Wind Cave

We took the 3:30 p.m. tour, which took about an hour-and-a-half. The cave is not as interesting, visually, as Jewel Cave, except for its famous box work. It was a pleasant tour, though, and we had a good experience.

Prairie Dogs

After our tour of the cave we drove south to the junction of Highway 385, where we turned north. At the junction we stopped to watch the prairie dogs. It is quite a large village and the little critters are running all over the place, and don't seem as shy as one would expect. Although, I suppose, they have become accustomed to seeing humans in this area where they are protected. But it's not wise to approach too closely. Even though they may appear cute, they are rodents and can carry several different diseases that are best to avoid.