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Road Trip: South Dakota

9/9/2020

The Socially Distanced Road Trip

Anything a writer does is research to a certain extent. With current circumstances, we decided to take a socially distanced road trip. What if Donna and Mark took an occasional road trip and left Legacy for a week or two? We've already seen what trouble they can get into on a cruise or even traveling to nearby Arkansas.

We hit the road in our trusty car keeping six feet between ourself and the next car. At this point, I should say what cars? The empty road stretched for miles. Our first stop was at a rest stop in Chamberlain, SD to visit the beautiful dignity statue. The artist used female models of three different ages to achieve the appropriate carriage and facial expression. You can judge for yourself.

Dignity Statue

The second major stop was in Wall, South Dakota. Its main attraction was a drugstore that offered five cent coffee and free ice water to attract travelers.It grew into a smaller version of Gatlinburg with unique stores and restaurants. There is lots of photo opportunities. ( This was the one place we saw lots of people. We all did a lot of ducking and weaving to keep our distance.)

Annie Oakley/Wall Drugs

Bucking Bronco/Wall Drugs

Seventeen hours later and two time changes we made it to Hot Springs, South Dakota. We found a wildlife welcoming committee in Wind Cave National Park.

An enthusiastic hello or possibly begging for a treat.

Early welcomers

We had a great time hiking in the parks, visiting the Crazy Horse monument , driving through Needles Highway with its narrow tunnels carved through the rock, and visiting the Mammoth Site with complete mammoth skeletons. We also were able to visit the mineral springs, from which Hot Springs takes its name. Just imagine Donna and Mark making the same trip and possibly stumbling across a murder! We also played with the idea of them driving an RV. Love to hear your opinion on this.

The Mammoth Experience

Hubby with Missouri River in the background.

The View from Needles Highway

A great time was had by all. I'd recommend checking out South Dakota. The people and scenery are wonderful. Go early because snow can be an issue and highways close.

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