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Jerome, Idaho: Tin Man

A scrap plastic and metal trash barrel-chested "Tin Man" holds an ax and guards his field of derelict vehicles.

Address:
Hunt Rd, Jerome, ID
Directions:
Hunt Rd and E Perrine Rd
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Tin Man

Against all odds, he's still there as of August 2018 -- directly on the drive to the (sobering but very worthwhile) Minidoka Internment National Monument.

[Monica, 08/09/2018]

Tin Man.

Tin Man

Tin man stands guard with an axe over abandoned pickup trucks, campers, and farm equipment. This is really outback.

[Vince, 07/24/2013]

Also pushes the lower boundaries of tin-manhood. Seems like a strong wind could take out Mr. Trash Can Chest, so don't plan your vacation around this destination.


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Minidoka Internment CampMinidoka Internment Camp, Jerome, ID - 2 mi.
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