We found a campgroun KOA at Palmer Gulch - near Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. The woman at the registration desk said that the temps got to 27 degrees last night. BRRRR. are we in Northern New York? We got tent set up and then did some touring. Went back to Crazy Horse and had our PB&J sandwiches that we made at the hotel from breakfast. Went to the scuptor's studio where Korczak had his other pieces or art displayed. Ruth, his wife, lives on the premises. We took a $4 bus ride to theb base of the mountain. Different perspective of the statue.
Went to Hill City and Custer sightseeing.
We had dinner at campsite of turkey, pasta, peas and tea. Yummy! Needed to be at entrance at 6 pm to catch a bus to go to Mt. Rushmore for the lighting ceremony that began at 8 pm. By taking the bus we were able to keep the tent attached to the explorer. The ranger spoke for a few minutes and then we viewed a short movie. Then she asked all the veterans to come down for the flag lowering ceremony. There were a lot of people who went to the stage. It was nice to honor the veteran's.
Back to the bus around 8:45 and back to campground. It was a little chilly getting to sleep but was comfortable. I think we saw the beginnings of the Northern Lights but didn't stay up to view them. Bed at 10 pm
Will send photos later from this day.
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