GFP News for May 28, 2015

Mickelson Trail Hosts Trolley on the Trail Events

PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks will host this year’s first Trolley on the Trail event June 2. The event uses a trolley to give people with impaired mobility the opportunity to enjoy the beauties of South Dakota’s George S. Mickelson Trail.

The trolley leaves the Deadwood Trailhead at 1 p.m. MDT and tours the Mickelson Trail from Englewood to Rochford. To reserve a spot on the tour, call 605.578.1401.

“Trolley rides are an excellent way for people with physical limitations to get out and experience the Mickelson Trail,” said Dana Garry-Reiprich, park manager. “Everyone has a wonderful time and learns a little about the trail.”

Reservations are required. Each person reserving a space on the trolley will be required to have a handicapped parking permit. One assistant is allowed to accompany the person, if needed. The trolley has space available for up to two people who use wheelchairs.  

Trolley on the Trail events will be held 5 times throughout the summer and early fall. Upcoming dates include July 7 and 15 and Sept. 1 and 9.

The trolley rides are a combined effort of the Hill City and Deadwood Chambers of Commerce, Neighborhood Housing, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department and the City of Deadwood.

For more information, go online to gfp.sd.gov or call 605.578.3896.

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