EP 8 - Big Kansas Road Trip – The Experience

This is the second episode of the 3-part series about the 2018 Big Kansas Road Trip. This episode focuses on the experience we had on the trip. Specifically, the people we met.

As a reminder, the Big Kansas Road Trip (BKRT) is hosted by the Kansas Sampler Foundation – whose mission is to preserve, sustain, and grow rural culture by educating Kansans about Kansas and by networking and supporting rural communities. And the Big Kansas Road Trip (BKRT) is a multi-day event where people are encouraged to explore 3 Kansas counties that have been selected by Kansas Sampler Foundation.

In the background of the BKRT is a vibe. There’s a rhythm of hospitality offering a consistent experience not typically available to travelers. Because these small towns were expecting visitors from all across Kansas, they were ready and willing to engage. People from Kansas are always friendly – but this was more than just saying hello as you passed each other on the sidewalk. They were there to represent their town and talk to strangers and engage in conversations usually reserved for your closest friends.