Experience first-hand the sites where the pivotal events in the history of the West actually took place. In addition to spectacular western scenery and national parks, programs feature living history, special speakers and events, authentic meals and music, interpretive centers, historic sites and other activities to help you to relate to the history that happened here.
Explore tours include:
Go beyond astounding natural wonders and scenic beauty to uncover our rich cultural heritage. Experience the places, artifacts and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present. Memorable travel experiences don’t have to come from famous locales or breathtaking sights. In fact, the richest memories often come from surprising sources, and provide the most meaningful experiences for travelers.
Discover tours include:
Many of America’s most spectacular parks are located in the Great American West. Experience the western parks as you’ve never seen them before, with the special insights and historical background provided by experts in the field.
EXPERIENCE tours include:
Shebby Lee Tours is a founder and co-owner of Travel Alliance Partners – 30 of North America’s premier tour providers. We are therefore able to offer hundreds of scheduled departures per year to the far corners of the globe.
The earthlodge (má-ak óti) is remarkably suited for the Northern Plains climate, where winds are powerful and temperatures range as much as 160 degrees from winter to summer (about -40 to 120 F.) Thanks to its dense clay walls, it was easily heated in winter and was routinely 20 degrees cooler inside in summer. But it gets even better. In summer the gradually sloping walls/ceiling would vent heat up and out the smoke hole (pi-h ósu). In winter you could cover the smoke hole except for a small vent on the windward side, as well as adjust the opening of the door (mreh) at the inside end of the entrance tunnel to maintain a healthy draft for the fire. Nu-éta (Mandan) women developed the earthlodge over many generations. It would have been amazing to see how it could have further developed in the 20th century had the tradition not been so severely interrupted. Fortunately, some members of the Three Affiliated Tribes are picking up and developing earthlodges for modern needs once again.
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