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One misconception is that the rodeo center is all about Casey Tibbs. Don’t get me wrong, he is an important piece of the museum, but there are so many wonderful and inspiring people throughout the years and we try to highlight as many as possible. https://www.visitfortpierre.com/fort-pierre-tourism-blog/drifters monthly 0.5 2022-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/d16a75b4-028c-4954-b6ea-c4da872a8b27/drifters%2B%281%2Bof%2B6%29.jpeg Blog - The Drifters Experience - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/ffc0d82b-b1f6-4153-a6a0-46cc390bc68f/FB-1290.JPG Blog - The Drifters Experience - One of the first areas we targeted was local beer. The beer distributors we contacted were offering some local brews, but inventory wasn’t consistent and we knew more was available. So, we started making phone calls. We figured out ways to transport kegs across the state. And, before long, we had an amazing selection of local beer. Because of the enthusiasm, we started a Hoppy Earth Day event every April to bring all of the small, local breweries together under one roof to share and celebrate their delicious and creative beers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/31153746-5458-4204-985f-73b03ecc7ae2/305155100_7860363950704634_7039003965484004931_n.jpeg Blog - The Drifters Experience - Two of the easier items to find locally were beef and bison. If you’ve never had a South Dakota steak, stop reading this post and get yourself on a plane to Drifters, so we can show you what you’ve been missing. When I say “easy,” I don’t want you to think it was a cinch. We still had to go through the correct channels to secure the beef and bison. There are just a couple sources for bison in South Dakota, so we tackled that quickly. For the beef, we work with a State-approved butcher about 3 hours away from our restaurant. That means, whenever we need a restock, someone is taking a long drive. We consider the transportation a small price to pay in order to offer local, amazing, South Dakota beef in our restaurant. https://www.visitfortpierre.com/fort-pierre-tourism-blog/a-weekend-in-fort-pierre monthly 0.5 2023-09-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/8163d8fe-bec7-4b6f-bb62-87de74232d7f/FPT_EarthToSarah_+AmericInn.png Blog - A weekend in fort pierre - Make it stand out To truly enjoy your trip make sure to get the best hotel here! The AmericInn by Wyndham Fort Pierre is the perfect choice. This gorgeous hotel is located right on the river where you’ll see views in either direction on a paved walking path behind the hotel. There are also benches to hang out next to the Missouri River, and it is located close to the best restaurant in the area! The rooms are spacious but homie. Continental breakfast is provided. There is coffee and hot water for free tea all day, and sometimes there are even fresh batches of home baked cookies sitting out for the travelers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/73549f39-eec4-4d78-a68a-4444443ade4b/Fort+Pierre+Tourism_+Drifters.jpg Blog - A weekend in fort pierre - Make it stand out Drifters is just upriver from the cozy AmericInn. The locally owned restaurant is delightful for lunch or dinner. They have delicious and refreshing appetizers as well as a menu with variety. The restaurant is also located right next to the river and has patio seating where you can overlook the Missouri River. A couple fun features include a hanging canoe above the bar, and a swinging bench at the outdoor bar. Another place you have to stop to get a treat is The Cool Spot. They have delicious ice cream! All sorts of flavors, toppings and also yogurt options. The Cool Spot also has fast food that is great to take to go when embarking on your next adventure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/db95821d-cf2f-4bb4-9a99-11cde7a6fbbd/FPT_EarthToSarah_Kayaking.png Blog - A weekend in fort pierre - Make it stand out A must-do adventure in Fort Pierre is to rent kayaks from Fun Time Rentals and do the Dam Run! They will drop you off and unload the kayaks for you at the put in just under the Oahe Dam. From here, the paddle is amazing. Not only will you float downstream so it isn’t strenuous by any means, but the views are stunning! There are gorgeous bluffs on the River that you can paddle beside. Some are lush and green with vegetation, others deep gray sandy cliffs. Watch for cattle as sometimes they come down the bluffs to drink from the river. It is really neat to coexist with the cows while floating by. The paddle takes about 3-4 hours to complete. You paddle along the bluffs and under the bridge. It is the perfect way to spend a sunny day outside in Fort Pierre. Fun Time Rentals will then meet you at the designated pick-up site and take the kayaks out for you. The trip is very low effort and such a lovely time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/15c908df-e8fc-4be8-89c0-cbaa4de5f6f9/FPT_EarthToSarah_+Casey+Tibbs.jpg Blog - A weekend in fort pierre - Make it stand out Fort Pierre is full of amazing history, and a lot of it is about cowboys and rodeo queens. If this sounds right up your alley you must visit the Casey Tibbs Rodeo Center. They have tons of informational and even interactive exhibits! Casey Tibbs is one of the most impressive and talented men who shaped the world of Rodeo and entertainment. The Museum also features other incredibly talented historic figures from the area. A highlight for the kids (or adults) is riding the bull simulation where it feels as though you’re in the rodeo yourself, just trying to make it to 8 seconds on the bull, just like Casey Tibbs back in the day! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/ca2a8f8d-99c2-4416-8e0e-228d7535c65e/FPT_EarthToSarah_OaheDamVisitorCenter.png Blog - A weekend in fort pierre - Make it stand out Touring the Oahe Dam is almost a necessity if you visit Fort Pierre. The Dam is integral for the city to function. The Oahe Dam Visitor Center provides loads of information on the Oahe Dam, and it is also the meeting point for a free tour of the dam. A fun fact about the Oahe Dam is that it is one of the largest earth-rolled dams in the world. Touring the dam is very interesting and in one of the rooms you can feel the water rushing underneath your feet! There are no photos allowed here, so you’ll have to go tour yourself to see! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/4f555529-73c1-49ae-b990-174e98033ee8/FPT_EarthToSarah_church.png Blog - A weekend in fort pierre - Make it stand out Next to the Oahe Dam Visitor Center is a piece of history. The Oahe Mission School and Chapel is a beautiful little building that you can tour! Inside the small schoolhouse and church you can see the still preserved chalk on the board from the last teacher. It is a very cute building, and perfect for photos. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6182d3f43a56946518b28154/03a2823d-94d2-4fee-acde-e689660ec11c/FPT_EarthToSarah_mural.png Blog - A weekend in fort pierre - Make it stand out The perfect place for a photoshoot to document your travels to Fort Pierre is to head downtown Fort Pierre! There is a large mural that was beautifully painted on a historic brick building. 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