1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment — Rough Riders, Inc.
Badlands Presidential Trip
Following in the Footsteps of TR
Official Visit — TR Presidential Library
August 22 – 28, 2026 | Medora, North Dakota
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🔒 Secure payment powered by Stripe • Payment confirms your spot immediately This August, a group of your fellow Rough Riders will travel to Medora, North Dakota for a week unlike any other — retracing the ground where Theodore Roosevelt first discovered the spirit that would define both a presidency and a regiment. The centerpiece of the trip is an official visit to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, an extraordinary new institution on the very land where TR ranched, hunted, and forged the character of a nation. We will participate in a formal flag ceremony, a private group tour, and a commemorative photograph as official representatives of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment. Beyond Medora, the journey includes Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Devils Tower, Deadwood, the TR National Park, and six hosted dinners — all with your Rough Rider family. Questions? Contact Trip Coordinator Tom Mortenson at internetmort@yahoo.com or reach Robin at (813) 466-0795. Master Package
What's Included
✓7 nights hotel — 2 nights Rapid City, 5 nights Medora (taxes included)
✓Bus transportation, driver, snacks & beverages throughout
✓6 hosted dinners: Welcome, TR Dinner Show, Pitchfork Fondue, Boots & Grill, RR Ranch Dinner, Farewell
✓Official TRPL flag ceremony, private group tour & commemorative photo
✓TR National Park guided scenic tour
✓TR Center at Dickinson State University & Painted Canyon
✓Medora Musical performance
✓Crazy Horse Memorial & Mount Rushmore visit
Day by Day
Complete Itinerary
Day 1
Saturday, August 22
Independent Arrivals — Rapid City, SD
Hotel: Best Western Rushmore Hotel. Call (605) 348-8300 one day prior to arrange shuttle. Check-in from 3:00 PM. Robin's cell: (813) 466-0795.
Day 2
Sunday, August 23
Crazy Horse, Mt. Rushmore & Travel to Medora
Day 3
Monday, August 24
Theodore Roosevelt Center & TR Dinner Show
Day 4
Tuesday, August 25 — Uniform Evening
TR National Park Tour & Official TRPL Ceremony
Day 5
Wednesday, August 26 — Fun Day
Free Day & Boots Bar and Grill
Free time to explore at your own pace — Horseback rides $51–$93 • Golf $102 • Hiking free • Cowboy Hall of Fame ~$9 • Guided Medora walking tour at 3:30 PM.
Day 6
Thursday, August 27 — History Day
Medora Historic Sites & Rough Rider Ranch Dinner
Billings County Courthouse Museum • Harold Schafer Heritage Center • Von Hoffman House • Chateau de Mores (~$10 personal)
Day 7
Friday, August 28 — Travel to Rapid City
Devils Tower, Deadwood & Farewell Dinner
Day 8
Saturday, August 29
Departures — Safe Travels!
Safe travels home. Until next time, Rough Riders — Bully! Ready to Ride?Spots are limited and the deadline is July 20, 2026. Click below to secure your place on this historic journey.
Questions? Contact Tom Mortenson at internetmort@yahoo.com
• Robin: (813) 466-0795
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