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Itinerary
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Stop At: Devils Tower National Monument, Highway 110, Devils Tower, WY 82714

Devils Tower rises above the surrounding grassland and ponderosa pine forests like a rocky sentinel.

To understand the place called Devils Tower also requires many perspectives. Ancient peoples have lived around the Tower for thousands of years; their modern descendants still maintain a connection with this place on a physical and a spiritual level. Oral histories passed down by various American Indian tribes, as well as their present-day ceremonies, offer us important perspectives of the Tower.
Historically, many tribes of the Great Plains and Black Hills regions had connections with the area around Devils Tower. Today there are over two dozen tribes associated with the Tower site. Indigenous people of the region today include: Arapaho, Crow, Cheyenne, Shoshone and Lakota.
Most tribes that lived in or near the Black Hills had individual oral histories about the creation of the Tower. Although there are similar elements to many of these stories, they are unique in the details.



Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Aladdin General Store, 4001 State Highway 24, Aladdin, WY 82710-9700

Aladdin, Wyoming is a small community (pop. 15) located in the extreme northeast corner of the state of Wyoming.

Bill Robinson built the Aladdin General Store in 1896 using lumber from Pearson Sawmill. At first a saloon, the store served as a post office, train depot, barbershop, freight station, gas station and general location to purchase all items one might need.

Today it makes for an intriguing rest stop and great photo ops.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Bear Butte State Park, SD

This geological formation is one of several intrusions of igneous rock in the Black Hills that formed millions of years ago.

Bear Butte has been a sacred mountain for many Indian tribes for more than 4,000 years. The mountain is both a state park and a holy site for many American Indian tribes who come here to hold ceremonies and is considered sacred by many of the area’s Native American tribes, so hikers will likely encounter religious offerings around the park's trail system. (Please leave them undisturbed.)

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Old Fort Meade Museum, 50 Sheridan Rd, Sturgis, SD 57741-9998

It was here, that the Star Spangled Banner first became the official music for the military retreat ceremony, long before in became the National Anthem. In 1892, the post commander began the custom of playing the "Star Spangled Banner" at military ceremonies and requested that all people rise and pay it proper respect long before it became the National Anthem.

Fort Meade was established in 1878-79 by units of the 7th Cavalry. The mission of the post was to provide military protection against the Sioux for the gold seekers and settlers who had invaded the region. Its strategic location at the mouth of the natural gap in the hogback ridge forming the outer rim of the Black Hills, on the main Indian trail to the favorite hunting grounds of the Sioux, and near the confluence of the heavily-traveled Bismarck, Fort Pierre and Sidney trails of the pioneers.

Today, the Museum in the former officers headquarters, offers in-depth history of Fort Meade (including famous Captain Reno incident).

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Sturgis, Sturgis, South Dakota

On our return to Rapid City, we tour the infamous Sturgis Main Street (stopping for photos).

Duration: 10 minutes

• All Fees and Taxes
• Bottled water
• Snacks - Crackers/Chips/Cookies
• Lunch - Sub choice ham or turkey or salad (you may bring your own lunch/beverage)
• Private transportation
• Entry/Admission - Devils Tower National Monument
• Entry/Admission - Old Fort Meade Museum

• Gratuites are Not Included

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Handicap Van is available for wheelchair touring. Van has convertible top that slides open as needed and has large side windows. Contact us if you have special needs.
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Face masks provided for travelers
• Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
• Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
• Gear/equipment sanitized between use
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
• Guides required to regularly wash hands
• Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
• COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
• Lots of 'Sunshine and Fresh Air' touring. Jeeps do have transparent tops and sides that can be closed for inclement weather. Guides wear masks were required and/or requested. No Hugs - No Handshakes - No Offense :o)

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.