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Exploration
Guide
2022
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BE SURE NOW SHOWING! Pg. 3-10 = FREE!
TO CHECK Pg 3. Medora Musical OUR HISTORIC HISTORY! Pg. 19-22
OUT OUR Pg 5. Medora Gospel Brunch Pg 19. Medora Musical Backstage Tour
FAVORITES! Pg 6. The Theodore Roosevelt Show Pg 19. Footsteps into Medora’s Past
PG. 3
MEDORA MUSICAL
Pg 7. The Medora Magic Show Pg 20. Harold Schafer Heritage Center
PG. 5
MEDORA GOSPEL Pg 8. Theodore & Edith Pg 20. Von Hoffman House
BRUNCH
Howdy! This guide PG. 11 Pg 9. The Great American Folk Show Pg 21. Chateau de Mores
will give you a taste of THEODORE ROOSEVELT
NATIONAL PARK Pg 9. Wild and the Animal Band Pg 22. ND Cowboy Hall of Fame
what to look forward PG. 13
to during your time BULLY PULPIT GOLF COURSE Pg 10. Live Music at the Town Square WHATCHAMACALLITS Pg. 23-24
in Medora. Keep your PG. 15
POINT TO POINT PARK
Pg 10. Legendary: A Campfire Tale Pg 23. Ticket Junction
phone handy — we filled PG. 25 WIDE OPEN SKY! Pg. 11-20 Pg 23. Medora Musical Welcome Center
it with QR codes for your PITCHFORK STEAK
FONDUE
Pg 11. Theodore Roosevelt National Park Pg 23. Teddy’s Bears
convenience to find the
most up to date info at Pg 13. Bully Pulpit Golf Course Pg 24. Rough Rider Gift
Medora.com. Pg 15. Point to Point Park Pg 24. J. A. Ferris General Store
Pg 17. Maah Daah Hey Trail Pg 24. Cowboy Lyle’s Candy Barn
Most of the experiences In the spirit of
you’ll find listed here Theodore Roosevelt, Pg 18. Medora Trail Rides DID SOMEONE SAY FOOD? Pg. 25-28
are presented by the we encourage you to Pg 25. Pitchfork Steak Fondue
Theodore Roosevelt explore our little cow
Pg 27. Theodore’s Dining Room
Medora Foundation. But town. See all it has to
offer, adore the touches Pg 27. Sheriff Bear’s Burgers & Ice Cream
where to start
there’s so much to do in
Medora that we could of history, and fall in Pg 28. Badlands Pizza & Saloon
never fit it all in one love with Medora. Pg 28. Fudge and Ice Cream Depot
booklet!
WEEKLY CALENDAR Pg. 29-30
We strive for accuracy but even the best laid plans can change after publication. Can you help Sheriff Bear find his friends?
Please check Medora.com to make sure you don’t miss anything while in town! There are four of them somewhere! Medora ND
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See show schedule on last page
See show schedule on last page
Get Tickets
Adults
Starting at $44.95
Students 7 to 17
Starting at $20.95
@ctmyers1976 @dacotah.aisling.photography
Kids 6 and under
FREE
@theschoolhouseroad @simplesugarnd
The Medora Musical is the rootin’-tootinest, boot-scootinest show
in all the west! It’s an ode to country-western music, patriotism,
Theodore Roosevelt, and the Spirit of the Badlands performed live
@p_n_ts_mom @angelicag_2019 @deeringbanjos @51drones
outside all summer long. It’s family-friendly, so round up the kids
too. High-energy live music, horses on stage, and a BIG firework
finale make this a show you won’t want to miss.
@ashleyhool @refinnej_ffokcyw @kristen_marie2000
Wednesdays and Sundays
Now Showing!
Now Showing!
Kids 17 and under are FREE
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Seniors get 15% off
@sumerabroad @lorianwestrum @kirsten_b_thor @happyhoyt
Daily
Active military plus spouses
and dependents get 50% off
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#MedoraMusical
Find this at the Burning Hills Amphitheatre!
See show schedule on last page
See show schedule on last page
Theodore Roosevelt
The Most Inspiring Show In Medora! comes to life on stage!
S tart with a beautiful array of your brunch favorites —
endless helpings of egg bakes, breakfast meats and more. J oin Joe Wiegand, the world’s best Theodore Roosevelt
repriser, as he tells stories of his time living and ranching in
the Badlands. Learn about TR’s first visit to Medora on a bison
This toe-tappin’ gospel revue will give you a gorgeous gospel hunt, his ranching days, his fight with the Mingusville Bully
glow and have you humming all day long! Whether you grew up and his capture of the notorious “Boat Thieves!”
with gospel music or you just want to hear some great music
and a good gospel origin story, the Gospel Brunch is made for And, come with questions! Teddy will share memories from your
Now Showing!
you. hometowns and anything else you are curious about.
Now Showing!
Adults Youth Show Only Adults Students Kids
Starting at 17 and under Starting at Starting at 7 to 17 6 and under
$45.95 Starting at $18.00 $15.00 Starting at $7.00 FREE
$29.95
Get Tickets Get Tickets
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Find this at the Town Square Showhall! Find this at the Old Town Hall Theater!
See show schedule on last page
See show schedule on last page
Theodore and Edith Roosevelt come to
Mind-Bending Magic In Medora! life in this living history presentation!
A brand-new show from a mind-bending, card-slinging,
magician. The one and only, Colin Zasadny! T heodore and Edith Roosevelt share captivating tales of their
life before, during, and after their time in the White House.
Colin has been perfecting the craft of close-up magic for more Plus look out for this living history duo downtown, where they
than a decade. He’s regarded as one of the most talented young play games, tell stories, and host afternoon tea!
magicians in America. And he’s back in Medora for another
summer of tricks that will leave you guessing!
Now Showing!
Now Showing!
Adults Students Kids Adults Students Kids
Starting at 7 to 17 6 and under Starting at 7 to 17 6 and under
$15.00 Starting at $7.00 FREE $15.00 Starting at $7.00 FREE
Get Tickets Get Tickets
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Find this at the Old Town Hall Theater! Find this at the Old Town Hall Theater!
See show schedule on last page
See show schedule on last page
Live Music at the
Town Square Patio
J oin Grand Forks native and world performer,
Tom Brosseau, for an acoustic musical tour F ree live music by the Medora Musical Burning
Hills Singers and Coal Diggers Band. Grab some
ice cream and enjoy.
Learn More
through the Great American Songbook. Learn More
Find this at the Town Square Patio! Find this at the Town Square Patio!
Now Showing!
Now Showing!
H owl at the moon, tweet with the birds, sing
some WILD songs with North Dakota author,
artist, and musician, Max. This free kids show is
H elp Camper Kenny earn his legendary badge
and learn about Medora from Mother Nature
herself. This free kids show is something the whole
something the whole family will love. family will love.
Learn More Learn More
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Find this at the Andrist Stage! Find this at the Andrist Stage!
nps.gov/thro
Private Vehicle
$30.00 per vehicle
Individual
$15.00 per person
Theodore Roosevelt
@graemethomps @thetravelingchefs @themandylove
Theodore Roosevelt
National Park Annual
Park Pass
$55
@wildbynaturephotos
National Park
In Honor of a President
T heodore Roosevelt’s passion for conservation flourished
during his time in the Badlands. Experience the magic of
this rugged landscape and live the strenuous life in the park
@jesse.simmers @wewanderedthere @sarahlidbom @hinson.col @danielsaidman
year-round. The park is comprised of three separate areas of
land. The North and South Units feature scenic drives, wildlife
viewing, hiking, visitors’ centers, ranger-led programs and
much more. The undeveloped Elkhorn Ranch Unit preserves
@mitchellsontheroad @nomadnagy @arossicreations @treverhillfargo
the site of Roosevelt’s ‘home ranch’ in a remote area along the
Little Missouri River.
Wide Open Sky!
Wide Open Sky!
National Park Free Entry Days
January 17, 2022 - Martin Luther King, Jr Day
@stalbergerj @ journeying_jacksons
April 16, 2022 - National Park Week
August 4, 2022 - Great American Outdoors Act
September 24, 2022 - National Public Lands Day
November 11, 2022 - Veterans Day
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Find the entrance to the South Unit in Medora!
Book Tee Times
Open
Sunup to Sundown
May - October
Rates vary @jana_kapanaaa @isthatchrisk
by season
and time
@adventuretravelpros @Bully-Pulpit-Golf-Course
Ranked One Of America’s 100
@gwlooney5 @p_zerro @isthatchrisk @slkhenrickson Greatest Public Golf Courses
A t Bully Pulpit Golf Course, you’ll find yourself fully
immersed in the Badlands as you meander through
meadows and woodlands, skirt along the Little Missouri River,
and tee off from one butte to another. This season, you’ll find a
@traveling_nicu_rn @beaches.bogeys.brews
modified layout at Bully Pulpit as we work to construct an even
Wide Open Sky!
Wide Open Sky!
better golf experience. Thank you for your understanding as
you book your tee time.
@51drones @ijohnsphotography @eweb.84 Juniors Golf Free
Thanks to our friends at Midco and an anonymous
TRMF donor, kids 17 and under can golf for free at
Bully Pulpit all day Sunday-Thursday and after
3:00pm Friday-Saturday.
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Find this south of Medora!
Learn More
This family
friendly spot is
fun for all ages.
Come play point to
point through all
of the attractions.
An ode to President
Roosevelt’s favorite game
O
“ ver, under or through, never around!” are the rules to
Teddy’s favorite game, point to point.
@billpiercenordic @duncks @ kirstenldouglas
Come play at the Little Bully Pulpit Mini Golf Course, Manitou
the Badlands Zip Line, the Lazy Lil Mo Lazy River, zero-entry
Wide Open Sky!
Wide Open Sky!
pool, community splash deck, kid-friendly jump pillow, and so
much more.
The Point to Point Trails and the Medora Children’s Park
@mngraymatter
are free additions for the family to explore. Enjoy the great
outdoors as Theodore Roosevelt would!
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#PointToPoint
Find this east of the Badlands Motel!
Maah Daah Hey Trail
Some of the best single track in the Saddle up for real
world awaits you in the Badlands!
western fun!
T his 150 mile trail traverses the Badlands, Little Missouri
National Grasslands, private land, and the North and South
Units of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park. It draws people
E xperience the Badlands the way Theodore Roosevelt would
have in 1883! Our friendly trail guides will take you on a
Badlands adventure along buttes and canyons that are sure to
from all over world to hike, bike, and horseback ride in the create unforgettable memories. Rides depart from the stables
Badlands. on the eastern edge of Medora.
This trail will give you an amazing experience no matter how Please arrive fifteen minutes before the scheduled ride.
Wide Open Sky!
Wide Open Sky!
you choose to enjoy it.
For your safety, before using the trail, contact 1 Hour 2 Hour 7:30am | 2 hour ride
the USFS and inquire about maps, regulations, Starting at Starting at 10:30am | 1 hour ride
trail updates, and possible water sources. $45.95 $89.95 1:00pm | 1 hour ride
mdhta.com
USFS Medora District 701-227-7800 3:00pm | 2 hour ride
Book Rides
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Find several starting points south and west of Medora! Find this just east of Medora!medora.com
Find these and
more online!
H arold Schafer, North Dakota’s most
famous businessman, led a life unlike
featuring
W ith over 50 years of shows under our belt, we have some
stories to tell! Get a behind the scenes look at the set and
show with a look into the making of the Medora Musical.
any other. The Harold Schafer Heritage
Center & Museum is the perfect place to
learn his story—from Mr. Bubble to Medora!
Find this at the Burning Hills Amphitheatre! Find this downtown, west of the Von Hoffman House!
FOOTSTEPS INTO
MEDORA’S PAST
S tep back in time as you explore North Dakota’s most historic
town! Take to the streets to hear the history, legend, and
Our Historic History!
stories of what built the Medora you enjoy today.
Our Historic History!
Tours leave from the Old Town Hall Theater!
MEDORA’S AUDIO Von Hoffman House
WALKING TOUR T his historic home includes a collection of original and
E xplore the avenues with your own guided tour! All period furnishings. Learn about two Medora families and
throughout town you’ll find historic interpretation enjoy the gallery display of correspondence with their friend,
panels recounting stories of that exact spot, scan the QR Theodore Roosevelt.
code and take your own self-paced audio tour!
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QR Codes Placed on the Historic Panels through town! Find this across from the Children’s Park!Chateau de Mores North Dakota Cowboy
The Marquis’ most
Hall of Fame
Where The Character And Legacy Of
striking legacy
The American West Comes To Life!
T his historic house museum and interpretive center
M
memorialize the life and activities in North Dakota of edora’s history was built on the back of a horse.
Antoine de Vallombrosa, the Marquis de Mores, who arrived Experience the legends of cowboys, cowgirls, and the
in 1883. Among his enterprises were a beef packing plant, a Native Americans in this immersive museum experience.
stagecoach line, a freighting company, refrigerated railway
Our Historic History!
Our Historic History!
cars, cattle and sheep raising, land ownership, and a new town The Center of Western Heritage & Cultures: Native American,
which he called Medora, in honor of his wife. Ranching and Rodeo interpretive center features permanent
and traveling western cultural exhibits. Plus see the Hall of
Honorees and stop by the gift shop.
Adults Children Preschool Adults Students Seniors
Starting at 6 to 15 FREE Starting at $9.00 7 to 17 Starting at $7.00
$10.00 Starting at $3.00 Starting at $6.00
history.nd.gov/ northdakotacowboy.com
historicsites/chateau/
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Find this off the road before the Medora Musical! Find across from the J.A. Ferris General Storemedora.com
Find these and more
online!
Ticket Junction Rough Riders Gift
T he Ticket Junction is a one-stop shop for tickets and
Medora gear! There’s a whole section dedicated to the little
buckaroos filled with kids games, gifts, and apparel. Plus, you’ll
C omplete with North Dakota made products, women’s
boutique clothing, a selection of unique gifts, household
gadgets and goods, and so much more Rough Riders Gift is a one
find some unique yard ornaments and more! stop shop to find a gift for yourself or someone you love!
Find this next to the Medora Convenience Store! Find this across from the Rough Riders Hotel!
Welcome Center J.A. Ferris Store
T he premier location to get all of your official Medora Musical
merchandise including hats, sweaters, t-shirts, mugs, blankets,
T he Joe Ferris General Store dates back to the days of Teddy
Roosevelt himself! Come on in and ask us about the history of
the shop as you browse our selection of gift items, knickknacks,
and more! This is also where you can pick up your will-call Medora
and oddities!
Musical tickets.
Whatchamacallits
Whatchamacallits
Find this at the Burning Hills Amphitheatre! Find this across from the ND Cowboy Hall of Fame
Cowboy Lyle’s
CANDY BARN
B uild your new best friend right in Medora! From dinosaurs
and unicorns to cows and foxes, Teddy’s Bears is the best
place to build and outfit your very own furry friend.
T his shop is filled to the brim with sweet treats, delectable
truffles, and unique candies! Stop in and grab a bag of your
favorite candy to enjoy as you mosey the streets of town.
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Find this across from the ND Cowboy Hall of Fame! Find thisthis
Find next to the
across Badlands
from Pizza & Saloon!
the Children’s Park!
Find this online!Get Tickets
12oz Steak
Starting at $35.95
Just the Fixin’s
Starting at $17.95
@woodnationalparkadventures @megvlaunphotography
Pitchfork Steak
Hotdog Meal
Starting at $8.95
@amywenzel23 @_dottedglobe
Fondue
As Seen On Food Network!
@ms_pix @ mjtabemono @roadtrippingtheus @wanderfilledlife
O ur chefs load up pitchforks with 12oz steaks and fondue
them — western style! Paired with all your favorite fixin’s
and an unbelievable view of the Badlands, this is a perfect
dinner any night, and even better when paired with the Medora
Did Someone Say Food?
Musical just a few steps away.
Did Someone Say Food?
Your steak comes with baked beans, baked potatoes, garlic
@jenniferjoanbillock @thefoxmoser @thejoyofsnacks toast, coleslaw, vegetables, fresh fruit salad, brownies,
cinnamon-sugar donuts, lemonade and coffee – all served buffet
style. If you want a beer or glass of wine with your steak, we
have you covered at the Tjaden Terrace Bar!
@coleranzau @keli22033 @steelchickens @emily1014 @lindseyranzau
Wednesdays and Sundays
Kids 12 and under eat FREE
With every one paid Adult Fondue Meal
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Find this next to the Burning Hills Amphitheatre!BADLANDs
Pizza & Saloon
E njoy this fresh culinary experience in a historic
and elegant atmosphere. Open year-round, you
will be in the well-trained hands of our executive
T he Perfect Grub Spot For Families! Dig into
great-tasting pizza or sandwiches! What’s on
tap? A full line of soda and draft beer are available
chef no matter when you stop in. to ya pardner, just ask!
medora.com medora.com
Find this in the Rough Riders Hotel! Find this across from the Rough Riders Hotel!
Did Someone Say Food?
Did Someone Say Food?
W ith a shaded sitting area and live music sets,
there’s no better place in town to get an ice
cream treat or quick burger! Who knows?! You
F eaturing an expansive patio and ample shade,
the Medora Fudge & Ice Cream Depot is the
perfect spot to relax between Medora adventures.
medora.com might even meet Sheriff Bear himself! medora.com
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Find this at the Town Square Patio! Find this across from the Medora Convenience Store!S U N D AY MO N D Ay TU ESDAY WEDNESDAY THUR SD AY F RIDAY SATURDAY
guided hikes on point guided hikes on point
to point trail to point trail 8:00 AM
guided hikes guided hikes guided hikes
on point to on point to on point to 8:30 AM
point trail point trail point trail
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
Stories and Stories and Stories and Stories and
Stories and Games Stories and Games
Games with the
Roosevelts with the Roosevelts
Games with the
Roosevelts with the Roosevelts
Games with the
Roosevelts
Games with the
Roosevelts 11:00 AM
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
12:30 PM
Tea with the Tea with the
Roosevelts Roosevelts 1:00 PM
1:30 PM
FOOT FOOT
STEPS FOOT STEPS INTO FOOT STEPS INTO STEPS
FOOT
STEPS
FOOT
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FOOT
STEPS 2:00 PM
INTO INTO
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PAST PAST PAST PAST PAST 2:30 PM
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
4:30 PM
Behind Behind
the Scenes Tour the Scenes Tour 5:00 PM
Pitchfork
5:30 PM
Pitchfork Pitchfork Pitchfork
Steak Steak Steak Steak
Fondue Fondue Fondue Fondue 6:00 PM
Weekly Show Schedule
6:30 PM
Behind the Scenes Tour Behind the Scenes Tour Behind the Scenes Tour Behind the Scenes Tour 7:00 PM
Pitchfork Pitchfork
Steak Steak
Fondue Fondue 7:30 PM
Behind Behind
the Scenes the Scenes
Tour Tour
8:00 PM
8:30 PM
9:00 PM
9:30 PM
10:00 PM
S U N D AY MO N D Ay TU ESDAY WEDNESDAY THUR SD AY F RIDAY SATURDAY
June 8 - September 11 Times and dates may change, for the most up-to-date
Is our prime time and is when this calendar will be most accurate. information visit Medora.com.
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of our land; but I do not recognize the right to waste them, or to rob, by
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”
- Theodore Roosevelt, 1910
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