July, 2019
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Hoping For A Close Encounter Belle Fourche, SD to Devils Tower, WY
The pattern of rain and thunderstorms through the night ended last night. Instead, the thunderstorms waited until about 5:30 AM to move in. You know, the time I seem to get up these days. I wasn’t particularly eager to step out of my tent in those conditions so I decidedRead More …
Like Yesterday, But Better Reva, SD to Belle Fourche, SD
Last night was a pretty great night to be in a tent. Yes, it rained for much of the night but that rain came with another light and sound show in the form of lightning and thunder. The lightning seemed to last forever with constant overlapping flashes. And the thunderRead More …
As The Wind Blows Regent, ND to Reva, SD
As nights go, last night was kind of a long one. I went to sleep around 10:30 PM and when I awoke after what felt like a great night’s sleep I discovered it was only 11:13 PM. I hate when that happens. I don’t think I slept for more thanRead More …
A Bunch of Big Things Richardton, ND to Regent, ND
Having survived the hail storm of the previous evening (thanks to Father Odo and the monks of Assumption Abbey) as well as the ongoing thunderstorms that lasted well into the night , the morning that followed was sunny and calm. Well, not dead calm. There was a not-insignificant wind comingRead More …
The Legend of Assumption Abbey Bismarck, ND to Richardton, ND
Before calling it a night last night, I had a bit of a chat with Anna about my upcoming route (which continues to be more than a little vague) as she has been to some of the places I am wanting to see. We also talked about my accommodation plansRead More …