by Mike Kopp | Jan 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
Good things from the Badlands photo gallery It sure was easy to get bogged down by all the stress of 2020, but I’m learning to look for the good things. In fact, I get downright excited to do just that — look for the good things to go in our photo gallery...
by Mike Kopp | Dec 14, 2020 | Hike, North Dakota, North Dakota Badlands, North Dakota scenery, Quality of Life, Uncategorized
Boots or Mattress Years ago as a young construction worker, an older co-worker pointed out to me that the two most important purchases I can make are a good mattress and good boots. As he said, “the biggest part of your life is either on your back or your feet.” I’m...
by Mike Kopp | Sep 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Yep, Labor Day is past. That does not mean your outdoor adventures are over. Autumn adventures are some of the best. All you need is your sense of adventure, a map, a tank of gas and your camera. Fall Photography Autumn is an excellent time to get into the Badlands....
by Mike Kopp | Jun 6, 2020 | Hike, North Dakota scenery, Places to go, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Uncategorized
De-stress on National Hiking Trails Day Need a reason to soak in the calming green of the Badlands? Here’s one: The first Saturday in June is National Hiking Trails Day. That means you have millions of acres to de-stress on trails from easy to challenging. Our...
by Mike Kopp | May 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Whew! It’s more challenging to get to the China Wall than it once was. Physical fitness enthusiasts will love it, though. The rest of us can still take the easy route. Easy or a Challenge Here’s your choice: easy or challenging. You can take an long easy...
by Mike Kopp | Apr 27, 2020 | family, Grassy Butte, Hike, North Dakota Badlands, North Dakota scenery, outdoors, Places to go, Things To Do, Uncategorized
Lemme tell ya a story about crawling into an Ice Cave This was not my first time, and I’m planning on making sure it is not my last time. But it was a bit unusual. It first started with getting there. I’ve done it more than one way over the last couple decades....