Monthly Archives: September 2016

Bad to the Bone

Posted on September 30, 2016 by tourdetom

Finally, just when I was certain I’d have to stop at Wall Drug for a stretch up popped the Badlands.  You may not even know what the heck I’m referring to — think of visiting the moon on earth:   … Continue reading →

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Memories or Nightmares?

Posted on September 28, 2016 by tourdetom

I was bombing down I-90 close the Badlands of South Dakota when I came upon a most peculiar sight (site): No, your eyes are not deceiving you nor were mine.  Only America could make this a tourist worthy place.  This … Continue reading →

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Sioux Sorry

Posted on September 28, 2016 by tourdetom

Have you ever driven through South Dakota? If the answer is yes than you can understand how easy it is to bypass Sioux Falls. Hint: it’s a very, very, very long drive!  Well, today I want to make amends for … Continue reading →

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Prairie Refuge

Posted on September 26, 2016 by tourdetom

I’ve lived in Minnesota my entire life and never once visited Pipestone National Monument.  Sure, I’ve grown up with the folklore and the pipes — my uncle was authorized by the Dakota to carve pipes from quarried pipestone.  The monument … Continue reading →

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