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08-08-2006, 06:55 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location:
Posts: 50
M.O.C. #2227
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Does anyone go to North Dakota?
We have noticed that on most of the "where we have been" maps, North Dakota is rarely visited. Maybe we should have a rally there so we could all "fill" this state in!!!!
Jim and Marcia
Southeast Iowa
2005 3295RK
2006 Chevrolet Silverado Extended Cab, Diesel, 6 speed Allison Automatic, Line-X, PullRite Super Glide Hitch, Prodigy Brake Controller
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08-09-2006, 02:20 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Albuquerque
Posts: 703
M.O.C. #235
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You are sure right there. We picked up S.D. plus 3 other states this year and hoping to pick up Montana, N.D. in the next year or two.
Safe travels.
Lorraine
Jack & Lorraine
2003 Ford F250 PSD 6.0L, ext cab
2003 Montana 2850RK
2 cats aboard
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08-09-2006, 04:24 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Livingston
Posts: 575
M.O.C. #5920
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I just spent the last 9 months in Bismarck, ND for grad school. LOVED IT! The people are the nicest I have ever met, and the area is beautiful. Bismarck is right on the Missouri River and there are river walks, parks, historic sites (Lewis and Clark), Riverboat rides, etc. There is a great RV dealer there named Capital RV Sales and Service that I highly recommend. Lots of people have fifth wheels, campers, boats and jet skis.
Red River Valley over by Fargo is green and lush and just beautiful. Again, lots of lakes and outdoor recreating.
There is a portion of the black hills on interstate 94 between Montana and Medora. Also Teddy Roosevelt National Park is there.
Just a great place to visit. I live in Montana and love it, but I highly recommend visiting North Dakota.
Oh yeah, the bird hunting is awesome. Pheasants everywhere!
Steve and Tara Krumm
2004 GMC 4X4 Duramax Allison
2003 Montana 3655 FL
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08-09-2006, 11:18 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Oceanside
Posts: 20,028
M.O.C. #20
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We originally planned to be in ND right now. We were going to go there after the birth of our newest granddaughter. First was to be a visit to RandomLine (Jim and Fredericka) in Aberdeen, SD, then on up to Roosevelt NP. We then were going to just roam the state without plans and slowly work our way to the rally in Indiana in September. But, other commitments caused us to forego those plans for this year. We still want to see ND but it will not be this year.
See another Montana or Mountaineer on the road? Flash lights twice, it might be one of us!
Steve Reigle (pronounced Regal)
Fulltiming since 3/21/03
'03 3295RK
'05 Ford F250 SD Lariat CC SB 6.0L PSD/TS FX4 4x4
Our RV Travels (now Firefox-compatible)
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08-09-2006, 11:40 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Down the Road
Posts: 5,627
M.O.C. #889
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I lived in North Dakota when I was real young, have not been back since. I was planning on taking I-90 through South Dakota to and from the fall rally. Now considering going through North Dakota on I-94 during the return trip. Hmmm, the options of the open road. =)
2004 Chevy Silverado LT 2500HD CrewCab Duramax
2004 Montana 3400RL
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08-09-2006, 06:35 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Albuquerque
Posts: 703
M.O.C. #235
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Montana Sky, we just came across 90 in July, watch out going around the windy city what a mess!! The construction is one big mess and I would swear those semis got awfully close. Not to mention stopping to pay tolls every time you drove 30 miles or less - they are working on an open toll system that will be nice when all is completed. Total tolls coming across to PA about $35. You have it right though with the option of the open road "everything is subject to change". LOL
Safe travels - see ya'll at the rally.
Lorraine
Jack & Lorraine
2003 Ford F250 PSD 6.0L, ext cab
2003 Montana 2850RK
2 cats aboard
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08-09-2006, 07:59 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Down the Road
Posts: 5,627
M.O.C. #889
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Lorraine,
Thank you for the heads up! I will be coming into Illinois on I-80 from Iowa. I try to stay out of the I-90 toll as long as possible. See you there!
2004 Chevy Silverado LT 2500HD CrewCab Duramax
2004 Montana 3400RL
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08-10-2006, 04:02 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Silver Springs
Posts: 2,873
M.O.C. #2716
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We are in Billings, Montana now and will be heading for North Dakota in a couple of days. We have been in this state several times and always enjoy it. I-94 is our quick route and we ALWAYS stop in Medora for their Fork Fondue Dinner and Show. Love it. We love Teddy Roosevelt NP. Last year on our way home from Glacier NP we drove highway 2 all the way to Minnesota and enjoyed that very much. This time, we plan on picking up Hwy 12 soon after leaving Billings and taking that route across to Minnesota. It is so nice to have all these choices.
Helen
To follow our journey please click: Bill and Helen's Journey
2005 Montana 3475 pulled by our 2005 Ford 350 Power Stroke Diesel
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08-10-2006, 09:11 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Down the Road
Posts: 5,627
M.O.C. #889
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Helen,
Where are you staying at in Billings??
2004 Chevy Silverado LT 2500HD CrewCab Duramax
2004 Montana 3400RL
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08-10-2006, 05:39 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posts: 4,876
M.O.C. #1944
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We've been through N. Dak several times. Our map shows the states we've slept in. We've just never had the occasion to spend a night there.
Orv
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08-10-2006, 06:14 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Silver Springs
Posts: 2,873
M.O.C. #2716
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Dave, we are at the Yellowstone Park. I would never stay in Billings if my grandson didn't live here after what the KOA and Yellowstone did to and said about RV'ers but seeing Michael for a few days makes me overlook everything. That is a Grandma's prerogative.
Helen
To follow our journey please click: Bill and Helen's Journey
2005 Montana 3475 pulled by our 2005 Ford 350 Power Stroke Diesel
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08-11-2006, 09:30 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posts: 4,876
M.O.C. #1944
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by adelmoll
Dave, we are at the Yellowstone Park. I would never stay in Billings if my grandson didn't live here after what the KOA and Yellowstone did to and said about RV'ers but seeing Michael for a few days makes me overlook everything. That is a Grandma's prerogative.
Helen
To follow our journey please click: Bill and Helen's Journey
2005 Montana 3475 pulled by our 2005 Ford 350 Power Stroke Diesel
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We stayed on the parking lot of the Elks Club in Billings for a donation. But you have to be an Elks member to do that. It was dry camping (no hookups).
Orv
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08-14-2006, 05:03 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Down the Road
Posts: 5,627
M.O.C. #889
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Thanks for the heads up Helen,
Sounds like I will just stick to my plan of Wal*Mart or the Flying J for the night in Billings.
2004 Chevy Silverado LT 2500HD CrewCab Duramax
2004 Montana 3400RL
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08-17-2006, 01:36 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Washburn
Posts: 591
M.O.C. #1782
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Seeing as our map includes ND thought I better post. We stopped in Medora and the Teddy Roosevelt National Park on the way back from Alaska. Always had this picture of ND being cold. During the four days were there the temp was triple digits half of the time. Enjoyed our stay.
Dave and Carla
Polish Ponderosa On The Move
2004.5 Dodge 3500 Quad Cab 4x4 SB White Sport Appearance
2004 2980RL Montana
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08-18-2006, 07:17 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Oceanside
Posts: 20,028
M.O.C. #20
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Dave and Carla, we're hoping to go to Medora and TRNP one of these days. Do you recall the park you were in and your thoughts about it? Also, did you like the NP? Thanks.
See another Montana or Mountaineer on the road? Flash lights twice, it might be one of us!
Steve Reigle (pronounced Regal)
Fulltiming since 3/21/03
'03 3295RK
'05 Ford F250 SD Lariat CC SB 6.0L PSD/TS FX4 4x4
Our RV Travels (now Firefox-compatible)
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08-21-2006, 02:50 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Washburn
Posts: 591
M.O.C. #1782
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sreigle, We stayed at Red Trail Campground. $27/ night 24.30 with my Good Sam discount. Nothing special about cg. A guy walked up to the site and guided me backing in. Cable is $2 extra. Would stay there again. Be warned get groceries before you get to Medora. They have nothing but milk and bread in town. It is a 30 mile drive to Dickerson to find a grocery store.
TRNP is a nice park we traveled the tour route in the South section mid day with 103 temps so only saw a few bison. Neighbor in cg did it in the evening and saw lots of wild horses also. There is a campground in the park, but didn't go in so can't say what it is like. Had a nice tour of the cabin TR lived in when he was out here.
Cowboy museum in town and also a frenchman's 'cabin?' who started a cattle operation in town. If you are into golf definitely golf the local golf course. There are four holes in the bad lands and are just spectacular.
Hope this helps.
Dave and Carla
Polish Ponderosa On The Move
2004.5 Dodge 3500 Quad Cab 4x4 SB White Sport Appearance
2004 2980RL Montana
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08-21-2006, 05:28 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Oceanside
Posts: 20,028
M.O.C. #20
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Thanks, Dave and Carla. That will be helpful. We hope to get there one of these days but just don't yet know when.
See another Montana or Mountaineer on the road? Flash lights twice, it might be one of us!
Steve Reigle (pronounced Regal)
Fulltiming since 3/21/03
'03 3295RK
'05 Ford F250 SD Lariat CC SB 6.0L PSD/TS FX4 4x4
Our RV Travels (now Firefox-compatible)
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