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Dakota Badland Outfitters, Inc. at Palmer Gulch Stables, the entity that will provide the Horseback Trail Ride and Chuck Wagon Ride experience during this program, is required by its insurance carrier to obtain signed liability release waivers from all program participants. Participants must sign these liability waivers before participating in the activities. Participants must sign these waivers even if they won't be participating in the activities. The waiver must be signed to be on the property. This waiver will be included in the program preparatory materials participants will receive after enrolling and must be returned before the program’s commencement. CNC TRAMWAY, INC. d/b/a Tramway Adventure, the entity that will provide the Tramway Slide experience during this program, is required by its insurance carrier to obtain a signed liability release waiver from all program participants. Participants must sign the Tramway Adventure liability waiver before participating in the slide activity. Participants must sign this waiver even if they won't be participating in the activity. The waiver must be signed to be on the property. This waiver will be included in the program preparatory materials participants will receive after enrolling and must be returned before the program’s commencement. Mineral Exploration Lease, the entity that will provide the Gold Panning experience during this program, is required by its insurance carrier to obtain a signed liability release waiver from all program participants. Participants must sign the liability waiver before participating in the activity. Participants must sign this waiver even if they won't be participating in the activity. The waiver must be signed to be on the property. This waiver will be included in the program preparatory materials participants will receive after enrolling and must be returned before the program’s commencement.
United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
A signed Parental Consent form is required for this program. The form must be signed by both parent(s)/legal guardian(s) of the child participating in the program and returned to the program provider prior to the start of the program. You will receive the form as part of your program information packet. You will also be able to access the form through your online account.
Arrival day is on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Meet the group at K Bar S Lodge in Keystone, SD
Start of Trip: 3:00 p.m. Hotel Check-in; 4:30 p.m. Orientation; 6:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner.
Your trip ends on: Saturday, July 19, 2025 in Keystone, SD at K Bar S Lodge
End of Trip: 9:30 a.m. after breakfast; 11:00 a.m. hotel check-out.
Rapid City Regional Airport
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 45 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .
Uber
Ride Share
Cost: Prices are subject to change. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are not required.
This ride-sharing app is available in Rapid City.
Rapid City Regional Airport
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 45 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .
Lyft
Ride Share
Cost: Prices are subject to change. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are not required.
This ride-sharing App is available in Rapid City.
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 45 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .
Airport Shuttle Company - Rapid Shuttle
Commercial Van/Shuttle
Phone: 6053999999
Cost: Please call transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Please call a week in advance for reservations. The Airport Shuttle Company accepts cash. Credit cards are accepted at the terminal desk only. www.rapidshuttle.com
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 45 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .
Budget
Car Rentals
Phone: 6053930488
Cost: Please call transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Unless you require personal transportation during the week, or you plan to extend your visit, we recommend using the Taxi or Airport Shuttle service. All local transportation is provided during the program.
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 45 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .
Alamo / National
Car Rentals
Phone: 6053932664
Cost: Please call transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Unless you require personal transportation during the week or you plan to extend your visit, we recommend using the Taxi or Airport Shuttle service. All local transportation is provided during the program.
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 45 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .
City Cab
Taxi
Phone: 6058631111
Cost: Please call transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Please call no earlier than two days ahead for reservations or use their online booking service at rapidcitytaxicab.com/contact. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 45 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .
Rapid Taxi
Taxi
Phone: 6053488080
Cost: Please call transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Please call no earlier than two days ahead for reservations. Cash and credit cards accepted.
Arrival day is on 7/14/2025.
Meet the group at K Bar S Lodge in Keystone, SD.
Start of Trip: 3:00 p.m. Hotel Check-in; 4:30 p.m. Orientation; 6:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner.
Your trip ends on: Saturday, July 19, 2025 in Keystone, SD at K Bar S Lodge.
End of Trip: 9:30 a.m. after breakfast; 11:00 a.m. hotel check-out..
There is free parking at the K Bar S Lodge.
Minneapolis, MN
Rapid City is about 700 miles west, southwest of Minneapolis. Follow I-90 to Rapid City and then US 16 and 16A into Keystone.
Rapid City, SD
The K Bar S Lodge is located just 1/3 mile west of Keystone, South Dakota on the Old Hill City Road. If you are arriving on Interstate 90 take exit 57, which becomes Mount Rushmore Road and US Highway 16. Continue on Hwy. 16 south approximately 25 miles to a large arched wooden bridge that is the exit to US Highway 16A. This is well signed as the route to Mount Rushmore. From this bridge continue south approximately 3 miles to Keystone. As you arrive in Keystone, you’ll approach a stop light. At this light, turn right on Old Hill City Rd. and go less than 1/2 mile to the K Bar S sign showing the address as 434 Old Hill City Road. Turn right at the sign and go onto the property. Arriving by plane at Rapid City Regional Airport, you'll drive west on US Highway 44 and into Rapid City. At the intersection with US Highway 16, turn left (south) and go approximately 25 miles to a large arched wooden bridge that is the exit to US Highway 16A. Continue as above.
Denver, CO
The Black Hills are about 400 miles north of Denver in western SD. Driving from Denver there are many routes through Nebraska or Wyoming. If arriving through Wyoming, the best route is north from Lusk on US Highway 85 to US Highway 18 at Mule Creek Junction. Turn right, east, toward Edgemont SD. After 12 miles, turn left on US Highway 89 that will then merge 16 miles later and become US Highway 385 north. Follow 385 north through the towns of Custer and Hill City to US Highway 16. Follow Highway 16 east to 16A and proceed as described below into Keystone and to the K Bar S.