Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
The plan from the start was to see North Dakota from end to end. Entering the state on its far western border from Highway 85 (two hours later than planned) because of the hunt for the Geographic Center of the U.S., I’m tempted to call it a day. Snowfall in the Western part of the state has been unusually heavy over the 2008-2009 winter, meaning road conditions demand attention.
But not enough to override the recognition night is about to throw its protective cover. And with that dimming comes glorious shadows, wildlife stirrings, sunset kaleidescopes, and the overall suspense that lovely, unexpected things happen when the light wanes. Joy spreads through my tired limbs leaving no room for thoughts of the creature comforts of a motel room. I drive into T.R. National Park.
Theodore Roosevelt became the nation’s 26th President in 1901. He said “I would not have been President had it not been for my experience in North Dakota.” The Park includes Roosevelt’s Elkhorn Ranch and was designated a National MEMORIAL Park in 1947. It didn’t achieve full National Park status until Jimmy Carter gave the approval in 1978.
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See what I mean about lovely surprises?
About SRT... I’m a traveler, writer and photographer for whom the open road frequently summons. Adventurous solo road trips are a staple for me, and a curiosity. So I created this website to share them and inspire you to step out and give them a try. Welcome! 
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Comment by Buy Wartrol — June 25, 2013 @ 12:13 pm
Your photos are spectacular and your prose style is both entirely original and completely engaging. I have recently taken to pouring a new cup of coffee and sitting down to read your blogs. It’s like a mini mental vacation. Blessings.
Comment by jeffrey ambroziak — July 23, 2010 @ 8:55 am
Some REALLY nice landscape shots you have here! Lots of great all American scenic shots for sure! I need to get my wide angle out more…
Comment by Ryan Hough — June 18, 2009 @ 9:43 am
That’s wonderfull national park. Well, I should get the ticket and get holiday!
Comment by eemboz — May 27, 2009 @ 10:08 pm
I agree with Matt there. You are the US’s best ambassador!
Comment by jen laceda — May 27, 2009 @ 7:39 am
wow tammie, those shots are stunning. love this.
Comment by laura — May 24, 2009 @ 1:54 am
Beautiful !!! T.R. was one of my all time fav. Presidents…he did so much for the American conservation movement. I love the story of finding the Geographic Center of the U.S. !!! =)
Comment by MTN BUM — May 23, 2009 @ 6:52 pm
excellent photos. stunning.
Comment by Nomadic Matt — May 22, 2009 @ 7:09 am
Our country is so beautiful, and you do such a wonderful job of spreading the word!! Great shots! The shadow of the fence line on the snow is neat touch, sort of an anchor to reality. Give us more!
Comment by Clay Mama — May 21, 2009 @ 6:36 am
Nice work. I hope there’s more Dakota related material in the pipeline. The last is lovely surprise indeed.
Comment by JJ — May 20, 2009 @ 2:59 pm