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CA 434 Editing & DesignNameplateMaria EvtodievaMarch 14, 2016

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CONTENT4 Chadron State Park 6 Toadstool Park

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Editor Maria Evtodieva travels in Chadron, Nebraska March 17 (Laurie Le Pape)

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE

PART OF OUR GLOBE?

[ EDITOR’S NOTE ]

WHEN I WAS GOING TO NEBRASKA FROM RUSSIA, I did not know how it is to be there. I would never think Nebraska would become one of my favorite part of our globe. I heard so many stereotypes about the Great Plains. People in America and around the world used to think Nebraska is flat plains of the same weed with-out any beauty. They are not informed about a real condition and an outlook of Nebraska lands with all its opportunities for traveling, exploring and challenging themselves. Traveling is shows nature monuments and beauties of Nebraska from the inside. Ne-braska does not have mountains, but it is full of hills, different weed flats, and waters. Exploring works through being on the places where something happened in the past because lands keep the history and spirit of the events in them through the nature, artifacts and people’ stories going from a generation to a generation. There is always space for oppor-tunity to meet someone or see something that can verbally or non-verbally tell the story of the past. Challenging can be proved by hiking trials that check people’s abilities and kills through all the way from the start to the end. It is a good chance to spend time tat-a-tat with nature and people living for generations on these lands. There is no way, we can feel Nebraska without being there. I turned my view upside-down, and it feels amazing. You can do it to. - MARIA EVTODIEVA

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4 Chadron State Park: 4 CHADRON? WHERE IS IT? 5 MY VIEW LODGING/DINING

6 Toadstool Park:6 OPEN THE SPACE7 LODGING/DINING

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Capturing Luminiscence Chadron State Park

CHADRON?WHERE IS IT? ot even every citizen of Nebraska state knows about Chadron, Nebraska. However, Chadron is rich with American history and great creations. Chadron State College and Chadron State Park are two of them. Chadron State College provides higher education with programs and courses in 65 majors and en-dorsements and eight master’s degree programs. It offers multiple scholarship programs by athletic and educational talents. “I chose Chadron because it is safe community,” Deniza Gorgiev, 20, sophomore of Macedonia, said. “It is small, but it does big things.” Chadron State Park was established in Dawes county, 1921. The territory is 974 acres. It includes ativities as swimming in a pool, horseback riding, archery, Frisbee golf, hiking, tennis, sand volleyball and fishing. It is full of monuments and history. One interesting fact is connected with the article of Robert Emry, scientist, paleobiologist, and William Korth, scientists, paleontologist, Early Chadronian (late Eocene) Rodents from the Flagstaff Rim Area, Central Wyoming (2012). He suggests the idea of Chadronians’ influence on the Great Plains. Scientists look at Chadron State Park as a key “for understanding biochronology and chronostratigra-phy” of it (Emry, R. & Korth, W., 2012). Emry and Korth look at fauna of Mammal Age, which leaded to a new genus “cylindrodon galbreathi” that became a synonym of “C. nebraskensis” (Emry, R. & Korth, W., 2012). All of it can be explored just by one visit of Chadron State Park. - ANASTASIA ZBARAZSCHSKAYA

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Entrance of Chadron State Park, Nebraska, during winter season





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LODGING CHADRON STATE PARK15951 US Hwy 385Chadron, NE 69337(308) 432-4401Nine miles south of Chadron with 22 reservable cabins, 70 camping pads with electrical hookups, 18 non-pad sites with-out electricity, swimming pool, horseback riding, fishing, paddle boats, disc golf, tennis and sand volleyball courts, baseball field, picnic shelters, trails, horseshoe pits, playground equipment, laundry, showers and much more.

EAGLES REST RV & CAMPGROUND1 Stockade Road / Hwy 20Chadron, NE 69337(308) 432-434960 total sites, 38 full hookup sites; power available, wireless internet and pets are allowed.

MOTEL 6755 Microtel Drive/ US 385 & US 20Chadron, NE 69337(308) 432-3000Kids stay free! Free morning coffee, expanded cable, coin laundry, and indoor pool; Wi-Fi access, refrigerators, and microwaves in every room.

ESCARAMUZA410 West Third StreetChadron, NE 69337(308) 432-3089Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week.The sit down Mexican restaurant features a full selection of traditional Mexican dishes, including steak, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian entrees. Kid’s meals are also available.

CHINA HOUSE RESTAURANT1240 W Hwy 20Chadron, NE 69337(308) 432-40807 days a week 11 a.m.-9 p.m.Chinese Cuisine: Buffet and menu, lunch and dinner

CLEO’S DAILY GRIND & MORE219 Main StreetChadron, NE 69337(308) 432-6971Open Monday - Friday 7 a.m.-5:50 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

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OPEN THE SPACE

TOADSTOOL PARK

Toadstool Geologic Park is the extreme northwest corner of Nebraska in Dawes county. Toadstool Park, is in a remote area known as Nebraska’s Badlands which is located in the West-ern Nebraska Oglala National Grasslands area. Beautiful landscapes are the outcome of the influence of dinosaurs, meteor, rocks changing, sand dunes, mountains, and other nature evolutions. If you’ve been to this part of Nebraska, then you’ll know that it’s pretty famous for its fossils. While you might not see dinosaur bones, you can find the remains of some even more interest-ing creatures, like Entelodonts (a hog-like creature also known as a hell-pig which went extinct about 16 million years ago) and Hyaenodons (a strange, carniverous mammal creature). You can even see the tracks of long-gone creatures embedded in the sandstone! If you’re really into learning about the strange, extinct animals that inhabited the US before we came along. It is a great place to be in the harmony with a nature and your loved ones, or to go for a hiking in Ogala National Glasslands trials.The rock formations are the highlight of the Toadstool Geologic Park. There’s an interpretive trail through the lunar-looking landscape, which gives you a good chance to look at the park’s namesake toadstools. Wind and water eroded sandstone into the odd-looking shapes balanced on narrow pedestals, and the different layers of sediment that make up the rocks give them all stripes of color ranging from shades of red to greenish hues. - OLGA GRUSHINA

MOTEL 6755 Microtel Drive/ US 385 & US 20Chadron, NE 69337(308) 432-3000Kids stay free! Free morning coffee, expanded cable, coin laundry, and indoor pool; Wi-Fi access, refrigerators, and microwaves in every room.

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AUNT MYRNA’S CABIN10 Barrel Butte RoadWhitney, NE 69367(308) [email protected] miles east of Crawford on Bethel Road; Private and quiet cabin sleeps families up to 10; Free light breakfast, full kitchen; outdoor gas grill; fireplace; bath with shower.

OX YOKE RANCH RETREAT 106 Haynes RoadWhitney, NE 69367Jim and Dixie Lees(308) [email protected] Miles south of Crawford near Marsland; sleeps six; full facilities for cooking and sleeping; paved road; over-looks Niobrara River; horse boarding facilities; outfitting

LEGEND BUTTES GOLF COURSE3440 Highway 20Crawford, Nebraska 69339(308) 665-24317 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily May 1 through Sept. 1 serving lunch and dinner.

ONE LAZY J RANCH220 Lawrence RoadWhitney, NE 69367Tony and Deanna Johnson(308) 665-3960Seven miles north of Crawford; sleeps up to eight; self-contained kitchen, two baths; horse boarding facilities; outfitter

R LAZY J, COUNTRY HIDEAWAY1260 Bethel RoadWhitney, NE 69367Regina Ochoa(308) [email protected] miles East of Crawford (1/4 mile East of Bethel Church; 18 miles Southwest of Chadron; Sleeps up to 10; fully equipped kitchen; dry goods stocked; washer/dryer; Hunters Welcome

DAIRY SWEETHwy 20 & 2Crawford, NE 69339(308) 665-1325Open Monday-Friday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.Texas style smoked barbecue specialty (beef and pork), hamburgers, hot dogs, ribs, many ice cream treats

MJ’S RANCH HOUSE445 2nd StreetCrawford, NE 69339(308) 665-1231Starting at 11 a.m.

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8 April 2016 MARIALLER/Nebraska Game and Parks Comission/ Fort Robinson Parkk

NATIVE TRADITIONSFORT ROBINSON

MARIALLER/Nebraska Game and Parks Comission/ Fort Robinson Park

ort Robinson was built in 1873. Originally it was U.S. Army fort. Later, it became 2,500 acres park in Pine Ridge region of northwest Nebraska, Dawes and Sioux counties. Fort Robinson Park is described in the book Fort Robin-son and the American Century: 1900-1948 by Thomas R. Buecker (2004), which is based on more than 20-years research, maps and photographs of archives from participants in the army fort. The time scope from 1900 to 1948 has multiple wars and fast cultural changes. Military history is one of the most important factors, which influence humanity and the environment. Fort Robinson played a major role in the Sioux Wars from 1876 to 1890, the Battle of Warbonnet Creek in July 1876, Cazy Horse surrending on May 6, and a lot of others events. Historical artifacts and spirit of old camp is saved in the Trailside Museum of Natural History, located in Fort Robinson Park Only there you can understand what event the U.S. Su-preme Court called the “shocking story,” “one of the most mel-ancholy of Indian tragedies”. It marked the end of the Sioux and Cheyenne Wars in Nebraska. In 1919 at the end of World War I, Fort Robinson became the world’s largest quartermaster remount depot. It was used as a breeding and training center for horses and mules for the mili-tary. The army decided to abandon Fort Robinson in 1947; in the following year, it transferred the property to the U.S. Depart-ment of Agriculture (USDA), for its Beef Cattle Research Sta-tion. In the mid-1950s, efforts were made to preserve the fort as a historic site, prompted by the demolition of buildings. The USDA closed its operation in 1971, transferring the property to the state of Nebraska. - ANGELA CRUZ

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Every year, Native American artisans honor generations past through drum, song and dance at Fort Robinson State Park. All are invited to stop in for the annual Intertribal Gathering, which aims to highlight native cul-ture and history. The event runs from Friday through Sunday. Last year, more than 4,000 participated in the festivities throughout the weekend. Once again, the event focus on the traditional performances and arts. Ron Moore, executive director for Panhandle Resource, Conservation and Development, said it is an excellent opportunity to witness Native American culture firsthand. “It’s a good atmosphere,” he added. “This gives people a chance to get to know and experience native traditions in a neutral setting.” It starts with an honor meal will be arranged for those in attendance at 5 p.m. followed by an honoring ceremony. Saturday is the high point for activities with registration for a 5k run/walk beginning at 7:30 a.m. Vendors will open and the run will begin at 8 a.m. Around noon, Richard Williams, the American Indian College Fund senior adviser, weaves contemporary legends and the stories of old into a colorful tale and a vibrant hoop dancer takes to the dance circle shortly thereafter. “That’s just something you have to see,” Moore said. “It’s incredibly fast and athletic.”

More dancing begins after the grand entry by Wild Horse Butte Tokola around 1 p.m. The evening concludes with an honoring ceremony, which start around 5:30 p.m., and the crowning of the annual princess. A prayer service opens Sunday’s festivities, followed by a grand entry, an honoring ceremony and the final dance contest, which determines the gathering’s best dancers. Festivities wrap up at about 4 p.m. The American Bus Association has named it as one of the top 100 events in North America. However, in spite of the recognition and support the gathering has received through the years, the event’s mission has remained un- changed. “We’re just trying to bring people together,” he said. “There is a lot of history at Fort Robinson and a lot of it is painful, b but this event is a great way to come be entertained and see what is going on in Native American culture.” The entrance is free and open to everyone. Well, here we are Fort Robinson! See you June 3, 2016, for the 17th annual Intertribal Gathering. Make sure you take your cameras and come hungry to the food and great memories because this event will fill you up. - KIRA PIQUELLO

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Maria ller Maria llerLODGING DININGCRAWFORD CITY PARKLocated at the west end of Main StreetCrawford, NE 69339(308) 665-1817Free camper hookups, electric, water and sewer dump site, also tent camping. Pic-nic area, playground, baseball diamond, and swimming pool all nearby.

HILLTOP MOTEL304 McPhearson StreetCrawford, NE 69339(308) 665-114460 total sites, 38 full hookup sites; power available, wireless internet and pets are allowed.

ASH CREEK RANCH617 W Ash Creek RoadCrawford, NE 69339Gary & Nancy Fisher(308) [email protected] for hunting trips or vacations, Ash Creek Ranch offers a comfortable two-bedroom cabin with full kitchen, living room, and bathroom with shower. Five beds total, plus a queen-size sofa sleeper.STAAB’S DRIVE-INN110 McPhearson StreetCrawford, NE 69339(308) 665-1210Broasted Chicken (specialty), ham-burgers, hot dogs, chicken strips, sandwiches, shrimp, many ice cream treats, and so much more

FORT ROBINSON INN RESTAURANTSoldier Creek RoadCrawford, NE 69339(308) 665-2900Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week starting at 6 a.m.;

SNACK SHOP301 Main StreetCrawford, NE 69339(308) 665-2829Friday-MondayBreakfast and lunch seven days a week starting at 6 a.m.; Dinner start-ing at 5 p.m.

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OGLALA NATIONAL GRASSLANDWe drove to Toadstool State Park in July, 1992 on the way up from Texas to the Black Hills. You travel on several miles of gravel road to get there, but I had no problems even pulling a 5th wheel RV. It was well worth the trip.

Another surprise of nature in northwest Nebraska. This Badlands area of Nebraska is wonderful to explore and is quite private. Recommend hiking and climbing when it’s dry as the rocks and area will be slippery and hazardous soon after a rain. Took our dog and he had a great time too.

Awesome camping and hiking spot. Keep in mind that the access road to this site is about 15 miles and unpaved. There are six primitive camping sites right next to the trail. The trail is about a mile long with easy to find markers. The hike itself is fairly easy although you may want to deter from the main path, which requires a bit of enthusiasm and climbing. This area is really beautiful and the best thing about Toadstool Park is that it is not well known and therefore very private. I highly recommend camping and hiking this badlands gem.

A little tough to get to but well worth the drive. The dirt roads are rough but, when got there in early June, we were the only car there. It only costs $3 and shows terrain that one cannot see elsewhere. There is an easy mile loop trail with great views. It was also fun to wait for the cattle to cross the path leading to the park.

The view when you pull up in the parking area next to the campsites and the interpretive sign area is impressive, but not nearly as spectacular as you will see on the Toadstool Park Interpretive Trail Hike, so don’t pass up the educational and fun one mile loop hiking trail based on the view from the parking lot! The Trail Hike will take a little over an hour if you stop and take in all of the spectacular views and interesting rock formations.

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