by tmadsen | May 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
The fireman was busy loading the fire box, stoking the small flames back to life. He stood near the box gaining some warmth. “Move!” gruffed the fireman to him. He stepped down off the walkway. It was such a cold morning that his fleece jacket and mittens and cap...
by tmadsen | Apr 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
The weather in the Black Hills of South Dakota is mostly clear with bright sunny days and a wide range of temperatures. Mornings start off chilly, then warm nicely, and cool again in the evening. Dressing in layers is always a good idea and wearing sunglasses...
by tmadsen | Apr 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
The unexpected call of the train whistle raised the concern of the men that quiet morning. The sun was just beginning to shine through the branches of the surrounding trees. One, two, three, the whistle shrilled again. He turned and stared at the man across the tracks...
by tmadsen | May 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
On our freestyle return the other day from Custer Peak, we allowed ourselves to get lost on the trails by putting away our map and turning off our GPS from Mad Peak Lodging and Roxor Rental, and just let the Roxor find a way through the maze of trails to the South. It...
by tmadsen | May 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Yesterday morning, our Black Hills Adventure began at Mad Peak Lodging and Roxor Rental on Highway 385, south of Deadwood. It did not take long for us to discover our adventure either, since Custer Peak Road is less than four miles south. A short trip past campgrounds...
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