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Sturgis and the Blackhills of S.D. |
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Roger, Diane, Carl and Kelly left for Sturgis, SD, early in the morning on August 7th, arriving on the 9th. They spent a total of three days in Sturgis, touring the Blackhills National Forest and Custer State Park. After Sturgis, they went on to Yellowstone National Park. |
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Loaded up and ready to go to Sturgis. |
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We precariously unloaded Carl's Harley out of the bed of the Silverado. |
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Unloaded in Pierre, SD, and ready to ride the final leg of 200 miles to Sturgis. |
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Kelly fills up her Roadking at one of the frequent gas stops. We gassed up every 150 miles or so. |
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Bikers and Buffalo shared the road in the Custer State Park. Large herds of Buffalo and other animals roam free throughout the park. |
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A visit to the Blackhills would not be complete without a stop at Mt. Rushmore National Monument. |
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A small herd of cow Elk and their off spring liked hanging out in this river in the Blackhills. |
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Wild burrors were also plentiful in Custer State Park. This particular roadway is referred to as a wildlife loop. |
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