Podcasts about Devils Tower

Rising out of a relatively flat sea of prairie in North East Wyoming, "Devils Tower" - is - to put it lightly - undeniably unique. Noodles and I explore its peculiar plentitude of pillar-like features which baffle geologists attempting to decipher The Towers exact origins. The site remains significant in stories and spiritual traditions of the Crow, Cheyenne, Arapaho, Kiowa, Lakota and other plains tribes… Works Cited: https://www.jstor.org/stable/26446668?read-now=1&seq=1#page_scan_tab_contentshttps://aktalakota.stjo.org/lakota-legends/devils-tower/https://alpinist.com/features/in-the-bears-lodge/https://www.nps.gov/deto/learn/nature/tower-formation.htmhttps://www.britannica.com/place/Devils-Tower-National-Monumenthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gwy7GqE-G9ohttps://www.britannica.com/event/Battle-of-the-Little-Bighornhttps://travelwyoming.com/article/bear-lodge-the-sacred-history-of-devils-tower/https://docuseek2.com/bf-dthttps://pluralism.org/sweat-lodge

In today's episode, CesarRespino.com brings to you a special guest by the name of Dean Barta.He is the Founder, CEO and Guide of Barta Business Group, based in Helena, Montana and Denver, Colorado.Throughout Dean's 35+ years of business experience, he had learned that most businesses are great at their craft but not great at the financial back-of-the-house activities.He and his team of professionals, guide business owners in making the best decisions to grow their organizations, so they can focus on doing what they love in their businesses. They serve clients through the United States.Dean takes pride in being a certified Wilderness First Responder for the past 23 years. He once golfed a hole-in-one immediately after a 21-mile mountain bike ride and touts climbing Devils Tower as his scariest outdoor adventure. An avid mountain biker, telemark skier and hiker; his favorite personal passion is sharing life's adventures with his wife and their dog Bijou.Dean's message to you is:"Keep moving in life."To Connect with Dean Barta go to:Dean@BartaBusinessGroup.comDenver, Colorado 720-336-0535Helena, Montana 406-518-1033BartaBusinessGroup.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bartabusinessgroupdeanbarta/To Connect with CesarRespino go to:

This is the Day Three update of the CC and JT BAT. Here are the Day One and Day Two updates. Episode 167 is from our hotel room in Fort Pierre, South Dakota, and we are bushed. Day Three of the BAT was yesterday, all eleven hours, and we started north from Casper, Wyoming. When we lived in Nebraska in the Stone Age, the phrase was “nothing between here and Canada except for barbed wire.” They were right. Long stretches of road in both WY and SD where there is nothing but bushes. Not even trees. The drive was still very interesting, and we made two of what could have been a dozen stops. Devils Tower is  both amazing and a flashback to our youth. I cannot accurate describe the impact on this (and many other) teenage geeks when I saw Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Before we got there, I thought the whole thing was probably an overinflated Hollywood special effect. Nope. It lived up to its hype. We stopped at Wall Drug in Wall, South Dakota because the Jedi ghost image of Justin Scarred told us to. Fun place with all sorts of shops and pictures and good food. We're about to hit the road for Day Four, so let me give you some clicks. Our hashtags for this tip continue to be #ccandjt and #bat2024. Shortcuts: CC's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cassidycarson45?lang=en My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsonhumebooks Blue Sky hashtag #ccandjt: https://bsky.app/search?q=%23ccandjt Threads hashtag #ccandjt: https://www.threads.net/search/?q=%23ccandjt&serp_type=default Twitter hashtag #ccandjt: https://twitter.com/search?q=%23ccandjt&src=typed_query Instagram hashtag #ccandjt: https://instagram.com/explore/tags/ccandjt/ Facebook hashtag #ccandjt: https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/ccandjt Notes: other people may be using this hashtag. We're also using #bat2024, but results may vary. Have a listen and enjoy. TIA LYL!

We head to the wide open spaces (cue The Chicks) of Wyoming! Lauren is up first with stories and legends surrounding Devils Tower, the first United States national monument, established in 1906. Long before it became a national monument, the massive structure was (and still is) a sacred place for many Native American Plains tribes. The legends that surround the enormous landform have been rumored to give the area a very spooky vibe. Next, Kenzie shares an old story that has turned into a Wyoming legend. There is no question that Walter Earl Durand led police on a wild goose chase through the mountains, and that he is responsible for the 5 murders that took place during the whole escapade. The legend comes from questions about who this man really was and what his motivations were for the daring escape. You won't want to miss this episode because these stories are truly *legendary*. --Follow us on Social Media and find out how to support A Scary State by clicking on our Link Tree: https://instabio.cc/4050223uxWQAl--Have a scary tale or listener story of your own? Send us an email to ascarystatepodcast@gmail.com! We can't wait to read it!--Thinking of starting a podcast? Thinking about using Buzzsprout for that? Well use our link to let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1722892--Works cited!https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yta4QOa3v1nS3V-vOcYPNx3xSgv_GckdFcZj6FBt8zg/edit?usp=sharing --Intro and outro music thanks to Kevin MacLeod. You can visit his site here: http://incompetech.com/. Which is where we found our music!

Premier épisode d'une série sur le thème “Les Galères de Voyage forgent les plus beaux souvenirs”. Nous vous emmenons sur les routes du Wyoming, où nous attend une nuit d'orage dantesque, affrontée sous la tente, avec un groupe d'amis que nous avons craint de perdre, au sens propre comme au sens figuré ! NB : comme les galères ne viennent que rarement seules, l'enregistrement de ce podcast a connu lui aussi quelques galères… de micro : résultat, une Sandrine bien présente et un Silvère plus lointain. Gageons que nous saurons apprendre de nos erreurs.

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It has been long theorized that many of the flat top mountains really resemble petrified trees. But these things are absolutely massive and according to science, they only "look like" trees. My ass. On top of that, Bills gates is at it again! Anti-tree loving science guy calls those who believe that trees help the carbon footprint says only idiots believe that! Keep that third eye open!Rife Machine 10% off!---> https://rifemachine.myshopify.com/?rfsn=7689156.6a9b5cTo inquire about a Past life regression session, email us---> cultofconspiracypodcast@yahoo.comTo find the Meta Mysteries Podcast---> https://open.spotify.com/show/6IshwF6qc2iuqz3WTPz9Wv?si=3a32c8f730b34e79For an A+ Travel Agent, contact Allyn at-- https://www.yourmagicaldestinations.com/allyn.htmlSign up for our Patreon go to-> Patreon.com/cultofconspiracypodcastTo Sign up for our Rokfin go to -->Rokfin.com/cultofconspiracy--->For all of your Cult of Conspiracy needs! Including discounts to Adam&Eve & MERCH! Go to -> https://linktr.ee/cultofconspiracyThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5700337/advertisement

Bienvenue dans ce nouveau CuriOsity !Aujourd'hui on part à la découverte du premier monument national des États-Unis : la Devils Tower. Ou si vous préférez : la Tour du Diable. Mais en fait... il s'avère que cette tour n'a rien à voir avec le Diable... mais plutôt avec de nombreuses légendes des tribus des premières nations d'Amérique !Mais bref on vous en a déjà trop dis, c'est parti pour un nouveau CuriOsity ! --------------------------- Retrouvez la légende du Bear Lodge contée par Marie Mad Line ici : https://youtu.be/A0hbrGLHUfY --------------------------- Les webcams autour de la Tour du Diable : https://www.nps.gov/deto/learn/photosmultimedia/webcams.htm --------------------------- Tous les liens utiles de la chaine : bento.me/occulture ---------------------------- Sources : Atlas Obscura - Joshua Foer, Dylan Thuyas, Ella Morton ( https://amzn.to/39kNYPr ) https://www.nps.gov/ https://www.francetvinfo.fr/ https://www.voyage.fr/ https://planet-terre.ens-lyon.fr/ https://www.passionamerique.com/ https://www.lostintheusa.fr/ https://www.sunsetbld.com/ https://www.jeparsauxusa.com/ https://wikipedia.org/ Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Voici la légende racontant comment le Bear Lodge (appelé par erreur la Devils Tower) aux États-Unis aurait vu le jour ! Conté par Marie Mad Line. Vidéo d'origine : https://youtu.be/pbMPa0GoRC4 -------------------------- Tous les liens utiles de la chaine : bento.me/occulture Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Jess checks in from Epic Road Trip 2023, and there's already been a run-in with police. Stumbling into a magic hour outdoor viewing of Close Encounters of the Third Kind at the base of Devils Tower, What's the Yellowstone Zone of Death?? How'd Tenney's court date go?? Wtf day is it and wtf state are we in??? All that and more! Be a dummy or a dumpster by supporting the podcast on our Patreon:http://patreon.com/whatsupweirdo Call the show and leave a message! 313-444-5170 Follow us!Twitter: @johneltenney @JessicaKnapikInsta: @johneltenney @openmyeyestoblue @wuwpod A huge thank you to our sponsors:Old Town Roasting – IG: @oldtownroasting https://oldtownroasting.com Adam Berry Apparel – IG: @adamberry https://adamberrymerch.com

1678: Congress talks UFO's, media hypes “melting” cactus, left hates school choice, Prop 480 lawsuit, Jeff fortifies corn!   Jeff is joined by Angela and Olivia to hit on todays Congressional UFO hearings…Angela has doubts. Jeff's ready to watch Close Encounters. Jeff fortifies the corn against deer (and aliens). Hospital group takes prop 480 to court in Flagstaff. 6 year old climbs Devils Tower. + more on media hype on heat wave and a lot more on UFO's and aliens. 

https://slasrpodcast.com/   SLASRPodcast@gmail.com    Welcome to the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast! Also known as SLASR. Join an experienced search and rescue volunteer and his friend as they discuss all things related to hiking and search and rescue in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.  Welcome to episode 114 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast, we are a podcast about hiking and search and rescue in the white mountains. We also spend a lot of time talking about history, trail maintenance and forest management. This week we have a great guest joining us  - Dave Govatski is the co curator of the White Mountains museum at Plymouth State University, he is a US forest Service employee, a volunteer trail maintainer, and an expert in old growth forests. David was kind enough to sit down with us on a wide ranging discussion where we touched on many topics including his involvement in the 1967 cog Railway accident, his advice on where to local old growth forest in the White Mountains, his experience in the forest service, the weeks act and a slew of other topics. All this plus recent hikes on Madison, Adams, and Acteon ridge plus recent search and rescue news included a near tragedy on Cannon Mountain This weeks Higher Summit Forecast About David Govatski Northern Woodland Article Forests For The People 1967 Cog Railway Tragedy Museum of the White Mountains   Window Cling Order Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAWSpyB3_6IbQF84DaSkJ1KdlUzQkY6DDNM2S-8axYK98NyQ/viewform    Topics Higher Summits Forecast Begging for Apple Podcast Reviews The Stomps love floating on the Pemi Listener feedback Near tragedy on Cannon Mountain 6 year old climbs the Devils Tower in Wyoming Free climber falls 500 feet Pop Culture Talk,  Recent Hikers on Mount Madison, Mount Adams and Acteon Ridge Guest of the Week - Dave Govatski Recent Search and Rescue News   Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree Hiker rescued Cannon Mtn 6 year old is the youngest to climb Devils Tower Dad throws kid in the water and floaties fall off Free climber falls 500 feet to her death Search concludes for epileptic hiker 16 year old lost hiker walks out of the Canadian Wilderness after 54 hour search. Missing Kayaker found deceased Injured Hiker on Falling Waters Trail Injured hiker rescued on Dicky Trail. Hiker assisted off Bald Mtn.  Hiker assisted down Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail   10 Essentials Links https://www.nps.gov/articles/10essentials.htm  https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ten_Essentials  https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html  https://www.outdoors.org/resources/amc-outdoors/outdoor-resources/the-10-essentials-what-to-pack-for-a-backcountry-hike/  https://www.mountaineers.org/blog/what-are-the-ten-essentials    Sponsors and Partners Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Bay Slate Coasters Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Alzheimer's Association - 48 Peaks Seek The Peak Website  CS Coffee

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Have you ever visited South Dakota?  In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are exploring one of our favorite places to visit in this state – the Black Hills! We could honestly spend so much time here because we just can't get enough.  You will never run out of areas to explore in the Black Hills, and today, we're talking all about our favorite places to go and things to do if you're visiting this area of South Dakota. Join us as we cover:  The understated beauty of Wind Cave National Park What we love about Jewel Cave Things to do in Custer Wildlife sightings and scenic drives in Custer State Park Why the Crazy Horse Memorial is a must-see Other cities nearby that you can visit Our favorite town in the Black Hills The old west experience in Deadwood Why we love Devils Tower in Wyoming  There you have it!  This list of places will give you a nice well-rounded experience on your trip to the Black Hills.  If you need help planning your trip, we're here for you! You can find everything you need to make your dream trip a reality at DirtInMyShoes.com.Check out the full show notes here.

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In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks, ranger-led tours, road trips, hiking, camping, backpacking, gear, relationships, and pretty much whatever anyone wants to ask us. In this episode, we cover these topics: ·     Whether Devils Tower is worth the 2-hour drive when visiting the Black Hills, ·     Advice on an Alaska bucket-list trip, ·     Rules about e-bikes in the national parks, ·     Which tour tickets to buy at Carlsbad Caverns, ·     Which hotel is best to stay at outside Bryce Canyon National Park, ·     And more!   Our Patreon account is now up and running with bonus content. Follow this link to check it out.   Don't forget to check out our new online merch store and www.dirtlander.com.   Subscribe to The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and if you've enjoyed our show, please leave us a review or rating on Apple Podcasts. Five-star ratings help other listeners find our show.   Follow us on Instagram at @mattandkarensmith, on Twitter at @mattandkaren, on Facebook at dearbobands, or check out our blog at www.mattandkaren.com.   To advertise on The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast, email us at mattandkarensmith@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm back in the USA after a brief stay in London. In this episode, I'll be in Montana and Yellowstone National Park – where I get up close with a bunch of buffalos and a big bear.  I met Stefan Cattarin of Visit Billings and asked him to say a few words about Billings.  “We are the largest city in the state, we serve about a 500-mile radius as the largest economic hub. We're a railroad town founded in 1882, and part of that American expansion era, but we've since become a progressive cradle in this region.” It's not the typical big American city with skyscrapers, but even though it's not so big, it has a lot of hotels. According to Stefan, they serve around 5,000 room nights with 50 hotels.  “Montana has a draw. People want to come here, so we get a lot of leisure travel and the location between Denver, Seattle and Minneapolis makes it a natural place to stop.”  FACTS ABOUT WHERE WE ARE With around 100,000 people, Billings is the largest city in Montana and is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and thriving economy. Montana is nicknamed "The Treasure State" because of its abundant natural resources, including coal, oil, gold, and silver. Billings was once a hub for cowboys and is still known for its rodeo culture, hosting the Montana Fair rodeo each summer. Montana is home to more than a million acres of national parks and forests, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. You can also find the longest undammed river in the lower part of the United States here – the Yellowstone River. Montana is one of the largest producers of organic wheat in the United States and is known for its delicious wheat-based products. Montana is also known for its thriving arts and music scene, with several venues in Billings hosting live performances and events year-round. You have a lot of space here. With only seven people per square mile, Montana is the third least densely populated state in the USA. Only Alaska and Wyoming have fewer people per square mile.  YELLOWSTONE COUNTY MUSEUM IN A HISTORIC CABIN I spot a museum as I pick up my rental car at Billings Logan International Airport. It's called Yellowstone County Museum. It's placed right on top of the rim, right next to the airport. There's an amazing view here, but once you head inside the historic cabin and see more than 20,000 artifacts.  The Yellowstone County Museum has been open to the public since 1956. The entrance is a historical building called “The McCormick Cabin.” It was built as a space for social gatherings by Paul McCormick in 1893 in present-day downtown Billings. The cabin was moved to its current location in 1954 to serve as the Museum's entrance. Executive Director, Terry Steiner, tells me more: “Teddy Roosevelt and Buffalo Bill were personal friends of Paul McCormick, and they quite frequently came up to sit down and drink cheap scotch and probably smoke cigars in this cabin.” They also have a Buffalo there with fur on one side and a skeleton on the other. Or is it a Bison?  If you're landing in or flying out of Billings, take time to visit the museum. And it's free. AMERICAN ROAD TRIP BEGINS Now I'm starting my road trip, and when I met Stefan of Visit Billings, I thought he would be the best to ask what I should see. “Well, you can't go wrong no matter if you north, south, east, or west. Truly we're known as Montana's trailhead, so we're really that great hub to get you into all the great Montana adventures.”  After seeing the buffalo at The Yellowstone County Museum, I decided to head south to see real buffalos in Yellowstone National Park.  DRIVING THROUGH YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone National Park is one of the most stunning and unique natural wonders in the United States. Spanning across three states, Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, this massive park covers over 2.2 million acres – that's almost 9,000 square kilometers and about the size of Puerto Rico or Cyprus.  It's home to an incredible array of geysers, hot springs, and other geothermal features. You can also spot a lot of wildlife, including bears, wolves, buffalos, and elk, and it's surrounded by breathtaking and scenic views that are simply awe-inspiring. The park's history is rich and fascinating, and it was the first national park in the world, established all the way back in 1872. Over the years, it has become a beloved destination for millions of visitors each year. One of the most awe-inspiring aspects of Yellowstone National Park is its over 10,000 geothermal features, and we, as visitors, can witness the power of these natural wonders as they boil, bubble, and steam in the midst of the rugged wilderness. I'm driving down towards the most famous of these. It's called Old Faithful – and there's a reason for that. But we'll get to that.  Another fascinating aspect of the park is its diverse wildlife that can be seen roaming freely throughout the park. Visitors can also spot a number of bird species, including eagles, ospreys, and other birds of prey, making it a birdwatcher's paradise. DON'T GET CLOSE TO THE BEARS There are signs all over that we should stay at least 100 yards (91 meters) away from wolves and bears. But at a parking lot I saw a bear just a few meters away from a group of people taking pictures. This was crazy dangerous, and a car with some rangers drove up and shouted “move” and “get away” to the people. This was really dangerous, and some of these people could have ended up as bear lunch that day.  I actually caught this on video, and on theradiovagabond.com, you can see it, hear the car with the rangers approaching – and them shouting “move.” You'll be shocked to see how close some of them are. Just a few feet away from this huge bear.  OLD FAITHFUL One of the most popular attractions in the park is Old Faithful, a geyser that has been erupting for thousands of years. It is one of the most famous geysers in the world and is a major tourist attraction. Old Faithful gets its name from the fact that it erupts every 90 minutes, making it a reliable and predictable geological feature. It erupts by sending a column of steam and hot water into the air, reaching heights of up to 185 feet (56 meters). The eruption lasts between 1.5 and 5 minutes, and even though its faithful nature, the interval between eruptions can vary a bit. But they do have a sign saying when the next eruption time is.  Old Faithful is one of the world's most famous and well-studied geysers and is a symbol of the natural beauty and geological wonder of Yellowstone National Park. It is a must-see destination for anyone visiting the park and is an experience that visitors will never forget. I'm watching it from a viewing platform, but you can also take a guided tour to learn about the geyser and the surrounding area. The Old Faithful Visitor Education Center is also a popular destination, offering information about the geyser and other geothermal features in the park. I spent some time there and also watched an interesting video in their movie theatre.  PUT YELLOWSTONE ON YOUR BUCKET LIST Whether you're an avid hiker, a nature lover, or simply someone who loves to explore new places, Yellowstone National Park is an unforgettable destination that is sure to leave a lasting impression. It's a true bucket list destination that you won't want to miss. Overall, Yellowstone National Park is one of the most unique and stunning natural wonders in the United States, and my visit to this incredible park is an experience that I'll never forget.  DEVIL'S TOWER WITHOUT ALIENS I have one more experience to share with you. I made my way across the state of Wyoming from west to east to a unique mountain. It's called Devils Tower, and actually it's not a mountain. It is a geologic formation, a monolith, and a massive chunk of rock rising out of the prairies like a middle finger flipped at the sky. The rock itself is like nothing you've ever seen before and truly a sight that takes your breath away, a testament to the raw power of Mother Nature. With the unique flat top, it's rugged and covered in deep grooves that speak to the millions of years it's been standing here. As you approach, you can feel the energy of the place, a pulsing beat that hums through the ground and up into your bones, and you can sense that history and mystery as you wander the base. Devil's Tower became famous after serving as the centerpiece of the 1977 science fiction movie "Close Encounters of the Third Kind." Directed by Steven Spielberg, the film tells the story of a group of people who have encounters with aliensafter seeing strange lights in the sky. The main character, played by Richard Dreyfuss, creates a copy of the tower in his living room and then is drawn there – even though the government tells people to stay away.  They didn't tell me to stay away. Just to stay away with my microphone. I spoke to a ranger telling some interesting stories and asked him if I could record that for the podcast. He said I needed a permit for that and sent me to an office. Here, the manager said that he also wasn't able to give me that permit. I had to send a special request to the PR department of the Park Service – and then MAYBE, I would get a permit in a few weeks.  This is America, and very bureaucratic in this way. Getting anyone to repeat what they just said to visitors into a microphone for a podcast is a long and difficult process, and something I experience again and again in this country – and only here.  But still, I got to admire the unique landscape I remember so well from the movie. In it, the aliens communicate with the humans on the ground through a series of musical tones. And to this day – even though it was just a film – many people visit this place in the hopes of having their own close encounter. It is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the American West and a protected national monument. It's a popular destination for rock climbers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. It is considered sacred by several Native American tribes, who have a long and rich cultural history tied to the site. So if you ever find yourself in Wyoming, make the pilgrimage to Devil's Tower. Stand in its shadow, feel its power, and be humbled by the sheer force of nature that created this magnificent landmark. And if you're hoping for an interview, ask a long time in advance.  AI POEM ABOUT WHAT HAS HAPPENED  The Radio Vagabond took a trip to Montana's land, Where cowboys once roamed, wild and bold and grand. He visited a museum in an old cabin brought, With artifacts and stories, all worth a second thought. He spoke with Terry, learned about the past, Saw a buffalo, or was it a bison at last? Then off to Yellowstone, where nature did astound, A bear so close, the thrill made him resound. The Old Faithful geyser, shooting high in the air, A sight to behold, a memory so rare. Days he'll never forget, in this big Western state, Where the Radio Vagabond, his journey did create. And then he went to Wyoming, where aliens once took flight, A special mountain where close encounters took sight. The Radio Vagabond, on his travels, will roam, Bringing tales and wonders to his listeners back home. My name is Palle Bo, and I gotta keep moving. See you.

I'm back in the USA after a brief stay in London. In this episode, I'll be in Montana and Yellowstone National Park – where I get up close with a bunch of buffalos and a big bear. I met Stefan Cattarin of Visit Billings and asked him to say a few words about Billings. “We are the largest city in the state, we serve about a 500-mile radius as the largest economic hub. We're a railroad town founded in 1882, and part of that American expansion era, but we've since become a progressive cradle in this region.” It's not the typical big American city with skyscrapers, but even though it's not so big, it has a lot of hotels. According to Stefan, they serve around 5,000 room nights with 50 hotels. “Montana has a draw. People want to come here, so we get a lot of leisure travel and the location between Denver, Seattle and Minneapolis makes it a natural place to stop.” FACTS ABOUT WHERE WE ARE With around 100,000 people, Billings is the largest city in Montana and is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and thriving economy. Montana is nicknamed "The Treasure State" because of its abundant natural resources, including coal, oil, gold, and silver. Billings was once a hub for cowboys and is still known for its rodeo culture, hosting the Montana Fair rodeo each summer. Montana is home to more than a million acres of national parks and forests, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. You can also find the longest undammed river in the lower part of the United States here – the Yellowstone River. Montana is one of the largest producers of organic wheat in the United States and is known for its delicious wheat-based products. Montana is also known for its thriving arts and music scene, with several venues in Billings hosting live performances and events year-round. You have a lot of space here. With only seven people per square mile, Montana is the third least densely populated state in the USA. Only Alaska and Wyoming have fewer people per square mile. YELLOWSTONE COUNTY MUSEUM IN A HISTORIC CABIN I spot a museum as I pick up my rental car at Billings Logan International Airport. It's called Yellowstone County Museum. It's placed right on top of the rim, right next to the airport. There's an amazing view here, but once you head inside the historic cabin and see more than 20,000 artifacts. The Yellowstone County Museum has been open to the public since 1956. The entrance is a historical building called “The McCormick Cabin.” It was built as a space for social gatherings by Paul McCormick in 1893 in present-day downtown Billings. The cabin was moved to its current location in 1954 to serve as the Museum's entrance. Executive Director, Terry Steiner, tells me more: “Teddy Roosevelt and Buffalo Bill were personal friends of Paul McCormick, and they quite frequently came up to sit down and drink cheap scotch and probably smoke cigars in this cabin.” They also have a Buffalo there with fur on one side and a skeleton on the other. Or is it a Bison? If you're landing in or flying out of Billings, take time to visit the museum. And it's free. AMERICAN ROAD TRIP BEGINS Now I'm starting my road trip, and when I met Stefan of Visit Billings, I thought he would be the best to ask what I should see. “Well, you can't go wrong no matter if you north, south, east, or west. Truly we're known as Montana's trailhead, so we're really that great hub to get you into all the great Montana adventures.” After seeing the buffalo at The Yellowstone County Museum, I decided to head south to see real buffalos in Yellowstone National Park. DRIVING THROUGH YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone National Park is one of the most stunning and unique natural wonders in the United States. Spanning across three states, Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, this massive park covers over 2.2 million acres – that's almost 9,000 square kilometers and about the size of Puerto Rico or Cyprus. It's home to an incredible array of geysers, hot springs, and other geothermal features. You can also spot a lot of wildlife, including bears, wolves, buffalos, and elk, and it's surrounded by breathtaking and scenic views that are simply awe-inspiring. The park's history is rich and fascinating, and it was the first national park in the world, established all the way back in 1872. Over the years, it has become a beloved destination for millions of visitors each year. One of the most awe-inspiring aspects of Yellowstone National Park is its over 10,000 geothermal features, and we, as visitors, can witness the power of these natural wonders as they boil, bubble, and steam in the midst of the rugged wilderness. I'm driving down towards the most famous of these. It's called Old Faithful – and there's a reason for that. But we'll get to that. Another fascinating aspect of the park is its diverse wildlife that can be seen roaming freely throughout the park. Visitors can also spot a number of bird species, including eagles, ospreys, and other birds of prey, making it a birdwatcher's paradise. DON'T GET CLOSE TO THE BEARS There are signs all over that we should stay at least 100 yards (91 meters) away from wolves and bears. But at a parking lot I saw a bear just a few meters away from a group of people taking pictures. This was crazy dangerous, and a car with some rangers drove up and shouted “move” and “get away” to the people. This was really dangerous, and some of these people could have ended up as bear lunch that day. I actually caught this on video, and on theradiovagabond.com, you can see it, hear the car with the rangers approaching – and them shouting “move.” You'll be shocked to see how close some of them are. Just a few feet away from this huge bear. OLD FAITHFUL One of the most popular attractions in the park is Old Faithful, a geyser that has been erupting for thousands of years. It is one of the most famous geysers in the world and is a major tourist attraction. Old Faithful gets its name from the fact that it erupts every 90 minutes, making it a reliable and predictable geological feature. It erupts by sending a column of steam and hot water into the air, reaching heights of up to 185 feet (56 meters). The eruption lasts between 1.5 and 5 minutes, and even though its faithful nature, the interval between eruptions can vary a bit. But they do have a sign saying when the next eruption time is. Old Faithful is one of the world's most famous and well-studied geysers and is a symbol of the natural beauty and geological wonder of Yellowstone National Park. It is a must-see destination for anyone visiting the park and is an experience that visitors will never forget. I'm watching it from a viewing platform, but you can also take a guided tour to learn about the geyser and the surrounding area. The Old Faithful Visitor Education Center is also a popular destination, offering information about the geyser and other geothermal features in the park. I spent some time there and also watched an interesting video in their movie theatre.  PUT YELLOWSTONE ON YOUR BUCKET LIST Whether you're an avid hiker, a nature lover, or simply someone who loves to explore new places, Yellowstone National Park is an unforgettable destination that is sure to leave a lasting impression. It's a true bucket list destination that you won't want to miss. Overall, Yellowstone National Park is one of the most unique and stunning natural wonders in the United States, and my visit to this incredible park is an experience that I'll never forget. DEVIL'S TOWER WITHOUT ALIENS I have one more experience to share with you. I made my way across the state of Wyoming from west to east to a unique mountain. It's called Devils Tower, and actually it's not a mountain. It is a geologic formation, a monolith, and a massive chunk of rock rising out of the prairies like a middle finger flipped at the sky. The rock itself is like nothing you've ever seen before and truly a sight that takes your breath away, a testament to the raw power of Mother Nature. With the unique flat top, it's rugged and covered in deep grooves that speak to the millions of years it's been standing here. As you approach, you can feel the energy of the place, a pulsing beat that hums through the ground and up into your bones, and you can sense that history and mystery as you wander the base. Devil's Tower became famous after serving as the centerpiece of the 1977 science fiction movie "Close Encounters of the Third Kind." Directed by Steven Spielberg, the film tells the story of a group of people who have encounters with aliens after seeing strange lights in the sky. The main character, played by Richard Dreyfuss, creates a copy of the tower in his living room and then is drawn there – even though the government tells people to stay away. They didn't tell me to stay away. Just to stay away with my microphone. I spoke to a ranger telling some interesting stories and asked him if I could record that for the podcast. He said I needed a permit for that and sent me to an office. Here, the manager said that he also wasn't able to give me that permit. I had to send a special request to the PR department of the Park Service – and then MAYBE, I would get a permit in a few weeks.  This is America, and very bureaucratic in this way. Getting anyone to repeat what they just said to visitors into a microphone for a podcast is a long and difficult process, and something I experience again and again in this country – and only here. But still, I got to admire the unique landscape I remember so well from the movie. In it, the aliens communicate with the humans on the ground through a series of musical tones. And to this day – even though it was just a film – many people visit this place in the hopes of having their own close encounter. It is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the American West and a protected national monument. It's a popular destination for rock climbers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. It is considered sacred by several Native American tribes, who have a long and rich cultural history tied to the site. So if you ever find yourself in Wyoming, make the pilgrimage to Devil's Tower. Stand in its shadow, feel its power, and be humbled by the sheer force of nature that created this magnificent landmark. And if you're hoping for an interview, ask a long time in advance. AI POEM ABOUT WHAT HAS HAPPENED The Radio Vagabond took a trip to Montana's land, Where cowboys once roamed, wild and bold and grand. He visited a museum in an old cabin brought, With artifacts and stories, all worth a second thought. He spoke with Terry, learned about the past, Saw a buffalo, or was it a bison at last? Then off to Yellowstone, where nature did astound, A bear so close, the thrill made him resound. The Old Faithful geyser, shooting high in the air, A sight to behold, a memory so rare. Days he'll never forget, in this big Western state, Where the Radio Vagabond, his journey did create. And then he went to Wyoming, where aliens once took flight, A special mountain where close encounters took sight. The Radio Vagabond, on his travels, will roam, Bringing tales and wonders to his listeners back home. My name is Palle Bo, and I gotta keep moving. See you.

Is truth stranger than fiction? In this episode we decided YES, it is! We explored some of the very interesting myths and legends from Wyoming's great history. We talked about Big Nose George, Devils Tower, cow-tipping and the "little people." Our very interesting narrative is from John Mionczynski, well known biologist, and naturalist. John tells his story of his encounter with Sasquatch, or “Bigfoot” while camping alone in the Wind River Mountains. John Mionczynski started on his journey to learn more about the creature known as Sasquatch, or “Bigfoot” and shares what he has learned over the years with other researchers. Over the decades since, he has searched for further evidence of a large primate inhabiting the forests of western North America, particularly in the Wyoming Wind River Range. John Mionczynski is well-known in Lander and Atlantic City, and his research is interesting and thought- provoking. He is a researcher of big horn sheep and grizzly bears, and medicinal plants expert. Listen to his story and decide for yourself! Big Nose George The phrase “walk a mile in my shoes” takes on chilling connotations when the shoes are made of human skin. And although the creation of such a pair sounds so gruesome as to be unbelievable, the shoes exist and are displayed at the Carbon County Museum in Rawlins, Wyo., where additional items reveal more of the story of the mysterious outlaw Big Nose George Parrott. Rawlins physician John Osborne had the shoes made from Parrott's skin after his March 22, 1881, lynching and wore them to his 1893 inaugural as Wyoming's governor. Osborne later served as a director in the Rawlins National Bank and displayed the shoes in a glass case in the front lobby there. Devils Tower There are numerous stories about the Tower passed down through American Indian culture. Although popular culture would label them myths or legends, a more appropriate term would be oral histories, or in many cases sacred narratives. These stories helped to connect people with the Tower site. Sacred narratives are told today with a reverence to the beliefs and people of the past. Devils Tower, Americas first national monument is an unusual natural landmark, a climbers paradise and a sacred site for Native Americans. The name is misleading, however, because legend has it that the mountain is not the home of the devil, but a refuge from a bear. "Legend of Bigfoot"  The legends of Bigfoot go back beyond recorded history and cover the world. In North America – and particularly the Northwest – you can hear tales of seven-foot-tall hairy men stalking the woods, occasionally scaring campers, lumberjacks, hikers and the like. Bigfoot is known by many titles with many different cultures although the name Bigfoot is generally attributed to the mountainous Western region of North America. The common name Sasquatch comes from the Salish Sasquits, while the Algonquin of the north-central region of the continent refer to a Witiko or Wendigo. Other nations tell of a large creature much like a man but imbued with special powers and characteristics. The Ojibway of the Northern Plains believed the Rugaru appeared in times of danger and other nations agreed that the hairy apparition was a messenger of warning, telling man to change his ways.  Bigfoot: Is the Sasquatch real? Bigfoot, or Sasquatch, is a giant ape-like creature that some people believe roams North America. It is a cryptid (opens in new tab) (or species rumored to exist)and just like the Chupacabra or Loch Ness monster(opens in new tab), there's scant physical evidence to suggest Bigfoot is actually out there. But that doesn't stop alleged sightings of the ape that never shows its face or Bigfoot buffs from trying to prove there's life in the legend. Most Bigfoot sightings occur in the Northwest, where the creature can be linked to Indigenous myths and legends. The word Sasquatch is derived from Sasq'ets, a word from the Halq'emeylem language used by some Salish First Nations peoples in southwestern British Columbia, according to the Oregon Encyclopedia(opens in new tab). It means "wild man" or "hairy man." Here are more Wyoming Myths and Legends Resources for you to explore! Wyoming Urban Legends Haunted Places of Wyoming

Well as you might know (or maybe not), Elara does let me get out on my own every once in a while. This past Fall, my brother and I went on a cross country road trip from San Diego, CA to Rhinebeck, NY.  We were headed back to New York to film the NY Sate Sheep and Wool Festival and I thought it would be great to do a brothers road trip. My brother has not gotten to see much of the west and so I wanted him to see some of this great country's sites. There are many that we visited from Yellowstone, Tetons, The Badlands, Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood, SD, and Devils Tower.  As we were driving through South Dakota we saw a sign for the World's Only Corn Palace, so we looked at each other and said we've got to check this place out.  It's located in Mitchell, SD and also happens to be the hometown of Senator George McGovern, who by the way was instrumental in the creation of the United Nations-run World Food Program. As we walked in to look around, I said to my brother that we need to get an interview about this place and find out its history. There we were connected to Doug Greenway, the director of the Corn Palace and he was gracious enough to give us a few minutes of his time and to give us brief run down of this buildings origin.Links:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corn_Palacehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_McGovernhttps://cornpalace.comhttps://sheepandwool.comSupport the show

With the 45th Anniversary on the horizon, the guys visit Muncie, Indiana and Devils Tower to discuss the mothership of alien movies. The guys discuss the feeling they get while watching the film and how their perspective has changed throughout the years. They talk Roy Neary's questionable decision, the special effects that still stand up today and Paul's problem with the mothership. They close with a ranking of their top 5 Steven Spielberg directed films of all-time! Twitter: @ReelItBackPodInstagram: ReelItBackPodFacebook: Reel It BackPart of the Walk-Ons NetworkThank you for listening!

Leroy comes on to tell us his encounter with Bigfoot while camping near Devils Tower.

Leroy comes on to tell us his encounter with Bigfoot while camping near Devils Tower.

On this weeks episode the crew talks about the Haunted Road trip we went on with Exploring New Jersey.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESupport the show

This Episode is dedicated to James McGill aka Jim The Photographer On today's episode Ashley tells us about a beautiful tower in Wyoming called The Devil's Tower. Passed down through centuries of Native American history, sacred narratives surrounding the formation and spiritual significance of Devils Tower are still told today, preserved as a traditional part of American Indian culture across the region. Though some details vary across different tribes, many aspects of the First Stories of Devils Tower remain the same. Help protect indigenous women https://mmiwusa.org/ Sources: https://www.visitrapidcity.com/blog/2020/10/spirit-season-story-devils-tower-national-monument https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devils_Tower https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/wyoming/devils-tower-wy/ https://www.astronomynotes.com/nature/devilstower-origin.htm https://travelwyoming.com/places-to-go/destinations/national-parks-monuments/devils-tower-national-monument/ https://travelwyoming.com/article/bear-lodge-the-sacred-history-of-devils-tower/ Headline: https://www.yahoo.com/news/man-lights-firework-head-explodes-190858647.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cucmVkZGl0LmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAABm6EK6mHFc4DKK611Eqgo5ZlbMe959S7ZhWtcJqa2J8iUB4PNyDdWfQgaidkGPTBErYExCLs5iI-_iPiuFTwipfgwO1m18KdlxixUHe9M_mDDUWU1VTbgRdfK3zQRAlcGqsn1b-pwsJjWW48C4RClkDP_R757EPT9Q4cQqc8q2I

After a long break from recording, Chris and Jesse return to our studios to discuss our extremely busy summer.  Jesse recaps his trip to Hawaii where he saw some amazing geology.  He also talks about teaching field camp in Idaho to some of the Penn State undergrads.  His favorite though, was continuing his field research in the Northwest Territories of Canada.  He and his PhD student collected over 1,000 pounds of rocks.  When asked about his favorite rocks seen this summer, Jesse didn't hesitate - the ancient rocks in Northern Canada.  The toothpaste rocks won out over the much younger pahoehoe rocks of Hawaii.Chris talked about taking 26 high school seniors out West for 3 weeks on the field course that he teaches.  They went to the South Dakota Badlands, Black Hills, Devils Tower, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Park.  The floods that ravaged Yellowstone in early June didn't prevent the students from learning about the incredible geology of Yellowstone.  Following this, Chris returned to the West with his family to hike and climb.  They went to the flatirons of Red Rocks and then on to Long's Peak.  The Long's Peak granite was easily his favorite rock of the summer.  The rock is interesting because it is a porphyritic granite.  The huge phenocrysts are peculiar because they are not randomly oriented.  Instead, they are aligned in a preferred direction which is a topic of current research.  After leaving Colorado, Chris and family spent the next two weeks banging around in the Tetons.We wrap up the episode by discussing a couple of mineral pairs that can be confusing to identify in the field.  Join us as we have a casual conversation about some incredible geology!As always, send us any questions you may have! Like, Subscribe, and leave us a rating! ——————————————————Instagram: @planetgeocastTwitter: @planetgeocastFacebook: @planetgeocastEmail: planetgeocast@gmail.comWebsite: https://planetgeocast.com/

Real Spiel 20/20 is an unscripted, unedited and unfiltered show hosted by Shawn King. This show takes an honest look at relevant topics and how they impact our personal and professional lives I recorded this episode on a brisk 47* morning while hiking the trails around Devils Tower. If you liked what you heard leave us a comment below and subscribe to the show so you don't miss any future episodes. Share us with a friend or family member so we can continue to grow this program. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realspiel2020/message

On this episode of No Brains No Headache Podcast the guys are joined in studio by Denver Correspondent Andy. The conversation starts with legal gambling wagers on the Wyoming border before hearing Andy's take on the topic of feed the fan. At one point there was a claim made that hot dogs are the new cigarettes. Then it's time to hear about the two week hike across Colorado that Andy participated in. Of course, The Devils Tower aka The Nipple of America is brought up and Matt opens up his recruitment and enters the transfer portal of cults. Finish up with the ranking game Olympics of Will Ferrel Characters. Thank you to our guest for joining the show! This is a NBNH Media Production. Open for interpretation. Available on: Apple. Subscribe + rate + review. Spotify. Follow along. Anchor. Our creation platform. iHeartRadio. Or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episode every Tuesday! Social Media: Twitter. https://twitter.com/nbnhpodcast Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/nbnhpodcast/ Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/nbnhpodcast YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQbXoHzYhhDigOaNXVYdK3g Tik Tok. @NBNHPodcast

Devils Tower National Monument is a must see on any road trip in South Dakota! In fact, you can think of Chris Bolhuis while you are listening, as he is currently teaching 26 lucky high school students at Devils Tower at the moment!The geology of this amazing spectacle has it all - beautiful sedimentary rocks, unique volcanic rocks, and great columnar joints that make the Tower look utterly striking. Devils Tower is a unique rock called a phonolite, and it represents some part of an ancient volcano's plumbing system - a 40 million year old volcano! As usual Like, Subscribe, and leave us a Rating, but don't forget to share PlanetGeo with someone you know!——————————————————Instagram: @planetgeocastTwitter: @planetgeocastFacebook: @planetgeocastEmail: planetgeocast@gmail.comWebsite: https://planetgeocast.com/

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This week the lads bring back friend of the podcast Matt Buddy. They discuss the first time the three of them went on a trip together, to South Dakota and the Black Hills. The discuss Battle of little bighorn, Crazy Horse, Mt Rushmore, Devils Tower, falling asleep in a museum, and the conversation wanders else where. Get your hands on some Wandering Ways Apparel at teespring.com/stores/wandering-ways Check out our instagram for the pictures discussed and more stories @Wandering_Ways_Podcast Love the podcast or want to be a possible guest email us at wanderingwayspodcast@gmail.com or quartzlakeproduction@gmail.com Check out even more Quartz Lake and Wandering Ways fun at https://linktr.ee/WanderingWays Sponsors: Check out Blue Ribbon Nets https://blueribbonnets.net/ and use the code Rugaru10 for 10% off Check out the Little Shell Tribe Store https://shopls574.com/shop/ and use the code Wanderingways to get a discount

A sacred site is “a place that is considered to be sacred or holy” and people view this location worthy of respect. When this behavior takes place, people care for and protect these spaces and pilgrimages often occur. Examples of these locations world-wide are Jerusalem, Hagia Sophia, Himalayan Mountains, Taktsang in Bhutan, Stonehenge, and the Devils Tower just to name a few.There are also local “sacred sight” areas within many states within the United States and when you visit these areas, there is an internal connection between that energy and your own personal energy. Learning to treat yourself as a sacred space is so critical in this process. When you look at your physical life and recognize the importance of “connecting the dots” between who we are as physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual beings”, the process of balancing this sacred space will become apparent.Victoria Hawkins can be reached for consultation via the following links:HipniqueStudios.comTransformationAcademy.com

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The guest for today's episode is author and creative writer, Chris Kalman. A storyteller at heart, Chris's writing has landed him in the pages of Outside and Climbing Magazine with stories that make you think about both sides of the climbing coin—the good and the bad. He's also been featured on a number of audio productions too: Dirtbag Diaries, The Firn Line, and, of course, The Cutting Edge, where he plays host himself. Chris also co-authored the guidebook for Index, Washington and has authored two fictional climbing books that take the reader on a powerful emotional journey through the ups and downs of climbing. Chris has a particular fondness for the Cochamo Valley in South America. The pristine granite walls there have earned it the nickname “Yosemite Valley of South America.” Cochamo has gained more well-deserved exposure in climbing media due its pristine nature and world class landscape, but with more notoriety and exposure comes increased impacts. But impacts also present an opportunity to drive stewardship efforts and inspire the protection of a place. Chris and Peter use Cochamo as an international example of the nexus between tourism and conservation and get into what Chris has done to help proactively manage impacts in Cochamo, while also keeping it available for people to climb on its stunning granite walls. 6:36 - Intro to Chris 12:57 - Authoring the Index guidebook 14:46 - The best worst trad climbing in the U.S. 18:24 - Experience working for the National Park Service 26:46 - “It's Time to Rethink Climbing on Devils Tower” 40:53 - Chris as an author 47:03 - “Dammed if You Don't” 1:01:07 - “We Haven't Messed It Up Yet” 1:06:25 - Preservation vs. conservation 1:07:47 - Friends of Cochamo 1:14:47 - Where you can find some of Chris' other work Chris' website: http://www.chriskalman.com/ Chris' Instagram: @chriswritekalman The Best Worst Trad Climbing in the U.S.: https://www.outdoorresearch.com/blog/lumpy-ridge-the-best-worst-trad-climbing-in-the-united-states Devils Tower article: https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/climbing/why-its-time-rethink-climbing-ban-devils-tower/ NPS info on the Devils Tower closure: https://www.nps.gov/deto/planyourvisit/currentclimbingclosures.htm Climbers- Honor the June Closure at Devils Tower: https://www.accessfund.org/news-and-events/news/climbers-honor-the-june-closure-at-devils-tower Patagonia Cochamo article: https://www.patagonia.com/stories/coming-to-bat-for-cochamo/story-71772.html As Above, So Below: http://www.chriskalman.com/books/as-above-so-below Dammed If You Don't: http://www.chriskalman.com/books/uf64nh7hgb6gurd3mtkwkdagckky5a

1977 was a great year for science fiction movies. Not only did it see the arrival of George Lucas's Star Wars, but  months later, his close friend Steven Spielberg delivered his epic sci-fi classic Close Encounters of the Third Kind, starring Richard Dreyfuss.Roy Neary (Dreyfuss) witnesses a UFO, and it leaves an impression on him that threatens to send him into madness. Meanwhile government agents led by Lacombe (François Truffaut) are also tracking these visitors, and preparing for an awe inspiring showdown at the iconic Devils Tower! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wnmovietalk)

The Black Hills happens to be one of our favorite places.  We thought it was the right time to talk about them as people are getting the itch for summer to arrive so we can play in the mountains.  The Black Hills is the perfect area to orient a young family to a life of adventure and respect for the outdoors.  You can't get into too much trouble here and these mountains and the surrounding area offers so much to do.  The Black Hills of South Dakota are a destination - not a speed bump on your way out West.  Sit back and enjoy!Geology of the HillsThe geology is complex but there are 3 basic suites of rock formations.  The igneous and metamorphic core in the southern part of the Hills (Black Elk Peak, Mount Rushmore), some intrusive and extrusive igneous activity in the northern part of the hills (Bear butte and Devils Tower), and the sedimentary rocks that rim and surround the entire area (Racetrack and Wind Cave).  From a 30,000 foot perspective, everythings looks like a huge oval shaped bullseye.The granite core, that has tons of awesome pegmatite was formed between 2 by and 1.8 by ago in the Trans-Hudson Orogeny. This is ancient mountain building event that formed the Canadian shield and the North American Craton (Jesse, you probably know a lot about this).  The pegmatite makes for a climbing meca.  Surrounding the Granite, is a diverse group of metamorphic rocks.  These are the oldest in the area, because they were formerly sedimentary rocks that were metamorphosed into schists and gneisses by the THO.  These rocks were intensely heated and squeezed enormously.  In some areas of the hills, the metamorphic rocks are tilted 90 degrees (upended) and have been heavily eroded since. (Jesse, we love this stuff because we LOVE schist - garnet, staurolite, etc)The PreC core was eventually brought to the surface.  How did this happen and How do we know?It was relatively flat, and then covered by a shallow sea and eventually the Western Interior Seaway.The sedimentary rocks that circle the BH are oldest near the core and get progressively younger further out.  You can always tell where you are in the BH by the types of rocks around you - core vs. unaltered sed. rx.Over 7500 feet of vertically accumulated rocks hereThen the Laramide Orogeny began to influence this area.  This is the famous event that formed the Rocky Mountains far to the West.  But a stray blob of magma rose way to the East under the Black Hills - pushing up the PreC core and the sedimentary strata covering them.  The highest parts of the BH are 7200 feet above sea level.  The sed rx were 7500 feet thick so the total uplift is near 15,000 feet, but they were not likely ever that tall.  As uplift was going on, so was erosion.The blob of magma was like a piston, shoving up the rocks from below.  As the PreC core poked through, the sedimentary rocks were folded and upended.  This also exposed them all as concentric rings around the core.  Called a structural Dome.A series of igneous intrusions on the Northern end of the Hills (lacoliths, sills, and dikes) extend from Bear Butte 70 miles to the West and include the famous Devils tower and the Missouri buttes.Shale is a wimpy rock and therefore gets eroded into valleys.  This is why the Racetrack goes all the way around the BH.  So do all of the ridges.  Looks like an oval bullseye.One other note about the the PreC igneous core is that they are exposed - the overburden is gone, which has caused unique jointing - formation of the Needles.

S6 PREMIERE OF "A BIGGER BOAT" Season six will focus on the SSCU, the Steven Spielberg Cinematic Universe. Spielberg,  a director who once reigned over Hollywood but has since directed himself into respectable obsolescence has had as many cinematic lives as Batman, a new version trotted out every so often with mixed results. Our guests will walk us through their experiences with Beardo's films and what Spielberg meant then and what he means now. Co-host Ken picked this inaugural episode consisting of RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (1981) and KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL (2008) as his best and worst Spielbergs.  Raiders is both one of the most enduring and best-looking films of Spielberg's long career.  Paired with the misbegotten, foul-looking Crystal Skull (which made more than any other Indiana Jones movie - people, c'mon!), is a stunning double bill. We'll chart how the mighty king of popular culture has fallen from the tippy top of Devils Tower to whatever the hell was happening in Ready Player One with some surprising theories. Jack and Thomas moderate a lively convo to kick this season off!THEME SONG: WEIRD A.I.Email: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.comFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/TGTPTUInstagram: https://instagram.com/thegoodthepodandtheugly?igshid=um92md09kjg0Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegoodthepoda1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6mI2plrgJu-TB95bbJCW-gBuzzsprout: https://thegoodthepodandtheugly.buzzsprout.com/Letterboxd (follow us!):Ken: Ken KoralJack: jackk1096

We are now starting to visit the more popular national parks and some other very interesting places.   As we continue on our travels you will start to pick up some of our travel tips that have worked for us. Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, Buffalo, Crazy Women Canyon, Outlaw Cave, Sheridan, Devils Tower and Sundance

In the second half of a series, Anna Kramer concludes the story of how George Hopkins got down from the top of Devils Tower or Bear Lodge in 1941. Airdropped snacks, the Goodyear blimp, and midnight drives are just some of the shenanigans that abound in this episode!

What do airdropped axels, $50 bets, and tangled ropes have in common? In the first of a two-part series, Anna Kramer tells us the story of George Hopkins, who managed to get himself stuck on top of Devils Tower in 1941. What goes up does not always come back down.

It's been eight months since Operation Big Sky ended with an anti-tank rocket and a helicopter on Devils Tower. Now a new mission leads to Yuma, Arizona. A brutal murder scene has ritualistic overtones. Agent Rory is unavailable. The temperature is in the triple digits. But at least it's a dry heat. Welcome back, R Cell. It's time to start digging.

This is where it ends. R Cell speeds across the Montana countryside, racing against time to catch the infected Benthic employees. McCastlin cannot be allowed to do whatever he has planned. So R Cell drives through the night toward Devils Tower, the stone monolith known in indigenous traditions as “Ghost Mountain.”

R Cell knows their quarry has fled toward Devils Tower, but there's cleanup to be done at Benthic Pharmaceutical first. The trail of destruction and infection leads deeper into the underground complex. And they have to take out whatever Unnatural horror may lurk down there.

This month's episode features Aaron Mike. Based out of Tucson, Arizona, Aaron operates Pangaea Mountain Guides and is Access Fund's native lands regional coordinator. As a Navajo, Aaron is well-versed in the issues surrounding climbing and the sovereignty of native lands. We covered the issues associated with climbing and native interests on public and native lands, including Bears Ears, Devils Tower, Ship Rock, and Canyon Diablo. Aaron's soft-spoken delivery and passion for these lands is genuine and sincere. Join us as we chat about a topic that is becoming more and more prevalent in the outdoor industry as a whole. Enjoy! Devils Tower: https://www.accessfund.org/news-and-events/news/climbers-honor-the-june-closure-at-devils-tower Aaron's Instagram: @aaron.r.mike Native Outdoors: https://natives-outdoors.com/ Pangaea Mountain Guides: http://pangaeamountainguides.com/

Dan and Janice are back in the Black Hills and there is a rodeo happening right across from where they've parked Evangeline! Recorded from outside under the awning (which they've figured out a fix for), listen to the sounds of the rodeo and tales from the day! And what a day it was! Dan almost broke his face on the hitch, and on their way over from Devils Tower they witnessed a truck lose both its rear wheels. Plus, 10,000 bikers some of which drove like dicks. It's more than eight seconds and they're not on a bronco, but climb on cowboy, and have a ride on The Hitch.