Edgerton lies very near to a trail system that was used in the 19th century and was at one time the edge of the frontier.Trail travel to Oregon or California generally took four to six months and the average distance covered was 10-15 miles per day. Pioneers traveled in groups and often cut a swath of up to twenty-five wagons across the trail. In inclement weather travelers slept underneath the wagon. Oxen more often than mules pulled the wagons, since they could graze on the indigenous grasses. Once again, Edgerton finds itself on the frontier, this time the frontier is expanding technology and logistics; where the oxen hoof once trod is a system of safe, high-speed highways of asphalt and steel rails...another exciting time for Edgerton as we experience new growth and new opportunity for prosperity. Join us as we honor our past and celebrate our community.
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