioneers.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We appreciate you watching and commenting, Gray Wolf!

@timberk5 3 года назад

Most favorite video to date. Love this town

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thanks Tim! We appreciate your support and feedback!!!

@DestinationsChronicles 3 года назад

Oh! You missed the Travertine Hot Springs on the edge of town. Great place for a relaxing hot dip! I wonder why they painted that beautiful old brick? Real keys at the Lodge? Well if it ain't broke don't fix it LOL

@themiccrazy 3 года назад

Very interesting history. I love all the old buildings

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Glad you like them! Old buildings have character! As always, we appreciate you watching and commenting!

@donaldhubbs4399 3 года назад

THANKS JEFF...VERY INFORMATIVE...THUMBS UP...

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@Slick2462 3 года назад

I always enjoy your videos and learn something too.👍

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Wow, thanks very much for watching our videos! Glad you enjoyed this one!

@MrMonkeyGeorge 3 года назад

Please tell more stories like the one at the end of the video. People need to hear what it was like in the past when law and order weren't enforced. Loved seeing all the original building.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

And I thought the story would be long for most! We will try to tell the stories when we find them. That was a horrible series of events.

@MrMonkeyGeorge 3 года назад

Have you thought of doing a video on the st Francis dam disaster. I think it would be cool to do a series with talking about the victims, graves, what life was like back then, the small camps near the dam and how it impacted the state. I can go on but you tell stories so well and you can tell that you really do your homework.

@jeepsandbeer3323 3 года назад

Thanks for another great video!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

@brianfuller7691 3 года назад

I love Bridgeport.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We appreciate you watching and commenting! Thank you!

@aaronandrews3059 3 года назад

I love Bridgeport and the buckeye hot springs. Bodie is also one of my favorite places.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Aaron thanks! Bodie is coming up! Glad you like our videos! Please subscribe if you have not! Thanks!

@kimleone5496 2 года назад

My parents used to take us camping in Bridgeport about every year when I was a kid. Beautiful area

@lifewithlulu4056 3 года назад

I stayed at walker river lodge. I loved it. Glad to see it still open. I almost stayed at the other one. They have great food.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We appreciate you watching and commenting! Sarah and I enjoyed the hot tub and pool and in this pandemic that was a rare treat!

@RandomVids-hx1py Год назад

I love stopping at BP on the way to Tahoe and back home ❤

@chriscarlson6549 3 года назад

When I was in the California national guard we use to fly up that way to Pickle Meadows witch is a USMC training center near there. We rent a car and go into town have dinner. Great lovely town full of history

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Very cool! We passed by that training camp! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@MsNevadakid 3 года назад

thanks guys! great job covering "bridgeport" ! ....happy trails always....

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thank you very much for your supportive comments. We appreciate you watching and commenting.

@Dive-Bar-Casanova 3 года назад

Did my cold weather combat training in Bridgeport when in the Marines. It wasn't as romantic an adventure as this fine video.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We passed by that facility coming and going! My mom used to remark about the Marines and get all excited to see them out training. Sarah and I didn't see a soul this last summer when we passed by! Thanks for watching!

@markmorley327 3 года назад

I love Bridgeport. It seems like it has not changed in the last 60 years as we ours drive through it about every 2 years. I always thought it would be an ideal place to live. Lots of fishing, hunting and exploring.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Yeah it's like I commented in the video ... Bridgeport seems like it's stuck in time! We appreciate you watching and commenting! Thank you!

@joeb7373 3 года назад

Dress warm!

@dennisboesiger1033 3 года назад

Was there in September of 2019. Power was out to ALL of Mono County for about a week, due to a "High Wind Event". Really enjoyed staying in the area for the week. I will be digging more into the history next visit. Bridgeport and Bodie should be on everyone's to do list.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Very cool! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@kittygonzalez2827 3 года назад

Believe me, I was up 250 miles away and we were shut off ...but we had been forgotten x 3 weeks, due to the LNU and the Glass Fires. They literally forgot our area, leading to no cellular signal and lack of evacuation warnings.

@erikduhon2369 3 года назад

😍 Beautiful!! I enjoy your vlogs! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

You are so welcome! Now ... thank you very much for watching and letting us know you enjoy them! It really encourages us, Erik!

@naybur74 3 года назад

the last 20 years of the 1800's are rarely known,but through you guys we know a lot more,the industrial age began right during the end of the civil war,begging with the Winchester riffle,and on into the last 20 yrs of the 1800's,and on into the turn of the century,wonderful blend of history,and movie triva.my dads side of the family is named "Bryant",but i don't think there is any realation.my das side come from the eastern part of the U.S.

@robertbiastre6037 2 года назад

I am learning so much about the history of the west coast. Thank you !!!

@jbenziggy 2 года назад

Fantastic! Thank you for your encouragement!

@2015_Rubicnn 3 года назад

I go to Bridgeport all the time...👍

@williampatculleton1414 3 года назад

Any where in this great area is wonderful and is like heaven at least u'r closer to heaven without being in heaven. As kids our family spent a few weeks in high Sierra every year. What a blessing that was and I passed on to my wonderful wife.last few months of her shorten life all she wanted was to spend it in the High Sierra's, mammoth lake's. Oh we honey mooned in June lake's.

@thesearcher118 3 года назад

I first saw this town in 1988, when I was a young Marine stationed at MCMWTC. We still go there at least once a year.

@martinjohnson4870 Год назад

One of my families favorite places to visit.

@dralbertpakin8895 11 месяцев назад

I love Small Town History. Thanks.

@jbenziggy 11 месяцев назад

Thank you so much!

@johnklein233 Год назад

We stayed one night in Bridgeport last summer. It is a neat little town. We look forward to staying there again in the future on our way to or from Lake Tahoe.

@vonwebber7852 3 года назад

As usual, I like your video format. I told a friend of mine who used to live in Bridgeport to check out your video. I think he will enjoy it!

@HistoryHunterSarah 3 года назад

Appreciate your sharing and watching! Thank you!

@larrymiller8210 3 года назад

Jeff sitting in Bridgeport as we speak. October 8, 2020. Actual watched your show in the car in town. Great story. We have been here several times and seen some of it but you have given us things we had no idea. Here until end of month and will.look at the buildings and cemetery, didn't even know it was here. Always enjoy your shows. Can see you spend alot of time researching. Thanks again Larry Miller San Diego ca.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thank you Larry. That’s pretty amazing that you’re there right now. The cemetery is off the beaten path a little ways but it’s worth going to. Just stay away from that rip off Shell station. LOL

@Frazzzld 2 года назад

I'm going to have to stop there next time I go see my brother who lives in Nevada. He always talks about fishing in Bridgeport. I also want to learn more about Agnes Patterson after hearing what her gravestone said. She must have been significant to the town at one time. Thanks for the great tour.

@pamelakern2849 3 года назад

Another wonderful video!! The town was lovely. The history information was the best !! I enjoyed the many stories about the town and its people. We are looking forward to your next video 🤩🤩

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! We appreciate you watching and commenting! They truly encourage us! Jeff & Sarah

@pigoff123 3 года назад

I have traveled all over Europe when my dad was stationed there from 72 to 96 but have never been to the west coast. Love hearing about it

@greggwatkinsjr.8298 3 года назад

Hello Jeff & Sarah, I subscribe to your channel couple of days ago, I love history and have been enjoying watching your videos.😀

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Welcome, Gregg! Glad you found us! We are excited to see lots of people who enjoy this channel! Thanks very much for watching and commenting!

@carolynpurser7469 3 месяца назад

Happy to see they opted to move the schoolhouse rather than tear it down.

@jbenziggy 3 месяца назад

As am I!

@nadiazahroon6573 3 года назад

Between this vlog and this old house, I want an old house now. California is still beautiful. Thanks for a great vlog, Jeff and Sara.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

California has many beautiful areas! This is one of them! Thanks Nadia for complimenting our episode!

@nadiazahroon6573 3 года назад

History Hunters Because I always enjoy them.

@johnkelsey2482 3 года назад

Excellent again....I really enjoy your vlogs....Thanks...

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thanks John! We appreciate you devoting part of your Sunday watching us!!!

@ECVCrabmeat 3 года назад

Crabmeat-Bodie 64 checking in. Satisfactory! Nice video. Thanks

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Awesome! Thank you! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@jamesmaroon6161 3 года назад

Hey Sir. I have been there. Not the town. I was in the Marine Corps in 1984 and trained there. Really liked it there it is really a beautiful place, not only to go fishing but also mountain climbing. Be safe and take care

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Hey James, thanks for the nice comment! Yes we passed by that on the way over the Sonora Pass! It's intrigued me as a kid to have such a remote place for training. I understand that it was established to train for the Korean Conflict> We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@jamesmaroon6161 3 года назад

@@jbenziggy your welcome sir

@trishayamada807 3 года назад

Many people in my family in the past worked at Allis-Chalmers. Fabulous to see a machine they may well have worked on.

@robertwatson39 3 года назад

An interesting video guys. I enjoyed it even though it’s not about my Country. Great job from Down Under.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@Jake-yx7ct 7 месяцев назад

I have a road trip in planning and Bridgeport is gonna be a stop for sure.

@ArizonaGhostriders 3 года назад

Great tour. Thanks.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@samsonkjoseph6087 3 года назад

Thank you beloved friends.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Our pleasure! Thank you! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@dsinavich5141 3 года назад

Hey what a nice peaceful town . Love old historical places ! Great vlog as always keep up the great vlogs guys! Deborah. Winnipeg. Canada

@jameslamoureux593 3 года назад

Thanks for another great episode!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Our pleasure, James! We appreciate you watching and commenting! Thanks so much! Jeff & Sarah

@yechezkelmendoza5698 3 года назад

This totally adds a different perspective than training up in Bridgeport in the Marine Corps.

@mikemotteberg3527 3 года назад

I wish I had a dollar for every time I Passed through that town, Not knowing all of that rich history !

@mikeholmes5824 3 года назад

Me too. I always enjoy driving through but now I'll have to stop and visit.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

I'm glad we filled you in on the history there! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@AB-ye7bw 3 года назад

It feels like I’ve just been to Bridgeport Vicariously through your video 😃

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Awesome! Thanks very much!

@blakemiller138 3 года назад

To bad the museum was closed. It is one of my favorites. It has so much cool historic artifacts. I remember being impressed with the guns on display. Nice job.

@markgeyer3591 3 года назад

Great video, I love the old photos,... Keep it up!

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thank you! Glad it was a good one to view for you! We will keep making videos as long as we have an eager audience like yourself! Thanks, Mark!

@steveblankenship5474 3 года назад

Great video, I’ve been there and it a wonderful stop to see those old buildings and that sporting goods store. A little south towards Nevada is Benton and I remember seeing historical places there.

@lynnschaeferle-zh4go 9 месяцев назад

It is important to preserve evidence of a life before standard factory type buildings that are cheap and not made for posterity. Cali is an ideal place for preservation, thanks to the fabulous climate.

@kathrynshurtleff7810 3 года назад

We were just in Bridgeport a week ago on 10/23, on our way back from Yosemite,( in order to catch some Fall Color). Whenever we're in Bridgeport it is our tradition to get a frosty at the drive-in. Neat place out of the 50's or 60's.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

Thanks very much for watching! A lot of people love that little town of Bridgeport!

@speedspeed121 3 года назад

I visited Birdgeport a couple of times this SUmmer. Great place

@brittanyvoss7522 3 года назад

It's a beautiful town ❤️

@heden1460 3 года назад

That was interesting. Lots of history in such a small place.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@davcon3 3 года назад

Driven through there many times on the way to Southern California from northern Nevada. We’ve never stopped. Might stop to check that open air museum. Great video. Thanks.

@jbenziggy 3 года назад

You should! Have fun if you do stop! We appreciate you watching and commenting!

@gregdavis19 3 года назад

Charming little town.