What's Making News in The Great American West

Deadwood South Dakota

SOUTH DAKOTA
There are three new 2022 lodging openings with a unique sense of place: perfect for visitors wanting a true taste of South Dakota:

CADILLAC JACKS GAMING RESORT - Deadwood
The resort is home to three lodging properties offering multiple gaming floors, five different cuisine options, and exciting events, all in one place. CadillacJacksGaming.com

CUSTER STATE PARK RESORTS
Four unique lodges, cabins, and wildlife activities await visitors among the pristine lakes, streams, and granite spires, of Custer State Park. The park is also home to 1,300 free roaming bison! CusterResorts.com

BUFFALO RIDGE CAMP RESORT - Custer
This luxury campground embraces modern style while celebrating escapes to nature in deluxe cabins, unique treehouse, glamping canvas tents & luxury teepees within miles from all the Black Hills iconic must-sees. custerhospitality.com/buffalo-ridgecamp-resort

For additional lodging options, please visit TravelSouthDakota.com/Plan-Your-Trip/Places-Stay

WYOMING

2022 is All About Yellowstone National Park

2022 marks the 150th Anniversary of the establishment of Yellowstone as the world's first national park. With more than 10,000 hydrothermal features, of which 500 are geysers, and more than 200 species of animals, Yellowstone continues to inspire the national parks movement, conservation, the arts and wild and natural places. Old Faithful Inn, the largest log structure in the world and Lake Yellowstone Hotel, the oldest hotel in the park, continue to inspire architecture all over the world. Special events and opportunities will celebrate this historic event.

Flaming Gorge Added to National Scenic Byways
In 2021 the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) officials announced exciting the newest additions to the National Scenic Byways program. Created in 1991, this program is a collaborative effort that recognises, enhances, and preserves the carefully selected roads throughout the United States. Chosen on archaeological, historic, natural, cultural, and scenic qualities, the Flaming Gorge-Green River Basin Scenic Byway is a fantastic addition to this coveted list of breathtaking American roads.

Devils Tower in Darkness
Astronomers and night sky photographers seek out the darkness of parks like Devils Tower National Monument, islands of night in an ever-brighter world. What inspiration can you find as you enjoy the darker side of Devil Tower the first national monument? The park offers many great viewing locations as well as hosting night sky programs throughout the year.

IDAHO

In February, four Idaho chefs were nominated as semi-finalists for coveted James Beard Awards.

Idaho’s honourees received nominations in the Best Chef in the Mountain West region and Outstanding Baker categories.
Best Chef semi-finalists:
• Salvador Alamilla at Amano in Caldwell - arguably the best and most authentic Mexican food in the area.
• Dan Ansotegui at Ansots in Boise - Ansotegui is a local legend in the Boise Basque food scene. Ansots is his latest venture specialising in Basque chorizo.
• Kris Komori at KIN in Boise - an upscale dining experience with rotating five-course prix fixe menus, wine pairings and colourful cocktails.
Outstanding Baker semi-finalist - Khatera Shams at Sunshine Spice Bakery & Café in Boise, the first Afghan eatery in Boise, run by the four Shams sisters.

MONTANA
TV Show “Yellowstone” is Filmed in Western Montana
Fans of “Yellowstone” have been showing up in Montana trying to get a glimpse of the life of John Dutton and his - shall we say, complicated - family and their Yellowstone Ranch in Western Montana’s Glacier Country. With the exception of the Duttons’ ranch and some city and location scenes, seasons one through three were largely filmed in a studio and surrounding areas in Utah. However, season four was moved to a sound stage in Montana and various businesses and locations are utilised for filming. For those fans who have asked for locations to visit on their next trip to Western Montana, we’ve got you covered here.

NORTH DAKOTA

THEODORE ROOSEVELT PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY COMING SOON!
The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library will show more of what we can learn from, than about, the United State’s 26th president. Learn to think boldly, dare greatly, live passionately and care deeply.

MHA (MANDAN, HIDATSA AND ARIKARA) INTERPRETIVE CENTER NOW OPEN
Discover the history and traditions of the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nations. The expansive facility is designed for conferences, meetings, educational sessions, weddings and private gatherings and features a museum, 500-seat amphitheater, catering services, coffee shop, gift shop and more.
All are welcome to explore tribal lands and experience Native American culture by learning about each tribe’s history, language and traditions.

About The Great American West
The Great American West is the brand for the international marketing efforts of Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming. Collectively, the group markets to both travel trade (tour operators, travel agents, etc.) and consumers through advertising and public relations efforts. Individually, each state office works with their industry partners to raise awareness of their states and the region as a whole through the promotion of products and travel destinations. The Great American West contracts with Rocky Mountain International to help coordinate their united efforts in eight international markets, including The United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, France, Italy, Benelux and Nordics. https://greatamericanwest.co/