Where in the World Is Orchy?
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Orchy's Adventures in Safety
Orchy®* takes health and safety very seriously, so he is currently staying at home at Orchard's headquarters. He encourages everyone to practice social distancing and wear masks when that is difficult. Until it is safer to venture out, he wanted to share some of his past getaways with you. So for now, see if you can guess "Where in the World Was Orchy?" |
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A Covered Bridge to Another Time
One winter season not long ago, Orchy traveled to a holiday hotspot that is also one of the largest water-powered grist mills still in existence. At one time, there were approximately 100,000 mills in the US. Now there are less than 100 still in their original operating condition. This one was built in 1802 on the Little Miami River to take advantage of the natural power of the water funneled into the gorge.
Today, you can take a tour to see the inner workings of a mill, enjoy a home-cooked meal in the restaurant, or stop by the store to take home various flours milled right there. Like Orchy, many people over the last 32 years have visited during the holidays for the breathtaking view of four million lights that illuminate the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees, and bridges, including a 100-foot “waterfall” of twinkling lights. It takes six people most of three months to put up the display and program the accompanying light show, which has been featured in magazines and on The Great Christmas Light Fight television show.
Beyond the stunning lights, once you cross the covered bridge onto the site, you can also take in an animated miniature village, a Santa Claus museum, a huge toy collection, and Santa’s Workshop, where Santa is working live each day. Nearby, there is also the 1940s Gas Station Museum, completely stocked with original products like nickel candy bars and bottles of cold soda pop. It's easy to see why this destination won one of USA TODAY’S 10 Best Readers’ Choice 2019 Travel Awards! Orchy highly recommends you make a trip to see this magical place.
One winter season not long ago, Orchy traveled to a holiday hotspot that is also one of the largest water-powered grist mills still in existence. At one time, there were approximately 100,000 mills in the US. Now there are less than 100 still in their original operating condition. This one was built in 1802 on the Little Miami River to take advantage of the natural power of the water funneled into the gorge.
Today, you can take a tour to see the inner workings of a mill, enjoy a home-cooked meal in the restaurant, or stop by the store to take home various flours milled right there. Like Orchy, many people over the last 32 years have visited during the holidays for the breathtaking view of four million lights that illuminate the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees, and bridges, including a 100-foot “waterfall” of twinkling lights. It takes six people most of three months to put up the display and program the accompanying light show, which has been featured in magazines and on The Great Christmas Light Fight television show.
Beyond the stunning lights, once you cross the covered bridge onto the site, you can also take in an animated miniature village, a Santa Claus museum, a huge toy collection, and Santa’s Workshop, where Santa is working live each day. Nearby, there is also the 1940s Gas Station Museum, completely stocked with original products like nickel candy bars and bottles of cold soda pop. It's easy to see why this destination won one of USA TODAY’S 10 Best Readers’ Choice 2019 Travel Awards! Orchy highly recommends you make a trip to see this magical place.
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Can You Guess Where Orchy Is?
If you think you know where Orchy is, please submit your answer by December 18, 2020, to be eligible to win an Orchard prize package. *Orchy is a trademark of Orchard Software Corporation for installation of laboratory software and technical support services, namely, troubleshooting of computer software problems; maintenance of computer software.
Last Quarter Recap: In the last issue, Orchy shared a photo from his trip to view the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, Denmark. 
Congratulations, Jane! Jane Hermansen from the Mayo Foundation, correctly guessed Orchy’s location and is the Orchard prize package winner. |
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