Today we traversed South Dakota on I-90. It crosses the state north of the Bad Lands, but in a few spots actually runs through them. At least I assume that what I saw was the Bad Lands because they were the most convoluted "flat" land I have ever seen, appearing nearly impassable for anyone on foot or horseback.
It was easy driving in the morning. Somewhere around noon we crossed into the Central Time Zone and the rest of the day I had to battle a fierce cross wind. Just a coincidence, I'm sure.
Apparently, South Dakota never got Lady Bird Johnson's memo on bill boards. Folks here are mighty fond of them. While they aren't allowed on the Interstate right-of-way, that strip of land is quite narrow, probably only 50 or 60 feet wide, the signs sprout from the farm fields as close to the boundary fence as humanly possible.
In addition to the usual messages like ads for the Dakota Winds Motel--wonder where they got the idea for that name--there is an interesting mix of religious messages and ads for adult entertainment centers.
Since our goal for today was to make the best time possible, we decided to save Laura Ingalls Wilder's house and the George McGovern Museum for another trip. We even blew right past Mitchell's world famous Corn Palace, despite the fact that my mother has been telling me for years that it's a must see.
Day 14
Rapid City, South Dakota to Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Daily Mileage: 353.7
Total Mileage: 3,663.2
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