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Posted on September 15, 2011 at 8:32am
June 4th – Crazy Horse. Off bright and early to Crazy Horse because this weekend there is a special event—the Volksmarch. Just once a year, Crazy Horse memorial opens up to the Volksmarch and allows visitors to walk up onto this giant sculptor- specifically Crazy Horse’s arm. So here we are along with thousands (as many as 15,000 have participated) hiking the 6.2 round trip trail to Crazy Horse’s arm. Just imaging thousands of people of all nationalities, ages, and appearances…
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June 2nd – Mt Rushmore. Finally we get to see Mt Rushmore- can’t believe it. Took Iron Mountain Road from south to north and what views! There are three small (no RV’s thru these babies) tunnels blasted through rock with large signs stating “honk horn when approaching”. Let me say they mean – honk the horn!! These are single lane tunnels with significant curves at both ends—so no way could you see if anyone was coming before you enter the tunnel. Better yet- imagine seeing Mt…
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June 1st – Harney Peak hike. As if yesterday’s hike wasn’t enough, we decide to do the Harney Peak hike. Some background: 3.2 miles to the highest point in SD and per the brochure the highest point east of the Rocky Mountain Range. The brochure also says it is difficult with a strong ascent, especially the last mile. Again with the definitions- this means that for 2.2 miles you walk uphill at 45 degrees- breathing like a freight train then you have the pleasure of walking 1…
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May 31st – Lover’s Leap – makes you wonder about today’s plans??? Noel wants to do a hike so off we go to what the hiking book says is a beautiful hike. Okay- the good parts of the hike—awesome views almost the entire way, I was so busy looking all around that I developed stump toe (think about it—all those tree roots and me not paying any attention.) Then at the top- here is a giant rock face you can scramble up and look down onto this picturesque valley- so serene and…
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