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Welcome<br />

Welcome <strong>to</strong> Legendary <strong>North</strong> Dakota, <strong>the</strong> friendliest state in <strong>the</strong> nation as ranked by<br />

a 2008 Cambridge University study! Get ready <strong>to</strong> show your <strong>to</strong>ur group incredible<br />

sunrises and sunsets, vibrant colors <strong>of</strong> picture-perfect landscapes, painted canyons<br />

and <strong>the</strong> “<strong>North</strong> Dakota Badlands.” Have your guests walk where Custer walked,<br />

stand where Sitting Bull s<strong>to</strong>od and discover <strong>the</strong> majesty <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Missouri <strong>River</strong> like<br />

Lewis and Clark. Delight <strong>the</strong>ir taste buds with ethnic foods and two-step in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> city<br />

for exciting nightlife. Make it a learning-based vacation or schedule a special event<br />

showcasing our culture and heritage, and your <strong>to</strong>ur through <strong>North</strong> Dakota is sure <strong>to</strong><br />

be a big success. We are happy <strong>to</strong> be your host.<br />

About <strong>the</strong> Guide<br />

This edition <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota group travel guide is designed <strong>to</strong> show you in vivid<br />

color what a great place our state is <strong>to</strong> visit. This guide works <strong>along</strong> with <strong>the</strong> <strong>North</strong><br />

Dakota Travel Guide and <strong>North</strong> Dakota Tourism Web site, ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com, <strong>to</strong> create<br />

a group travel package with general information, visi<strong>to</strong>r centers, mileage charts,<br />

scenic drives, itinerary assistance and transportation services. We have provided<br />

contact numbers, direct links for passport issues, receptive services and convention<br />

and visi<strong>to</strong>rs bureaus. We have also included several sample itineraries <strong>to</strong> give you<br />

an idea how <strong>North</strong> Dakota fits in<strong>to</strong> your <strong>to</strong>ur.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Tourism has pr<strong>of</strong>essional digital pho<strong>to</strong>graphs <strong>to</strong> assist in marketing<br />

your <strong>to</strong>urs <strong>to</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota. They are available for download at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com. For<br />

additional planning assistance and <strong>to</strong>ols <strong>to</strong> market your <strong>to</strong>ur, please contact Deanne<br />

Felchle, CTIS, Group Travel Marketing Direc<strong>to</strong>r.<br />

Have a Legendary Day!<br />

Disclaimer:<br />

At <strong>the</strong> time <strong>of</strong> this printing, <strong>North</strong> Dakota Tourism Division verified <strong>the</strong> accuracy <strong>of</strong> this guide’s<br />

information. Please verify prices, dates and hours when you call for reservations.<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong> Credits:<br />

Gerald Blank, David Borlaug, Dawn Charging, Ren Davis, Sheldon Green, Chuck Haney, Pat Hertz,<br />

Will Kincaid, Bill Kingsbury, Dan Koeck, Kelly Krabbenh<strong>of</strong>t, David Lee, Hea<strong>the</strong>r LeMoine,<br />

Anne Lennox, Jason Lindsey, Marc Muench, David Nix, ND Tourism, Rebecca Pedersen,<br />

Felicia Sargeant, State His<strong>to</strong>rical Society <strong>of</strong> ND, Tweten’s Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy, Harold Umber, Bruce Wendt,<br />

Clay<strong>to</strong>n Wolt, Ken Yetter and Jim Zielsdorf.<br />

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Table <strong>of</strong> Contents<br />

Welcome ......................................................................................................................... 1<br />

About <strong>the</strong> Guide ................................................................................................................ 1<br />

Table <strong>of</strong> Contents ............................................................................................................... 2<br />

U.S. Mileage Chart.............................................................................................................. 3<br />

“Get Going” in <strong>North</strong> Dakota ................................................................................................ 4<br />

State Tidbits and Facts ..................................................................................................... 5-6<br />

Legends <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota ..................................................................................................... 6<br />

Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider Awards ............................................................................... 6<br />

Itineraries<br />

Badlands Scenic Tour & More ..................................................................................... 7-8<br />

<strong>Border</strong> To <strong>Border</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Canada</strong> <strong>along</strong> The <strong>Red</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>North</strong> ..................................... 9-10<br />

Branch Across Interstate 94 .................................................................................. 11-12<br />

Bread, Butter and Jam Ag Tour .............................................................................. 13-14<br />

Explore More With Lewis and Clark ..........................................................................15-16<br />

Families, Friends and Neighbors Tour .......................................................................17-18<br />

Heart <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota Tour ................................................................................... 19-20<br />

Natural Waves & Native Ways .................................................................................21-22<br />

Scenery One, Take 2 and Action!.............................................................................23-24<br />

Annual Events and Festivals ...........................................................................................25-26<br />

Free Things To Do ............................................................................................................ 26<br />

Receptive Opera<strong>to</strong>rs and Step-on Guide Services .............................................................27-28<br />

Regulations and Passport, <strong>Border</strong> Crossing and Duty-Free Information .................................... 28<br />

CVBs and Chambers Links .............................................................................................29-30<br />

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From Bismarck <strong>to</strong>:<br />

Miles KM Hours<br />

Albuquerque .... 1125 ..... 1811 ..... 17:00<br />

Atlanta ............. 1500 ..... 2415 ..... 23:00<br />

Billings ...............425 .......684 ....... 6:30<br />

Boise ............... 1040 ..... 1674 ..... 16:00<br />

Bos<strong>to</strong>n ............. 1825 ..... 2938 ..... 28:00<br />

Calgary ..............825 ..... 1328 ..... 12:30<br />

Charlotte .......... 1550 ..... 2496 ..... 24:00<br />

Chicago ..............850 ..... 1369 ..... 14:00<br />

Dallas .............. 1250 ..... 2013 ..... 19:00<br />

Denver ...............700 ..... 1127 ..... 11:00<br />

Des Moines .........663 ..... 1067 ..... 10:00<br />

Detroit ............ 1100 ..... 1771 ..... 17:00<br />

Indianapolis ...... 1000 ..... 1610 ..... 15:00<br />

Las Vegas ......... 1360 ..... 2190 ..... 21:00<br />

Los Angeles ...... 1690 ..... 2721 ..... 26:00<br />

Louisville .......... 1125 ..... 1811 ..... 17:00<br />

Madison .............725 ..... 1167 ..... 11:00<br />

Miami .............. 2138 ..... 3442 ..... 33:00<br />

US Mileage Map<br />

Miles KM Hours<br />

Minneapolis ........450 .......725 ....... 7:00<br />

Nashville .......... 1275 .... 2053 ..... 19:30<br />

New Orleans ..... 1600 ..... 2576 ..... 24:30<br />

New York City ... 1650 ..... 2657 ..... 25:00<br />

Oklahoma City ....970 ..... 1562 ..... 15:00<br />

Phoenix ............ 1480 ..... 2383 ..... 23:00<br />

Pittsburgh ........ 1275 ..... 2053 ..... 19:30<br />

Portland ........... 1275 ..... 2053 ..... 19:30<br />

Raleigh ............ 1605 ..... 2584 ..... 24:30<br />

Rapid City ..........330 .......531 ....... 5:00<br />

Regina ...............360 .......580 ....... 5:30<br />

St. Louis .......... 1042 ..... 1678 ..... 16:00<br />

Salt Lake City .....950 ..... 1530 ..... 14:30<br />

San Francisco .. 1625 ..... 2616 ..... 25:00<br />

Seattle ............. 1260 ..... 2029 ..... 19:00<br />

Tampa ............. 1950 ..... 3140 ..... 30:00<br />

Washing<strong>to</strong>n, D.C. 1550 ..... 2496 ..... 24:00<br />

Winnipeg ............380 .......531 ....... 5:30<br />

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“Get Going” in <strong>North</strong> Dakota<br />

Major east-west routes<br />

Interstate 94 or highways 2 and<br />

200<br />

Major north-south routes<br />

Interstate 29, highways 281, 83<br />

and 85<br />

Driving conditions<br />

Call 511 in state or 1-866-696-<br />

3511 out <strong>of</strong> state<br />

Road construction, load<br />

restrictions, wea<strong>the</strong>r and speed<br />

zone information<br />

dot.nd.gov/travel/travel.htm<br />

Information on <strong>the</strong> following<br />

services<br />

ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com/get<strong>the</strong>re/<br />

transportation<br />

Car rental<br />

Available at larger airports and<br />

communities across <strong>North</strong> Dakota<br />

Taxi and shuttle services<br />

Available in Bismarck-Mandan,<br />

Devils Lake, Fargo, James<strong>to</strong>wn,<br />

Minot, Willis<strong>to</strong>n and Grand Forks<br />

Public city transportation<br />

Available in Bismarck-Mandan,<br />

Fargo and Grand Forks<br />

Public intrastate transportation<br />

Rimrock Stages (east-west<br />

carrier serving Interstate 94),<br />

rimrocktrailways.com/schedule_<br />

contact.htm; Jefferson Lines<br />

(north-south carrier serving<br />

Interstate 29), jeffersonlines.com<br />

Amtrak railway service<br />

Fargo, Grand Forks, Devils<br />

Lake, Rugby, Minot, Stanley and<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Scheduled air service<br />

Daily departures by <strong>North</strong>west<br />

Airlines plus regional airlines,<br />

including United Express-Skywest,<br />

Delta Connections-Skywest,<br />

<strong>North</strong>west-Mesaba Airlines,<br />

Allegiant Air, Great Lakes Airlines<br />

and United-Frontier<br />

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Capi<strong>to</strong>l Building, Bismarck<br />

2<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n Minot<br />

Devils Lake<br />

85 83<br />

Grand Forks<br />

29<br />

Medora<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Dickinson<br />

94<br />

Bismarck Fargo<br />

State Tidbits and Facts<br />

State Flag<br />

Capital City<br />

Bismarck is home <strong>to</strong> our capi<strong>to</strong>l, <strong>the</strong> “Skyscraper on <strong>the</strong> Prairie,” which<br />

<strong>to</strong>wers 19 s<strong>to</strong>ries.<br />

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Trivia<br />

What was <strong>the</strong> city’s name prior <strong>to</strong> Bismarck?<br />

Answer<br />

The city became Edwin<strong>to</strong>n, May 1872. On July 17,<br />

1873, it was renamed Bismarck for <strong>the</strong> Chancellor <strong>of</strong><br />

Germany, Prince Ot<strong>to</strong> Eduard Leopold von Bismarck-<br />

Schonhausen. This was <strong>to</strong> please him and try <strong>to</strong> get<br />

him <strong>to</strong> invest in <strong>the</strong> railroad. He never invested in<br />

<strong>the</strong> railroad.<br />

Statehood<br />

Admitted <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> union November 2, 1889, as <strong>the</strong><br />

39th state.<br />

Trivia<br />

What President went <strong>to</strong> great lengths <strong>to</strong> obscure <strong>the</strong><br />

order in which he signed <strong>North</strong> Dakota and South<br />

Dakota in<strong>to</strong> statehood?<br />

Answer<br />

President Benjamin Harrison. The exact order <strong>of</strong><br />

which <strong>North</strong> and South Dakota were signed is<br />

unknown.<br />

Download more tidbits, facts and guide notes at<br />

ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

Wheat, <strong>the</strong> #1 crop<br />

State Flower, <strong>the</strong> Prairie Rose<br />

Theodore Roosevelt<br />

Legends <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota<br />

S<strong>to</strong>ries <strong>of</strong> great legends live on through our culture<br />

and heritage. Come closer and share in <strong>North</strong><br />

Dakota’s, we have plenty. Here, Lewis and Clark<br />

explored <strong>the</strong> boundaries <strong>of</strong> land and culture. A young<br />

man named Theodore Roosevelt gained respect in<br />

<strong>the</strong> West before becoming a United States President.<br />

An American Indian girl named Sakakawea joined<br />

<strong>the</strong> Corps <strong>of</strong> Discovery and provided valuable<br />

interpretation and guidance. Here, <strong>the</strong> “yellowhaired”<br />

General George Armstrong Custer<br />

commanded <strong>the</strong> 7th Cavalry before meeting his fate<br />

at <strong>the</strong> Battle <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Little Big Horn. Custer’s rival in<br />

that battle, Sitting Bull, rode from here as well —<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota was <strong>the</strong> home <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Hunkpapa Lakota<br />

Sioux chief.<br />

Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider<br />

Awards<br />

The award recognizes present or former <strong>North</strong><br />

Dakotans who have achieved national recognition<br />

in <strong>the</strong>ir fields <strong>of</strong> endeavor. Recipients <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> award<br />

are chosen by <strong>the</strong> Governor, with concurrence <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

Secretary <strong>of</strong> State and Direc<strong>to</strong>r <strong>of</strong> State His<strong>to</strong>rical<br />

Society. As <strong>of</strong> May 2008, 36 <strong>North</strong> Dakotans have<br />

received <strong>the</strong> award. Their portraits are on display in<br />

<strong>the</strong> lower level <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> capi<strong>to</strong>l building. To name just a<br />

few:<br />

• Phil Jackson, world champion pro basketball<br />

coach<br />

• Louis L’Amour, acclaimed western writer<br />

• Lawrence Welk, musician and TV entertainer<br />

• Roger Maris, pro baseball legend<br />

• Angie Dickinson, TV and movie actress<br />

For a complete list: governor.nd.gov/awards/rrgallery<br />

State Bird, <strong>the</strong> Meadowlark<br />

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<strong>North</strong> Dakota Badlands<br />

2<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n Minot<br />

Devils Lake<br />

85 83<br />

Grand Forks<br />

29<br />

Medora<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Dickinson<br />

94<br />

Bismarck Fargo<br />

Tour route is shown in orange<br />

Bison in Theodore Roosevelt<br />

National Park<br />

Badlands Scenic Tour & More<br />

Incredible scenery takes your breath away as you drive through <strong>the</strong> Badlands.<br />

Take red scoria rocks, green fields and blue sky; add a buffalo herd, some<br />

antelope or deer; and <strong>to</strong>ss in a fossil dig, petrified forest, musical, Enchanted<br />

Highway and delicious food s<strong>to</strong>ps and shops for a full recipe <strong>of</strong> adventure and fun.<br />

Find Internet links and Web addresses for <strong>the</strong>se attractions at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

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Day 1<br />

Paleon<strong>to</strong>logical Lab, Bowman<br />

Join a team <strong>of</strong> experts on a field<br />

expedition <strong>to</strong> fossil-bearing sites.<br />

Enchanted Highway, Regent<br />

Larger-than-life metal sculptures<br />

considered classic American folk<br />

art.<br />

Dakota Dinosaur Museum,<br />

Dickinson<br />

Showcasing <strong>the</strong> prehis<strong>to</strong>ric life <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota, including T-Rex,<br />

and life-size Tricera<strong>to</strong>ps and<br />

Pachycephalosaurus.<br />

Prairie Outpost Park, Dickinson<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Germans-from-Russia<br />

s<strong>to</strong>ne house, Norwegian stabbur<br />

and veteran’s chapel.<br />

South Unit Theodore Roosevelt<br />

National Park, Medora<br />

Located in <strong>the</strong> beautiful Badlands,<br />

featuring Theodore Roosevelt’s<br />

ranch cabin, and buffalo, elk, wild<br />

horses, bighorn sheep, mule deer<br />

and prairie dog <strong>to</strong>wns.<br />

The Medora Musical, Medora<br />

Broadway-style production <strong>of</strong>fering<br />

great family entertainment with<br />

western and patriotic salutes.<br />

Medora Musical<br />

Day 2<br />

Prairie Fire Pottery, Beach<br />

Vibrant glazed colors, unique and<br />

hand-crafted pottery.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Unit Theodore Roosevelt<br />

National Park, Watford City<br />

Unit features popular vistas,<br />

prairie dogs, buffalo and wildlife<br />

viewing.<br />

Long X Visi<strong>to</strong>r Center and<br />

Museum, Watford City<br />

Features <strong>the</strong> area’s cultural,<br />

geological, his<strong>to</strong>rical and<br />

geographic attractions.<br />

Killdeer Mountain Four Bears<br />

Scenic Byway, Killdeer<br />

This scenic byway leads travelers<br />

around sweeping curves, up and<br />

down hills and through Badlands<br />

landscapes.<br />

Pitchfork Fondue, Medora<br />

Lewis and Clark <strong>River</strong>boat,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Day 3<br />

Knife <strong>River</strong> Indian Villages<br />

National His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Stan<strong>to</strong>n<br />

The meeting place <strong>of</strong> Lewis<br />

and Clark and Indian guide,<br />

Sakakawea, and her husband,<br />

Charbonneau.<br />

Lewis and Clark Interpretive<br />

Center, Washburn<br />

Exhibits and interpretive program<br />

on native people, Karl Bodmer’s<br />

art and <strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark<br />

Expedition.<br />

Fort Mandan Visi<strong>to</strong>r’s Center,<br />

Washburn<br />

Lewis and Clark’s reconstructed<br />

winter fort <strong>of</strong> 1804-1805.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Capi<strong>to</strong>l Building,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Unique 19-s<strong>to</strong>ry art deco<br />

“Skyscraper on <strong>the</strong> Prairie.”<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Largest state museum featuring<br />

exhibits on his<strong>to</strong>ry, immigration,<br />

early native people, dinosaurs,<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark Expedition and<br />

Indian War period.<br />

Lewis and Clark <strong>River</strong>boat,<br />

Bismarck<br />

150-passenger riverboat <strong>of</strong>fering<br />

cruises on <strong>the</strong> mighty Missouri<br />

<strong>River</strong> with scenic views <strong>of</strong><br />

Bismarck (east) and Mandan<br />

(west) and natural riverbot<strong>to</strong>m<br />

land.<br />

Prairie Fire Pottery, Beach<br />

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Scheels Ferris Wheel, Fargo<br />

2<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n Minot<br />

Devils Lake<br />

85 83<br />

Grand Forks<br />

29<br />

Medora<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Dickinson<br />

94<br />

Bismarck Fargo<br />

Tour route is shown in orange<br />

<strong>Border</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Border</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Canada</strong><br />

<strong>along</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Red</strong> <strong>River</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>North</strong><br />

International Peace Garden,<br />

Dunseith<br />

Luscious, rich farmlands stretch for miles on ei<strong>the</strong>r side <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Red</strong> <strong>River</strong>, a rare,<br />

north-flowing waterway. This “gateway” <strong>to</strong> America’s West holds true from <strong>the</strong><br />

first United States military fort in what became <strong>North</strong> Dakota, <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> rise <strong>of</strong><br />

American bonanza farms and railroads that carried abundant wheat and grains<br />

across <strong>the</strong> nation. Your <strong>to</strong>ur group can celebrate Scandinavian heritage, throw<br />

in a line at “Catfish Days” or experience fun events like Ribfest, Blues Fest, arts<br />

and craft fairs and performing arts in <strong>the</strong> parks. Find Internet links and Web<br />

addresses for <strong>the</strong>se attractions at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

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Day 1<br />

Bagg Bonanza Farm, Moore<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Westward expansion still<br />

preserved at a genuine American<br />

bonanza farm.<br />

Prairie Rose Carousel, Wahpe<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Pick a horse <strong>of</strong> many colors or<br />

enjoy a bench, just make sure you<br />

take a ride.<br />

Chahinkapa Zoo, Wahpe<strong>to</strong>n<br />

More than 200 animals from six<br />

continents and 60 species.<br />

Fort Abercrombie State His<strong>to</strong>ric<br />

Site, Abercrombie<br />

First U.S. military fort in what<br />

would become <strong>North</strong> Dakota<br />

guarded <strong>the</strong> oxcart trails, supply<br />

wagon trains, stagecoaches and<br />

steamboat traffic <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Red</strong> <strong>River</strong>.<br />

Fargo Theatre, Fargo<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric landmark features a<br />

“Mighty Wurlitzer” pipe organ and<br />

hosts <strong>the</strong> Fargo Film Festival.<br />

Roger Maris Museum, Fargo<br />

Museum dedicated <strong>to</strong> baseball<br />

great Roger Maris, who grew up in<br />

Fargo and is famous for hitting 61<br />

home runs in 1961.<br />

Scheels Wheel, Fargo<br />

A 45-foot, 12-car, 1953 park-style<br />

Ferris wheel inside <strong>the</strong> world’s<br />

largest all-sports s<strong>to</strong>re.<br />

Fort Abercrombie, Abercrombie<br />

West Acres, Fargo<br />

Day 2<br />

Bonanzaville, West Fargo<br />

Large collection <strong>of</strong> artifacts,<br />

his<strong>to</strong>ric homes, air museum,<br />

blacksmith shop and more.<br />

Fargo Air Museum, Fargo<br />

More than 20 civilian and<br />

military aircraft and many<br />

exhibits honoring military and air<br />

explorers.<br />

Center for Aerospace Sciences,<br />

University <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Features an atmospherium, high<br />

altitude chamber, flight and air<br />

traffic control simula<strong>to</strong>rs and <strong>the</strong><br />

Regional Wea<strong>the</strong>r Information<br />

Center.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Museum <strong>of</strong> Art,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Exhibitions and permanent<br />

collections <strong>of</strong> regional, national<br />

and international fine art.<br />

Ralph & Betty Engelstad Arena,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Home <strong>to</strong> UND’s nationally-ranked<br />

hockey team. Built for $100 million<br />

by a former player and founder<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Las Vegas Imperial Palace<br />

Casino.<br />

Pembina State Museum, Pembina<br />

Features a seven-s<strong>to</strong>ry observation<br />

<strong>to</strong>wer with a panoramic view.<br />

Fargo Theatre<br />

Day 3<br />

Gingras Trading Post, Walhalla<br />

Original standing structure built by<br />

Euro-Americans in <strong>North</strong> Dakota.<br />

Frost Fire Mountain Ski Lodge/<br />

Summer Theater, Walhalla<br />

Downhill skiing and dramatic<br />

stage performances at <strong>the</strong> outdoor<br />

summer <strong>the</strong>ater.<br />

Icelandic State Park, Cavalier<br />

Camp by <strong>the</strong> lake and visit<br />

<strong>the</strong> Pioneer Heritage Center,<br />

Gunlogson Homestead and <strong>the</strong><br />

nature preserve.<br />

Rendezvous Region Scenic<br />

Backway<br />

11.5 miles winding <strong>along</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> Pembina <strong>River</strong>. Enjoy <strong>the</strong><br />

panorama <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pembina Gorge<br />

plus <strong>the</strong> recreational, his<strong>to</strong>rical<br />

and natural scenic opportunities <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> area.<br />

International Peace Garden,<br />

Dunseith<br />

Straddles <strong>the</strong> international<br />

border with <strong>Canada</strong> and features<br />

150,000 flowers, Peace Chapel,<br />

International Music Camp, 120foot<br />

Peace Tower and a 9/11<br />

Memorial built with steel from <strong>the</strong><br />

World Trade Center.<br />

Mystical Horizons, Carbury<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota’s “S<strong>to</strong>nehenge”<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> prairie with breathtaking<br />

views.<br />

Frost Fire Theater, Walhalla<br />

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Branch Across Interstate 94<br />

Let your <strong>to</strong>ur loose for shopping like <strong>the</strong>re’s no<br />

<strong>to</strong>morrow, fine dining, exquisite art, <strong>the</strong>ater<br />

presentations and special events. Wait, <strong>the</strong>re’s more!<br />

Show <strong>the</strong>m legendary treasures <strong>along</strong> <strong>the</strong> way — listening <strong>to</strong> folklore <strong>of</strong> white<br />

buffalo, digging in<strong>to</strong> dinosaur discoveries and finding yourself in colorful canyon<br />

lands that clearly must hold secrets. Find Internet links and Web addresses for<br />

<strong>the</strong>se attractions at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

Bonanzaville, West Fargo<br />

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Day 1<br />

Fargo Theatre, Fargo<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric landmark featuring a<br />

“Mighty Wurlitzer” pipe organ and<br />

<strong>the</strong> Fargo Film Festival.<br />

Plains Art Museum, Fargo<br />

Accredited art museum featuring<br />

national and regional exhibits.<br />

Bonanzaville, West Fargo<br />

Large collection <strong>of</strong> artifacts,<br />

his<strong>to</strong>ric homes, air museum,<br />

blacksmith shop and more.<br />

Shopper’s haven in <strong>the</strong> 13th<br />

Avenue Southwest area, West<br />

Fargo and Fargo<br />

Super sports, outlet and big brand<br />

shopping, plus craft and kitchen<br />

s<strong>to</strong>res galore!<br />

Rosebud Visi<strong>to</strong>r Center,<br />

Valley City<br />

Interpretation <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Sheyenne<br />

Valley, Agriculture Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame<br />

and an 1881 railroad car.<br />

National Buffalo Museum,<br />

Frontier Village & World’s<br />

Largest Buffalo, James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Buffalo herd featuring rare albino<br />

buffalo, plus a 60-<strong>to</strong>n concrete<br />

buffalo and Frontier Village.<br />

Dakota Dinosaur<br />

Museum, Dickinson<br />

National Buffalo Museum,<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Day 2<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Largest state museum features<br />

exhibits on his<strong>to</strong>ry, immigration,<br />

early native people, dinosaurs,<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark Expedition and<br />

Indian War period.<br />

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park,<br />

Mandan<br />

Military command post featuring<br />

<strong>the</strong> reconstructed home <strong>of</strong> General<br />

George Custer and his wife, Libbie.<br />

On-A-Slant Indian Village,<br />

Mandan<br />

Mandan Indian earthlodge village<br />

within Fort Abraham Lincoln State<br />

Park.<br />

Five Nations Art Depot, Mandan<br />

Au<strong>the</strong>ntic American Indian bead<br />

work, music, paintings, jewelry,<br />

sculptures and baskets.<br />

Dakota Dinosaur Museum,<br />

Dickinson<br />

Showcasing <strong>the</strong> prehis<strong>to</strong>ric life<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota, including T-Rex<br />

and life-size Tricera<strong>to</strong>ps and<br />

Pachycephalosaurus.<br />

Prairie Outpost Park, Dickinson<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Germans-from-Russia<br />

s<strong>to</strong>ne house, Norwegian stabbur<br />

and veteran’s chapel.<br />

Custer House at Fort<br />

Lincoln<br />

Day 3<br />

Theodore Roosevelt National<br />

Park, Medora<br />

Located in <strong>the</strong> beautiful Badlands<br />

and named for <strong>the</strong> President who<br />

lived here. Features Theodore<br />

Roosevelt’s cabin from <strong>the</strong> Maltese<br />

Cross Ranch and a 36-mile loop<br />

drive through <strong>the</strong> park with a<br />

view <strong>of</strong> buffalo, deer, elk, bighorn<br />

sheep, wild horses, mule deer and<br />

prairie dog <strong>to</strong>wns.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Cowboy Hall Of<br />

Fame, Medora<br />

Showing <strong>the</strong> life <strong>of</strong> cowboys,<br />

homesteaders and trail drivers.<br />

See Sitting Bull’s headdress!<br />

Chateau de Morés State His<strong>to</strong>ric<br />

Site, Medora<br />

The frontier home <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> famous<br />

French nobleman who founded <strong>the</strong><br />

city <strong>of</strong> Medora.<br />

Pitchfork Fondue, Medora<br />

A real western steak meal served<br />

on <strong>the</strong> bluffs overlooking Medora.<br />

Medora Musical follows.<br />

The Medora Musical, Medora<br />

Must-see Broadway-style variety<br />

show and colorful production<br />

at <strong>the</strong> spectacular Burning<br />

Hills Amphi<strong>the</strong>atre. Western<br />

entertainment and a patriotic<br />

salute are part <strong>of</strong> each show!<br />

Plains Art Museum, Fargo<br />

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Sunflowers on <strong>the</strong> Prairie<br />

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Bread, Butter and Jam Ag Tour<br />

What do generations <strong>of</strong> handed-down recipes and <strong>North</strong> Dakota have common?<br />

Families, recipes, farmlands and agricultural <strong>to</strong>urs will show your <strong>to</strong>ur group how<br />

French fries, noodles and pasta are shaped. The bright colors <strong>of</strong> sunflowers, wheat,<br />

canola and flaxseed fill <strong>the</strong> farmlands and make it <strong>to</strong> our tables through delicious<br />

family recipes and herbs. Bring back memories <strong>of</strong> grandma in <strong>the</strong> kitchen at <strong>the</strong><br />

Bagg Bonanza Farm. Tour agriculture facilities and get a flavor <strong>of</strong> pastas from <strong>the</strong><br />

Dakota Growers Pasta Company. Jam up <strong>the</strong> bread by picking fresh raspberries and<br />

learn how <strong>to</strong> spice up old family recipes at gardenDwellers Farm. Find Internet links<br />

and Web addresses for <strong>the</strong>se and more agricultural attractions at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

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Day 1<br />

Bagg Bonanza Farm, Moore<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Westward expansion still<br />

preserved at a genuine American<br />

bonanza farm.<br />

Bonanzaville, West Fargo<br />

Large collection <strong>of</strong> artifacts,<br />

his<strong>to</strong>ric homes, air museum,<br />

blacksmith shop and more.<br />

Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Crops Institute, Fargo<br />

Learning center for developing and<br />

marketing <strong>of</strong> regional agriculture<br />

and value-added processing.<br />

Crary Industries, West Fargo<br />

Pioneer spirit and pride that<br />

develops farm equipment <strong>to</strong> be<br />

distributed worldwide.<br />

Cattle seen grazing<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Day 2<br />

USDA-ARS Grand Forks Human<br />

Nutrition Research Center,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Research center generating<br />

knowledge <strong>of</strong> healthy foods and<br />

diets.<br />

gardenDwellers Farm, Churchs<br />

Ferry<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota’s largest herb farm<br />

with workshops and <strong>to</strong>urs, plus a<br />

walking labyrinth.<br />

Dakota Growers Pasta Company,<br />

Carring<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Premium pasta products and<br />

ingredients marketed throughout<br />

<strong>North</strong> America and beyond.<br />

Patrie’s Raspberries, Bowdon<br />

Pick your own raspberries when<br />

in season, or visit <strong>the</strong> gift shop<br />

anytime!<br />

Canola Field<br />

Bucks<strong>to</strong>p Junction Corn Feed,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Day 3<br />

Duratech Industries<br />

International, James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Largest manufacturer <strong>of</strong> hay<br />

processing equipment, industrial<br />

grinders for recycling wood and<br />

o<strong>the</strong>r products.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Largest state museum features<br />

exhibits on his<strong>to</strong>ry, immigration,<br />

early native people, dinosaurs,<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark Expedition and<br />

Indian War period.<br />

Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Great Plains Research<br />

Center, Mandan<br />

USDA center conducts research<br />

and develops environmentally<br />

sound practices <strong>to</strong> add value <strong>to</strong><br />

foods, feed and bio-energy crops.<br />

Ukrainian Cultural Institute,<br />

Dickinson<br />

Cheese but<strong>to</strong>n fac<strong>to</strong>ry, Ukrainian<br />

Pysanka, folk art and research<br />

library.<br />

Ukrainian Cultural Institute,<br />

Dickinson<br />

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Explore More With Lewis and Clark<br />

Lewis and Clark may have paved <strong>the</strong> trail, but your <strong>to</strong>ur group can explore <strong>the</strong><br />

West in <strong>North</strong> Dakota style. It can spin <strong>the</strong> wheel at one <strong>of</strong> our casinos or ride<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lewis and Clark riverboat on a Missouri <strong>River</strong> excursion. Modern-day trails<br />

lead <strong>to</strong> Indian villages, mounds and forts. Take in <strong>the</strong> picturesque view <strong>of</strong> one<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> largest manmade lakes in <strong>the</strong> nation and visit <strong>the</strong> legendary site <strong>of</strong> John<br />

Jacob As<strong>to</strong>r’s fur-trading company, Fort Union Trading Post National His<strong>to</strong>ric Site.<br />

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, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Day 1<br />

Prairie Knights Casino, Fort<br />

Yates<br />

Big-name entertainment, fine<br />

dining and Vegas-style gaming.<br />

Sitting Bull Burial Site State<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Fort Yates<br />

Memorial site <strong>to</strong> one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> great<br />

American Indian leaders.<br />

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park,<br />

Mandan<br />

Military command post and home<br />

<strong>of</strong> General George Custer and his<br />

wife, Libbie.<br />

On-A-Slant Indian Village,<br />

Mandan<br />

Mandan Indian earthlodge village<br />

within Fort Abraham Lincoln State<br />

Park.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Capi<strong>to</strong>l Building,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Unique 19-s<strong>to</strong>ry art deco<br />

“Skyscraper on <strong>the</strong> Prairie.”<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Largest state museum features<br />

exhibits on his<strong>to</strong>ry, immigration,<br />

early native people, dinosaurs,<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark Expedition and<br />

Indian War period.<br />

Lewis and Clark <strong>River</strong>boat,<br />

Bismarck<br />

150-passenger riverboat <strong>of</strong>fering<br />

cruises on <strong>the</strong> mighty Missouri<br />

<strong>River</strong>.<br />

On-A-Slant Indian Village,<br />

Mandan<br />

Day 2<br />

Lewis & Clark Interpretive<br />

Center, Washburn<br />

Exhibits and interpretive programs<br />

on native people, Karl Bodmer’s<br />

art and <strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark<br />

Expedition.<br />

Fort Mandan Visi<strong>to</strong>r’s Center,<br />

Washburn<br />

Lewis and Clark’s reconstructed<br />

winter fort <strong>of</strong> 1804-1805.<br />

Lake Sakakawea and Garrison<br />

Dam, Pick City<br />

Giant hydroelectric dam and one<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> nation’s largest manmade<br />

lakes.<br />

Paul Broste Rock Museum,<br />

Parshall<br />

Private collec<strong>to</strong>r’s large rock<br />

exhibit, featuring rocks from all<br />

over <strong>the</strong> world.<br />

Three Tribes Museum, New Town<br />

Features native culture and<br />

heritage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mandan, Hidatsa<br />

and Arikara people.<br />

Four Bears Casino & Resort,<br />

New Town<br />

Vegas-style gaming on <strong>the</strong> shores<br />

<strong>of</strong> beautiful Lake Sakakawea.<br />

Five renowned casinos<br />

Killdeer Mountains<br />

Day 3<br />

Missouri-Yellows<strong>to</strong>ne Confluence<br />

Interpretive Center, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Where two great American rivers<br />

meet.<br />

Fort Buford State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site,<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Site where legendary Lakota chief<br />

Sitting Bull surrendered <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

U.S. Army.<br />

Fort Union Trading Post National<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> his<strong>to</strong>ric early<br />

American fur trade. Part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

National Park System.<br />

Long X Visi<strong>to</strong>r Center and<br />

Museum, Watford City<br />

The area’s cultural, geological,<br />

his<strong>to</strong>rical and geographic<br />

attractions.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Unit Theodore Roosevelt<br />

National Park, Watford City<br />

<strong>North</strong> unit <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> national park<br />

with popular vistas, prairie dogs,<br />

buffalo and wildlife viewing.<br />

Day 4<br />

Killdeer Mountain Battlefield<br />

State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Killdeer<br />

Battlefield where 2,200 troops<br />

commanded by General Alfred<br />

Sully fought 6,000 Sioux Indians.<br />

Pfennig Wildlife Museum, Beulah<br />

Hosts <strong>the</strong> largest individual wildlife<br />

collection on display in <strong>North</strong><br />

Dakota.<br />

Knife <strong>River</strong> Indian Villages<br />

National His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Stan<strong>to</strong>n<br />

The meeting place <strong>of</strong> Lewis and<br />

Clark and Sakakawea, and her<br />

husband, Charbonneau.<br />

Lake Sakakawea<br />

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Ukrainian Dancers, Dickinson<br />

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Fargo Air Museum<br />

Families, Friends and Neighbors Tour<br />

Wallet … camera … grandkids. Now that you’re packed and ready <strong>to</strong> go, let <strong>the</strong><br />

fun and games begin. <strong>North</strong> Dakota is a land <strong>of</strong> water parks and waterslides,<br />

rock climbing and camping, biking and swimming, horseback riding, canoeing<br />

and so much more for families and friends. Find Internet links and Web<br />

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Day 1<br />

Children’s Museum At Yunker<br />

Farm, Fargo<br />

Hands-on experiences with more<br />

than 50 exhibits, a children’s<br />

railroad, mini golf and carousel.<br />

Thunder Road Family Fun Park,<br />

Fargo<br />

Go-kart track, batting cage, video<br />

arcade and two 18-hole mountainstyle<br />

mini golf courses.<br />

Fargo Air Museum, Fargo<br />

More than 20 civilian and military<br />

aircraft and many exhibits<br />

honoring military and air explorers.<br />

<strong>Red</strong> <strong>River</strong> Zoo, Fargo<br />

More than 75 species, including<br />

slender-tailed Meerkats, Bactrian<br />

camel and red pandas.<br />

Heritage Hjemkømst Center,<br />

Moorhead, Minn.<br />

Au<strong>the</strong>ntic handmade Viking<br />

longship that was sailed <strong>to</strong> Norway<br />

in 1982.<br />

Day 2<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Bridges Tour, Valley City<br />

Beautiful bridges, including one <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> highest bridges on <strong>the</strong> former<br />

Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Pacific Railway.<br />

Valley City State University<br />

Planetarium, Valley City<br />

Spectacular planetarium with a<br />

24-foot dome ro<strong>of</strong>.<br />

Sheyenne National Grassland,<br />

Lisbon<br />

25 miles <strong>of</strong> birding and wildlife<br />

viewing.<br />

Sheyenne <strong>River</strong> Valley National<br />

Scenic Byway, Valley City<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota’s only nationally<br />

recognized scenic byway.<br />

Raging <strong>River</strong>s Waterpark,<br />

Mandan<br />

Fort Ransom State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site<br />

and Park, Fort Ransom<br />

Rent a canoe or kayak or hike<br />

a trail <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> site <strong>of</strong> a 200-man<br />

military post from 1867 <strong>to</strong> 1872.<br />

National Buffalo Museum,<br />

Frontier Village & World’s<br />

Largest Buffalo, James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Buffalo herd featuring rare albino<br />

buffalo, plus a 60-<strong>to</strong>n concrete<br />

buffalo and Frontier Village.<br />

Day 3<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Capi<strong>to</strong>l Building,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Unique 19-s<strong>to</strong>ry art deco<br />

“Skyscraper on <strong>the</strong> Prairie.”<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Largest state museum featuring<br />

exhibits on his<strong>to</strong>ry, immigration,<br />

early native people, dinosaurs,<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark Expedition and<br />

Indian War period.<br />

Gateway <strong>to</strong> Science, Bismarck<br />

Experiments with a hands-on<br />

element. Learning for all ages.<br />

SuperSlide Amusement Park,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Bumper cars, superslide, Ferris<br />

wheel. Something for all ages.<br />

Raging <strong>River</strong>s Waterpark and<br />

Speed World Golf and Games,<br />

Mandan<br />

Two 66-foot speed slides, two 45foot<br />

inner tube slides and an 800foot<br />

lazy river tube ride.<br />

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park<br />

and On-A-Slant Indian Village,<br />

Mandan<br />

Military command post and home<br />

<strong>of</strong> General George Custer and<br />

reconstructed Mandan Indian<br />

village.<br />

Valley City Tour <strong>of</strong> Bridges<br />

Lewis and Clark <strong>River</strong>boat,<br />

Bismarck<br />

150-passenger riverboat <strong>of</strong>fering<br />

cruises on <strong>the</strong> mighty Missouri<br />

<strong>River</strong>.<br />

Day 4<br />

Dakota Dinosaur Museum,<br />

Dickinson<br />

Showcasing <strong>the</strong> prehis<strong>to</strong>ric life <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota.<br />

Prairie Outpost Park, Dickinson<br />

Scandinavian and German heritage<br />

featured.<br />

Ukrainian Cultural Institute,<br />

Dickinson<br />

Summer festivals featuring<br />

Ukrainian cultural exhibits and<br />

dance, folk arts.<br />

Doll House Museum, Medora<br />

A collection <strong>of</strong> antique dolls and<br />

<strong>to</strong>ys housed in <strong>the</strong> VonH<strong>of</strong>fman<br />

House.<br />

Chateau de Morés State His<strong>to</strong>ric<br />

Site, Medora<br />

Elegant 26-room home <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

famous French nobleman, <strong>the</strong><br />

Marquis de Morés.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Cowboy Hall <strong>of</strong><br />

Fame, Medora<br />

Cowboys and horses, rodeos and<br />

ranching, and exhibits and displays<br />

<strong>of</strong> Indian regalia.<br />

The Medora Musical, Medora<br />

Broadway-style production <strong>of</strong>fering<br />

great family entertainment with<br />

western and patriotic salutes.<br />

South Unit Theodore Roosevelt<br />

National Park, Medora<br />

Features Theodore Roosevelt’s<br />

ranch cabin, hiking and horseback<br />

trails and buffalo, deer, elk,<br />

bighorn sheep, wild horses, mule<br />

deer and prairie dog <strong>to</strong>wns.<br />

Cavalry Square, Mandan<br />

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Heart <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota Tour<br />

Whatever your mode <strong>of</strong> transportation, get ready for some fun-filled days. Take<br />

your <strong>to</strong>ur group through prairies and coteaus and over rippling rivers and big<br />

lakes. Be in two countries at <strong>the</strong> same time at <strong>the</strong> International Peace Garden<br />

and feel “centered” at <strong>the</strong> Geographical Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> America. Take a<br />

second look at <strong>the</strong> rare albino buffalo scattered in <strong>the</strong> herd at James<strong>to</strong>wn. Find<br />

Internet links and Web addresses for <strong>the</strong>se attractions at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

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a Heritage<br />

arck<br />

Day 1<br />

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park,<br />

Mandan<br />

Military command post and home<br />

<strong>of</strong> General George Custer and his<br />

wife, Libbie.<br />

On-A-Slant Indian Village,<br />

Mandan<br />

Reconstructed Mandan Indian<br />

earthlodge village within Fort<br />

Abraham Lincoln State Park.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Capi<strong>to</strong>l Building,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Unique 19-s<strong>to</strong>ry art deco<br />

“Skyscraper on <strong>the</strong> Prairie.”<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

Largest state museum features<br />

exhibits on his<strong>to</strong>ry, immigration,<br />

early native people, dinosaurs,<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark Expedition and<br />

Indian War period.<br />

Lewis and Clark <strong>River</strong>boat,<br />

Bismarck<br />

150-passenger riverboat <strong>of</strong>fering<br />

cruises on <strong>the</strong> mighty Missouri<br />

<strong>River</strong>.<br />

Day 2<br />

Lewis & Clark Interpretive<br />

Center, Washburn<br />

Exhibits and interpretive programs<br />

on native people, Karl Bodmer’s<br />

art and <strong>the</strong> Lewis & Clark<br />

Expedition.<br />

Smiles at Theodore<br />

Roosevelt National Park<br />

Fort Mandan Visi<strong>to</strong>r’s Center,<br />

Washburn<br />

Lewis and Clark’s reconstructed<br />

winter fort <strong>of</strong> 1804-1805.<br />

Knife <strong>River</strong> Indian Villages<br />

National His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Stan<strong>to</strong>n<br />

The meeting place <strong>of</strong> Lewis and<br />

Clark with Sakakawea and her<br />

husband, Charbonneau.<br />

Scandinavian Heritage Park,<br />

Minot<br />

Features a Norwegian house,<br />

Danish windmill, Swedish Dala<br />

horse, stave church and more.<br />

Day 3<br />

Geographical Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong><br />

America & Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Lights<br />

Tower, Rugby<br />

Two tributes <strong>to</strong> our great continent<br />

and <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> stunning Aurora<br />

Borealis.<br />

International Peace Garden,<br />

Dunseith<br />

Straddles <strong>the</strong> international<br />

border with <strong>Canada</strong> and features<br />

150,000 flowers, Peace Chapel,<br />

International Music Camp, 120foot<br />

Peace Tower and a 9/11<br />

Memorial built with steel from <strong>the</strong><br />

World Trade Center.<br />

Turtle Mountain Scenic Byway<br />

Scenic drive through <strong>the</strong> Turtle<br />

Mountains among forests,<br />

farmsteads and pasture land.<br />

Frontier Village, James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Lake Metigoshe, Bottineau<br />

Beautiful lake surrounded by aspen<br />

forests and <strong>the</strong> Old Oak Trail, a<br />

National Recreation Trail.<br />

Day 4<br />

Fort Totten State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site,<br />

Fort Totten<br />

Among <strong>the</strong> best preserved <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

his<strong>to</strong>ric American frontier Army<br />

forts.<br />

Sullys Hill National Game<br />

Preserve, Fort Totten<br />

Features bison and elk, a visi<strong>to</strong>r<br />

center and interpretive trails.<br />

Originally a national park.<br />

National Buffalo Museum,<br />

Frontier Village & World’s<br />

Largest Buffalo, James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Buffalo herd featuring rare albino<br />

buffalo, plus a 60-<strong>to</strong>n concrete<br />

buffalo and Frontier Village.<br />

Walk The Trail <strong>of</strong> Louis L’Amour,<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Self-guided walking <strong>to</strong>ur <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

home<strong>to</strong>wn <strong>of</strong> western author Louis<br />

L’ Amour.<br />

World’s Largest Sandhill Crane,<br />

Steele<br />

“Sandy” stands 40-feet tall and<br />

overlooks an informational and<br />

learning site.<br />

Fort Totten, Fort Totten<br />

Lake Metigoshe<br />

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Knife <strong>River</strong> Indian Villages, Stan<strong>to</strong>n<br />

2<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n Minot<br />

Devils Lake<br />

85 83<br />

Grand Forks<br />

29<br />

Medora<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Dickinson<br />

94<br />

Bismarck Fargo<br />

Tour route is shown in orange<br />

Fort Buford, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Natural Waves & Native Ways<br />

Waves <strong>of</strong> wheat greeting your group as you drive by will surely bring a smile<br />

<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir faces, as will <strong>the</strong> friendliness <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> people <strong>the</strong>y meet <strong>along</strong> <strong>the</strong> way.<br />

Visi<strong>to</strong>rs are welcome <strong>to</strong> explore <strong>the</strong> tribal lands and discover <strong>the</strong> beauty <strong>of</strong><br />

Indian culture and powwow tradition. See <strong>the</strong> natural habitat <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> national<br />

parks with buffalo roaming and deer grazing on <strong>the</strong> grasslands. Find Internet<br />

links and Web addresses for <strong>the</strong>se attractions at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

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Day 1<br />

Divide County Museum, Crosby<br />

Print shop, jail and 24 unique<br />

buildings in this pioneer village.<br />

Writing Rock State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site,<br />

Grenora<br />

Pic<strong>to</strong>graphs inscribed by American<br />

Indians <strong>to</strong> tell <strong>the</strong> s<strong>to</strong>ry <strong>of</strong> worship<br />

and hunting.<br />

Missouri-Yellows<strong>to</strong>ne Confluence<br />

Interpretive Center, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Where two great American rivers<br />

meet.<br />

Fort Buford State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site,<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Site where legendary Lakota Chief<br />

Sitting Bull surrendered <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S.<br />

Army.<br />

Fort Union Trading Post National<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> his<strong>to</strong>ric early<br />

American fur trade. Part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

National Park System.<br />

Four Bears Casino & Resort, New<br />

Town<br />

Vegas-style gaming on <strong>the</strong> shore<br />

<strong>of</strong> beautiful Lake Sakakawea.<br />

Three Tribes Museum, New Town<br />

Features native culture and<br />

heritage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mandan, Hidatsa<br />

and Arikara people.<br />

Four Bears Bridge, New Town<br />

Bridge honors 19 tribal chiefs <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara<br />

Indian tribes.<br />

Crow Flies High Butte, New Town<br />

Breathtaking view <strong>of</strong> Lake<br />

Sakakawea, where William Clark<br />

waited <strong>to</strong> reunite with Meriwe<strong>the</strong>r<br />

Lewis.<br />

Writing Rock State His<strong>to</strong>ric<br />

Site, Grenora<br />

Day 2<br />

Wolf’s Trading Post, New Town<br />

Old West trading post with<br />

beadwork and crafts made by<br />

American Indian artists.<br />

Long X Visi<strong>to</strong>r Center and<br />

Museum, Watford City<br />

Features <strong>the</strong> area’s cultural,<br />

geological, his<strong>to</strong>rical and<br />

geographic attractions.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Unit Theodore Roosevelt<br />

National Park, Watford City<br />

<strong>North</strong> unit <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> national park with<br />

popular vistas, prairie dogs, buffalo<br />

and wildlife viewing.<br />

Killdeer Mountain Battlefield<br />

State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Killdeer<br />

Battlefield where 2,200 troops<br />

commanded by General Alfred<br />

Sully fought 6,000 Sioux Indians.<br />

Old Grassy Butte Post Office,<br />

Grassy Butte<br />

Unique museum built <strong>of</strong> logs<br />

and sod in 1912 is listed on <strong>the</strong><br />

national register.<br />

Little Missouri National<br />

Grasslands<br />

Largest and most diverse <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 19<br />

grasslands found in <strong>the</strong> western<br />

U.S. covers more than one million<br />

acres.<br />

“Bully,” The Play, Medora<br />

One-act play <strong>of</strong> Theodore<br />

Roosevelt as President, fa<strong>the</strong>r,<br />

husband and hunter.<br />

Pitchfork Fondue, Medora<br />

A real western steak meal served<br />

on <strong>the</strong> bluffs overlooking Medora.<br />

Medora Musical <strong>to</strong> follow.<br />

The Medora Musical, Medora<br />

Must-see, Broadway-style variety<br />

show and colorful production<br />

at <strong>the</strong> spectacular Burning<br />

Hills Amphi<strong>the</strong>atre. Western<br />

entertainment<br />

and a<br />

patriotic<br />

salute are<br />

part <strong>of</strong> each<br />

show!<br />

United Tribes International<br />

Powwow, Bismarck<br />

Day 3<br />

Chateau de Morés State His<strong>to</strong>ric<br />

Site, Medora<br />

The frontier home <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> famous<br />

French nobleman who founded <strong>the</strong><br />

city <strong>of</strong> Medora.<br />

Doll House Museum, Medora<br />

Collection <strong>of</strong> antique dolls and <strong>to</strong>ys<br />

housed in <strong>the</strong> Von H<strong>of</strong>fman House<br />

built by <strong>the</strong> Marquis.<br />

South Unit Theodore Roosevelt<br />

National Park, Medora<br />

Located in <strong>the</strong> beautiful Badlands<br />

and named for <strong>the</strong> President who<br />

lived here. Features Theodore<br />

Roosevelt’s cabin from <strong>the</strong> Maltese<br />

Cross Ranch and a 36-mile loop<br />

drive through <strong>the</strong> park with a<br />

view <strong>of</strong> buffalo, deer, elk, bighorn<br />

sheep, wild horses, mule deer and<br />

prairie dog <strong>to</strong>wns.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Cowboy Hall <strong>of</strong><br />

Fame, Medora<br />

Showing <strong>the</strong> life <strong>of</strong> cowboys,<br />

homesteaders and trail drivers.<br />

See Sitting Bull’s headdress!<br />

Enchanted Highway, Glads<strong>to</strong>ne <strong>to</strong><br />

Regent<br />

Thirty-two miles featuring world’s<br />

largest metal sculptures designed<br />

for imagination and fun.<br />

White Butte, Amidon<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota’s highest point at<br />

3,506 feet.<br />

Pioneer Trails Regional Museum,<br />

Bowman<br />

Explore fossils and his<strong>to</strong>ry;<br />

participate in field expeditions <strong>of</strong><br />

fossil-bearing sites.<br />

Enchanted Highway,<br />

Glads<strong>to</strong>ne <strong>to</strong> Regent<br />

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Scandinavian Heritage Park, Minot<br />

2<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n Minot<br />

Devils Lake<br />

85 83<br />

Grand Forks<br />

29<br />

Medora<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Dickinson<br />

94<br />

Bismarck Fargo<br />

Tour route is shown in orange<br />

Fort Union Trading Post,<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Scenery One, Take 2 and Action!<br />

U.S. Highway 2 certainly looks straight on your <strong>North</strong> Dakota map. Yet with<br />

all <strong>the</strong> points <strong>of</strong> interest <strong>along</strong> <strong>the</strong> way, your <strong>to</strong>ur group will weave through<br />

his<strong>to</strong>ry, culture, scenery, popular attractions and first-class city fun. It will<br />

see frontier forts where <strong>the</strong> Yellows<strong>to</strong>ne and Missouri rivers meet. It will see<br />

<strong>the</strong> center <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> continent and <strong>the</strong> center <strong>of</strong> our Scandinavian heritage. It<br />

will shop, dine and visit a world-renowned college for aerospace sciences. It<br />

will play at a casino, visit museums and see bison and elk roaming free. Find<br />

Internet links and Web addresses for <strong>the</strong>se attractions at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

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Day 1<br />

Missouri-Yellows<strong>to</strong>ne Confluence<br />

Interpretive Center, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Where two great American rivers<br />

meet.<br />

Fort Buford State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site,<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Site where legendary Lakota chief<br />

Sitting Bull surrendered <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> U.S.<br />

Army.<br />

Fort Union Trading Post National<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> his<strong>to</strong>ric early<br />

American fur trade. Part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

National Park System.<br />

Four Bears Casino & Resort,<br />

New Town<br />

Vegas-style gaming on <strong>the</strong> shores<br />

<strong>of</strong> beautiful Lake Sakakawea.<br />

Three Tribes Museum, New Town<br />

Features <strong>the</strong> heritage and culture<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara<br />

people.<br />

Delicious dining<br />

Pheasant rooster<br />

Day 2<br />

Scandinavian Heritage Park,<br />

Minot<br />

Features a Norwegian house,<br />

Danish windmill, Swedish Dala<br />

horse, stave church and more.<br />

Pointe <strong>of</strong> View Winery, Minot<br />

A local winery capturing <strong>the</strong> flavor<br />

<strong>of</strong> native fruits and honey.<br />

Dakota Terri<strong>to</strong>ry Air Museum,<br />

Minot<br />

Features military and civilian<br />

aircraft dating from 1928.<br />

Geographical Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong><br />

America & Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Lights<br />

Tower, Rugby<br />

Two tributes <strong>to</strong> our great continent<br />

and <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> stunning Aurora<br />

Borealis.<br />

Fort Totten State His<strong>to</strong>ric Site,<br />

Fort Totten<br />

Among <strong>the</strong> best preserved <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

his<strong>to</strong>ric American frontier Army<br />

forts.<br />

Lake Region Pioneer Daughters<br />

Museum, Devils Lake<br />

Featuring American Indian artifacts<br />

and family heirlooms.<br />

Sullys Hill National Game<br />

Preserve, Fort Totten<br />

Features bison and elk, a visi<strong>to</strong>r<br />

center and interpretive trails.<br />

Originally a national park.<br />

UND hockey, Grand Forks<br />

Day 3<br />

<strong>River</strong>walk Centre, Grand Forks<br />

Shopping, dining and unique<br />

specialty shops in beautiful<br />

down<strong>to</strong>wn Grand Forks.<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota Museum <strong>of</strong> Art,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Exhibitions and permanent<br />

collections <strong>of</strong> regional, national and<br />

international fine art.<br />

Center for Aerospace Sciences,<br />

University <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Featuring an atmospherium, high<br />

altitude chamber, flight and air<br />

traffic control simula<strong>to</strong>rs and <strong>the</strong><br />

Regional Wea<strong>the</strong>r Information<br />

Center.<br />

Ralph & Betty Engelstad Arena,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Home <strong>to</strong> UND’s nationally-ranked<br />

hockey team. Built for $100 million<br />

by a former player and founder<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Las Vegas Imperial Palace<br />

Casino.<br />

Grand Forks County His<strong>to</strong>rical<br />

Myra Museum, Grand Forks<br />

Dedicated <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> pioneer women<br />

who settled <strong>the</strong> region. Features<br />

cultural and ethnic displays.<br />

Sullys Hill, Devils Lake<br />

Five renowned casinos<br />

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Medora Musical<br />

Devils Run Car Show, Devils Lake<br />

Annual Events and Festivals<br />

The “most outgoing” – that’s ano<strong>the</strong>r way we’ve been described by <strong>the</strong> university folks<br />

who said we’re so friendly. Well, we suspect your <strong>to</strong>ur group is pretty outgoing as well.<br />

So it will fit in well and have a great time at our many events and festivals celebrating<br />

arts, culture, heritage and just about anything else that seems worth celebrating.<br />

You’re all invited, and it’s going <strong>to</strong> be fun! Find a complete listing <strong>of</strong> events and<br />

festivals at ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

Grand Cities Art Fest, Grand<br />

Forks<br />

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April - third weekend<br />

University <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota Indian<br />

Association Time-Out Wacipi,<br />

Grand Forks<br />

Celebration <strong>of</strong> American Indian<br />

culture. Enjoy music, dancers and<br />

his<strong>to</strong>ry presentations.<br />

Memorial Day -<br />

Labor Day<br />

The Medora Musical, Medora<br />

Broadway-style western musical<br />

includes singing, dancing and<br />

national variety acts.<br />

Memorial Day<br />

weekend<br />

Devils Run Car Show & Rod Run,<br />

Devils Lake<br />

A variety <strong>of</strong> cars at this large rod<br />

run and car show.<br />

June - second<br />

weekend<br />

Grand Cities Art Fest, Grand<br />

Forks<br />

Arts and crafts vendors line up on<br />

both sides <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Red</strong> <strong>River</strong> and<br />

beautiful Greenway.<br />

Fort Lincoln Festival, Mandan<br />

Special presentations, military<br />

encampments, native crafts,<br />

music, food and outdoor<br />

performances.<br />

June - third weekend<br />

Lewis and Clark Days, Washburn<br />

Parade, street dance, vendors,<br />

antique car show and crafts fair.<br />

July - second weekend<br />

Sodbuster Days, Fort Ransom<br />

Horse farming, pioneer skills and<br />

crafts, music and family show.<br />

Tatanka Festival, James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

Rare albino buffalo birthday<br />

celebration with crafts, foods,<br />

activities and parade.<br />

July - third weekend<br />

Ukrainian Cultural Festival,<br />

Dickinson<br />

Three-day festival with Ukrainian<br />

food, <strong>to</strong>urs, dances and concert.<br />

August - first weekend<br />

“FAME” Summer Festival,<br />

International Peace Garden near<br />

Dunseith<br />

Fun, art, music, food, car show,<br />

ballet and concerts.<br />

August - third<br />

weekend<br />

Fargo Blues Festival, Fargo<br />

World-class blues bands, vendors<br />

and food.<br />

August - fourth<br />

weekend<br />

Fort Union Trading Post<br />

Rendezvous & Living His<strong>to</strong>ry,<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

Re-enac<strong>to</strong>rs portray American Fur<br />

Company employees and American<br />

Indians <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 19th century.<br />

September - first<br />

weekend<br />

United Tribes International<br />

Powwow, Bismarck<br />

Celebration and competition <strong>of</strong><br />

dancers and singers from <strong>the</strong> U.S.<br />

and <strong>Canada</strong>.<br />

End <strong>of</strong> September -<br />

first week <strong>of</strong> Oc<strong>to</strong>ber<br />

Norsk Høstfest, Minot<br />

Celebrate heritage and culture <strong>of</strong><br />

five Nordic countries with food,<br />

crafts, music and world-class<br />

entertainment.<br />

November-December<br />

- last weekend <strong>of</strong><br />

November, first<br />

two weekends <strong>of</strong><br />

December<br />

Dickens Village Festival, Garrison<br />

Three weekends full <strong>of</strong> Christmas<br />

spirit with street vendors,<br />

carolers, parade and<br />

performances <strong>of</strong> “A<br />

Christmas Carol.”<br />

Powwows held statewide<br />

Free Things To Do<br />

There are some great reasons why<br />

organizations like AAA keep saying<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota is one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> most<br />

affordable vacation destinations<br />

in <strong>the</strong> United States. One reason<br />

is all <strong>the</strong> FREE attractions and<br />

activities. From his<strong>to</strong>rical sites, <strong>to</strong><br />

museums, <strong>to</strong> a down<strong>to</strong>wn sidewalk<br />

signed and imprinted by favorite<br />

Hollywood and Nashville stars —<br />

we have a lot <strong>to</strong> show, and we’re<br />

happy <strong>to</strong> share!<br />

• Chief Looking’s Village His<strong>to</strong>ric<br />

Site, Bismarck<br />

• Double Ditch Indian Village,<br />

Bismarck<br />

• <strong>North</strong> Dakota Heritage Center,<br />

Bismarck<br />

• State Capi<strong>to</strong>l Tour, Bismarck<br />

• Celebrity Walk <strong>of</strong> Fame, Fargo<br />

• Roger Maris Museum, Fargo<br />

• Walk <strong>of</strong> Fame, Fargo<br />

• Japanese Garden, Grand Forks<br />

• The Greenway, Grand Forks<br />

• Frontier Village, James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

• Five Nations Arts Center, Mandan<br />

• Scandinavian Heritage Park,<br />

Minot<br />

• Knife <strong>River</strong> Indian Villages<br />

National His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Stan<strong>to</strong>n<br />

• Assumption Abbey, Richard<strong>to</strong>n<br />

• Enchanted Highway, Regent<br />

• Geographical Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong><br />

America, Rugby<br />

• Eight Bridges Tour, Valley City<br />

• Fort Union Trading Post National<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ric Site, Willis<strong>to</strong>n<br />

• 10 Scenic Byways and Backways<br />

Look for more unique “Free things<br />

<strong>to</strong> do,” on ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

Fargo Blues Festival<br />

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Enjoy <strong>the</strong> beauty <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota’s Wild Flowers.<br />

Receptive Opera<strong>to</strong>r and Step-on Guide Services<br />

The following companies have experience in <strong>of</strong>fering a full complement <strong>of</strong> receptive <strong>to</strong>ur planning<br />

services, as well as prepackaged <strong>to</strong>urs <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota and <strong>the</strong> region. They are willing <strong>to</strong> provide<br />

references.<br />

A and B Tours - Minot<br />

800-440-2690<br />

info@ab<strong>to</strong>ursonline.com<br />

ab<strong>to</strong>ursonline.com<br />

American Express/Satrom<br />

Travel and Tours - Bismarck<br />

800–833-8787<br />

info@satromtravel.com<br />

satromtravel.com<br />

Brekke Tours - Grand Forks<br />

800-437-5302<br />

<strong>to</strong>urs@brekke<strong>to</strong>urs.com<br />

brekke<strong>to</strong>urs.com<br />

Globe International Travel -<br />

James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

800-365-9737<br />

info@globevacations.com<br />

globevacations.com<br />

Norwegian Cultural Tours, Inc.<br />

- Fargo<br />

800-343-0093<br />

carrol@juven<strong>to</strong>urs.com<br />

juven<strong>to</strong>urs.com<br />

West-Pic Travel & Tours, Inc. -<br />

Niagra<br />

800-446-2711<br />

Shebby Lee Tours -<br />

Rapid City, SD<br />

800-888-8306<br />

shebby@shebbylee<strong>to</strong>urs.com<br />

shebbylee<strong>to</strong>urs.com<br />

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Charter and Mo<strong>to</strong>rcoach<br />

Companies<br />

The following are licensed by <strong>the</strong><br />

Department <strong>of</strong> Transportation<br />

for intrastate passenger travel.<br />

All have indicated <strong>the</strong>y have <strong>the</strong><br />

appropriate liability coverage<br />

and are prepared <strong>to</strong> provide<br />

information regarding <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

insurance coverage.<br />

Dakota Bus Service - Dickinson<br />

800-311-1966<br />

Offers 25 coaches for charters and<br />

<strong>to</strong>urs and o<strong>the</strong>r travel services.<br />

Harlow’s Bus Service, Inc. -<br />

Bismarck<br />

800-450-1767<br />

neal.harlows@midconetwork.com<br />

harlowsbussales.com<br />

Offers services and parts, with<br />

a variety <strong>of</strong> coaches and school<br />

buses for charters, <strong>to</strong>urs and o<strong>the</strong>r<br />

travel services.<br />

Hartley’s Charter Service - Rugby<br />

800-472-2988<br />

hsbuses@gondtc.com<br />

Offers several styles <strong>of</strong> coaches <strong>to</strong><br />

comfortably seat 56 passengers.<br />

Parts and services department.<br />

Nodak-Dietrich Coaches & Tours<br />

Inc. - James<strong>to</strong>wn<br />

800-626-2599<br />

Offers a variety <strong>of</strong> transportation<br />

from coaches <strong>to</strong> school buses all<br />

with comfort and style.<br />

<strong>North</strong>land Bus Service, Inc. -<br />

Surrey<br />

701-839-2400<br />

Offers a variety <strong>of</strong> coaches and<br />

school buses for comfortable<br />

transportation.<br />

Valley Bus Charter & Rental -<br />

Fargo<br />

701-365-8518<br />

Offers a variety <strong>of</strong> coaches and<br />

school bus transportation with<br />

comfort and style.<br />

Additional RV or mo<strong>to</strong>rcoach<br />

services can be found on <strong>the</strong> Web<br />

site, ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

Regulations<br />

Speed Limit<br />

75 miles/h (120 km/h) on<br />

interstate highways, except when<br />

o<strong>the</strong>rwise posted around major<br />

cities; 65 miles/h (104 km/h) on<br />

all o<strong>the</strong>r primary and secondary<br />

highways, except when o<strong>the</strong>rwise<br />

posted.<br />

Road Conditions<br />

701-328-7623<br />

Statewide Road Report<br />

Call 511, 1-866-MY ND or<br />

1-866-696-3511<br />

Emergency assistance<br />

800-472-2121<br />

Regulations for Interstate Buses<br />

ICC Operating Authority Buses<br />

entering <strong>North</strong> Dakota must<br />

have ICC operating authority and<br />

be enrolled in <strong>the</strong> Single State<br />

Registrations System (SSRS) prior<br />

<strong>to</strong> entering <strong>the</strong> state.<br />

Highway Use Permits<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota is a member <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> International Registration<br />

Plan (IRP). IRP is a one-cab card<br />

registration system for interstate<br />

mo<strong>to</strong>r carriers. Commercial mo<strong>to</strong>r<br />

carriers register <strong>the</strong>ir vehicles<br />

for o<strong>the</strong>r states through <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

base state. A $20 permit must be<br />

purchased if not a member <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

IRP. It is not necessary <strong>to</strong> obtain a<br />

permit prior <strong>to</strong> entry.<br />

nd.gov/ndhp<br />

Mo<strong>to</strong>r Fuel Tax Requirements<br />

Over-<strong>the</strong>-road opera<strong>to</strong>rs that<br />

belong <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> International Fuel<br />

Tax Agreement (IFTA) are exempt<br />

from trip permits in <strong>North</strong> Dakota.<br />

However, a $15 permit must be<br />

purchased if not a member <strong>of</strong><br />

IFTA. It is not necessary <strong>to</strong> obtain<br />

a permit prior <strong>to</strong> entry.<br />

dot.nd.gov<br />

Passport Information<br />

The Department <strong>of</strong> Homeland<br />

Security (DHS) requires that all<br />

U.S. citizens and Canadian citizens<br />

crossing <strong>the</strong> Canadian or Mexican<br />

borders by land or sea be able <strong>to</strong><br />

show documents proving identity<br />

and citizenship. cbp.gov/xp/cgov/<br />

travel/vacation/ready_set_go<br />

U.S. Cus<strong>to</strong>ms and <strong>Border</strong><br />

Protection for <strong>North</strong> Dakota<br />

cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel<br />

Get A Passport Now<br />

getapassportnow.com<br />

Passport and visas<br />

(US Department <strong>of</strong> State)<br />

travel.state.gov/visa/temp/<br />

temp_1305.html<br />

A passport is recommended. For<br />

<strong>the</strong> most up-<strong>to</strong>-date passport<br />

requirements. Please visit<br />

ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

<strong>Border</strong> Crossings<br />

United States Cus<strong>to</strong>ms<br />

701-825-6551<br />

cus<strong>to</strong>ms.gov<br />

Duty-Free Exemption<br />

cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/<br />

kbyg/duty_free.xml<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota welcomes<br />

international travel. We invite<br />

you and your <strong>to</strong>ur group <strong>to</strong><br />

take advantage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> duty-free<br />

exemption as you cross between<br />

<strong>Canada</strong> and <strong>North</strong> Dakota. Visi<strong>to</strong>rs<br />

crossing <strong>the</strong> international border<br />

are allowed <strong>to</strong> cross with a certain<br />

amount <strong>of</strong> merchandise duty free.<br />

The duty-free exemption, also<br />

called <strong>the</strong> personal exemption,<br />

is <strong>the</strong> <strong>to</strong>tal value <strong>of</strong> merchandise<br />

you may bring back <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> United<br />

States without having <strong>to</strong> pay duty.<br />

You may bring back more than<br />

your exemption, but you will have<br />

<strong>to</strong> pay duty on it. In most cases,<br />

<strong>the</strong> personal exemption is $800,<br />

but <strong>the</strong>re are some exceptions <strong>to</strong><br />

this rule. For a full explanation <strong>of</strong><br />

allowed exemptions, please visit<br />

ND<strong>to</strong>urism.com.<br />

Duty-Free <strong>Border</strong><br />

Crossings<br />

These duty-free gift shops are<br />

all accessible <strong>to</strong> people with<br />

disabilities and have mo<strong>to</strong>rcoach<br />

parking. Suggested minimum<br />

shopping time is 30 minutes. Ask<br />

about complimentary merchandise<br />

policy for driver and escort. Tour<br />

group appointment times are<br />

recommended.<br />

cbp.gov/xp/cgov/<strong>to</strong>olbox/contacts/<br />

ports/nd/<br />

Dunseith, <strong>North</strong> Dakota/<br />

(International Peace Garden<br />

Crossing) Boissevain, Mani<strong>to</strong>ba<br />

Duty Free Shop: 701-263-3147<br />

Fortuna, <strong>North</strong> Dakota/Oungre,<br />

Saskatchewan<br />

Duty Free Shop: 701-834-2331<br />

Pembina, <strong>North</strong> Dakota/<br />

Emerson, Mani<strong>to</strong>ba<br />

Duty Free Shop: 701-825-6292<br />

Portal, <strong>North</strong> Dakota/<strong>North</strong><br />

Portal, Saskatchewan<br />

Duty Free Shop: 701-926-3661<br />

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Fort Abraham Lincoln, Mandan<br />

CVB and Chamber Links<br />

Contact <strong>the</strong> local visi<strong>to</strong>r’s bureau and chamber <strong>of</strong> commerce for help with planning your visit <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong>se<br />

communities.<br />

Beach … Welcome <strong>to</strong> Golden<br />

Valley Country<br />

beachnd.com<br />

beachchamber@yahoo.com<br />

701-872-3121<br />

Belfield … Gateway <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> West!<br />

belfieldnd.com<br />

701-575-8135<br />

Beulah … Small Town Appeal ...<br />

Big City Looks!<br />

beulahnd.org<br />

chamber@westriv.com<br />

800-441-2649<br />

Bismarck-Mandan ... What a Trip!<br />

discoverbismarckmandan.com<br />

visitnd@discoverbismarckmandan.com<br />

800-767-3555<br />

Bottineau … Your Resource for<br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota’s Four Seasons<br />

Playground!<br />

bottineau.com<br />

bcc@utma.com<br />

800-735-6932<br />

Bowman County ... Big Time<br />

Style … Small Town Hospitality!<br />

bowmannd.com<br />

chamber@bowmannd.com<br />

866-752-2691<br />

Buffalo City – James<strong>to</strong>wn …<br />

Be Part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Legend!<br />

<strong>to</strong>urjames<strong>to</strong>wn.com<br />

<strong>to</strong>urjames<strong>to</strong>wn@james<strong>to</strong>wnnd.com<br />

800-222-4766<br />

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Cando … Official Duck Capital <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>North</strong> Dakota!<br />

candond.com<br />

candobilling@gondtc.com<br />

701-968-3331<br />

Carring<strong>to</strong>n ... The Central City!<br />

cgtn-nd.com<br />

chambergal@daktel.com<br />

800-641-9668<br />

Cavalier … The Heart <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

Rendezvous Region!<br />

cavaliernd.com<br />

cacc@polarcomm.com<br />

701-265-8188<br />

Crosby ... Plains, Grains and<br />

Memory Lanes!<br />

crosbynd.com<br />

701-965-6436<br />

Devils Lake … Sportsman’s<br />

Paradise!<br />

devilslakend.com<br />

chamber@gondtc.com<br />

800-233-8048<br />

Dickinson ... The Western Edge!<br />

dickinsoncvb.com<br />

cvb@dickinsoncvb.com<br />

800-279-7391<br />

Dray<strong>to</strong>n ... Catfish Capital <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>North</strong>!<br />

dray<strong>to</strong>nnd.com<br />

chamber@dray<strong>to</strong>nnd.com<br />

701-454-3474<br />

Fargo-Moorhead ... Always<br />

Warm!<br />

fargomoorhead.org<br />

info@fargomoorhead.org<br />

800-235-7654<br />

Garrison ... Get Hooked on<br />

Garrison!<br />

garrisonnd.com<br />

ndfm@restel.com<br />

800-799-4242<br />

Graf<strong>to</strong>n ... Make an Event <strong>of</strong> It!<br />

graf<strong>to</strong>nevents.com<br />

gracha@polarcomm.com<br />

701-352-0781<br />

Grand Forks … Simply Grand!<br />

visitgrandforks.com<br />

info@visitgrandforks.com<br />

800-866-4566<br />

Harvey ... Not Just a Place, It’s<br />

an Experience!<br />

harveynd.com<br />

harveychamber@nd.com<br />

701-324-2604<br />

Hazen ... The Heart <strong>of</strong><br />

Sakakawea Southshore!<br />

hazennd.org<br />

hazenchamber@westriv.com<br />

888-464-2936<br />

Hettinger … For a Better<br />

Community!<br />

hettingernd.com<br />

adamschmbr@ndsupernet.com<br />

701-567-2531<br />

Langdon ... Standing Proud on<br />

<strong>the</strong> Prairie!<br />

city<strong>of</strong>langdon.com<br />

langdonchamber@city<strong>of</strong>langdon.com<br />

701-256-3079<br />

Lin<strong>to</strong>n … Hunting and Fishing at<br />

its Finest!<br />

lin<strong>to</strong>nnd.com<br />

info@lin<strong>to</strong>n.com<br />

701-254-4267<br />

McKenzie County … It’s What’s<br />

Beyond <strong>the</strong> Horizon that may<br />

Surprise You!<br />

4eyes.net<br />

jdodge@co.mckenzie.nd.us<br />

800-701-5804<br />

Medora ... His<strong>to</strong>ric Treasure<br />

Nestled in <strong>the</strong> Beautiful Badlands<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> Dakota!<br />

medorandchamber.com<br />

medorachamber@midstate.net<br />

701-623-4910<br />

Medora ... <strong>North</strong> Dakota’s #1<br />

Vacation!<br />

medora.com<br />

medora@medora.com<br />

800-633-6721<br />

Minot … Discover <strong>the</strong> “Magic”<br />

<strong>of</strong> Minot!<br />

visitminot.org<br />

cvb@srt.com<br />

800-264-2626<br />

New Rockford … The Spirit’s<br />

Alive in New Rockford!<br />

newrockford-nd.com<br />

701-947-2211<br />

New Town ... At <strong>the</strong> Heart <strong>of</strong><br />

Lake Sakakawea!<br />

new<strong>to</strong>wnchamber.com<br />

ntchamb@restel.net<br />

701-627-4812<br />

Oakes ... Four Seasons-Full<br />

Service Community!<br />

oakesnd.com<br />

oakesnd@drtel.net<br />

701-742-3508<br />

Rugby ... The Geographical<br />

Center <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> America!<br />

rugbynorthdakota.com<br />

rugbychamber@stellarnet.com<br />

701-776-5846<br />

Standing Rock … Where Sitting<br />

Bull Lives On! Tatanka Iyotake<br />

Tuktec Ni Yeya!<br />

standingrock<strong>to</strong>urism.com<br />

ladonnabrave1@aol.com<br />

701-854-3698<br />

Valley City ... City <strong>of</strong> Bridges in<br />

<strong>the</strong> Heart <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Sheyenne <strong>River</strong><br />

Valley!<br />

hellovalley.com<br />

chamber@hellovalley.com<br />

888-288-1891<br />

Velva … Welcome <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> Star<br />

City!<br />

velva.net/home/html<br />

velvand@srt.com<br />

701-338-2660<br />

Wahpe<strong>to</strong>n Breckenridge … Two<br />

States ... Two Cities ... One<br />

Community!<br />

wahpe<strong>to</strong>nbreckenridgechamber.com<br />

info@wahpe<strong>to</strong>nbreckenridgechamber.<br />

com<br />

800-892-6673<br />

Walhalla ... Valley <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Gods!<br />

tradecorridor.com/walhalla<br />

walchmbr@utma.com<br />

701-549-3939<br />

Washburn ... The Grandest Little<br />

City on <strong>the</strong> Missouri!<br />

washburnnd.com<br />

washburncvb@fortmandan.com<br />

888-462-8530<br />

West Fargo ... A Network <strong>of</strong><br />

Opportunity!<br />

westfargochamber.com<br />

chamber@westfargochamber.com<br />

701-282-4444<br />

Willis<strong>to</strong>n … Experience <strong>the</strong><br />

His<strong>to</strong>ry, Live <strong>the</strong> Adventure!<br />

willis<strong>to</strong>nND<strong>to</strong>urism.com<br />

cvb@ci.willis<strong>to</strong>n.nd.us<br />

800-615-9041<br />

Wishek ... Come be a kid again!<br />

wishek-nd.com<br />

tlbek@bektel.com<br />

701-452-2371<br />

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