The Devil's Tower—Hulett, Wyoming
7 Comments Published by David Blanton on Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 3:53 PM.
Okay, I admit it. Harman and I snuck out of the woods early one afternoon while elk hunting in Wyoming, hooked up with Ginger, Alex and Lucas and drove over to The Devil’s Tower. This is one awesome spectacle that God created and we could see it the entire time we hunted, both in September and during Thanksgiving.
The Devil’s Tower was our nation’s first National Monument established in 1906. This huge rock formation rises 1267 feet above the Belle Fourche River and comes with plenty of tales and folklore. In many ways, it is more impressive than Mount Rushmore (more about that in another blog) that is located only a couple hours away near Rapid City, SD.
While I had driven up to the park entrance many times while hunting with Seven J, this was the first time that we had actually ventured right up to it. Then and only then can you get the real effect of just how massive this monument is. It is definitely worth the visit if you ever get a chance.
The boys were in awe and we had an opportunity to take the Blanton's Christmas card picture while we were there.
So, Merry Christmas from The Blantons'. Consider this our Christmas card to you!
Our Lord and Savior Jesus truly is THE Reason for the Season.
David,
As an avid outdoorsman I also have gotten to the age of slowing down and admiring some of God's great creations. Thanks for taking the time to share your story and family with us. Thanks for the card.We hope you have a wonderful X-mas.
ps. Is that Bill and Tyler up on top of the Tower glassing ?????
Tommy Daigle
Property Manager
JMD
Thanks so much for your blog. I look forward to each post. I appreciate the fact that you are willing to share your profession and faith with the world. I met you at the SOE in Orlando, and I have the upmost respect for you. I Hope that your family has a blessed Christmas.
Greg Walker
Merry Christmas and a Wonderful message about God's creations and blessings. Thanks! Craig Dilbeck
Hey David,
Thanks for the Christmas Card. It's my first one this year. Nice looking family and beautiful scenery. Merry Christmas!
Bill Hedgecock
Fan from Iowa
P.S. When are you going to add a Q and A section to your blog page?
I know that this has nothing to do with your blog but being a new bow hunter and a new member to real tree I have to ask. I just bought a bow and am wondering about how to fine tune my bow. If you can help me out at all please let me know.
Thank You,
Joshua Hepner of Ky
Hey David,
That is an awesome sight to see and maybe one day I can go see it. Thanks for the card. Talk to ya soon.
God Bless & Good Huntin'
Kristle Oberlander-GA
Hi David, long time no see! Hard to believe we've been out of school as long as we have!
We keep up with you through others, television, and web info, but it's great to see this additional report about the family on your blog!
We heard of your father's passing only a couple of weeks ago --- and we send our sincere, belated condolences. Possibly you've already heard, but Coach John DeLoach passed in Alma last night suddenly --- massive stroke. (I’m unsure of arrangements at this time.)
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you and of course, GO DAWGS,
Margaret Futch Smith: Gene, Patrick-14 (round-ball fanatic), and Katie-12 (cheerleader and round-ball extremist)... I guess they both got it honestly! :)
Americus, GA