1.North Dakota is full of beautiful and sometimes dangerous wildlife. The east-side of the Missouri is safe, but when crossing to the west side of the Missouri the poisonous rattlesnake can be stumbled on by mistake. Rattlesnakes should be avoided and never disturbed. Avoid local traditions such as in Raleigh, to catch and collect these snakes. Cougars or Mountain Lions are found in Central and Western North Dakota, some even inside Bismarck's city limits. Never wander into the places in North Dakota where no one can help you, with out a defensive weapon or plan if a cougar may attack, which they will do. Bison may be beautiful but a male bison may trample or maul anyone who it finds offensive. Wasps in the fall can easily ruin a day in Medora. Coyotes have been known to come near those camping and may have rabies. Otherwise coyotes won't threaten humans, pets should be brought indoors at night to secure the safety of your pets well-being. A dog can become a snack to a group of coyotes, especially small dogs. Deer are known to cross roads all over North Dakota so drive aware of deer crossing for the security of your car.
2.North Dakota is potentially dangerous. Never forget that North Dakota's peacefull valleys can give way to deadly ravines and trenches, raging rivers and clay roads, cactus and thorns. A walk around Lake Sakakawea's beautiful shores can soon turn into a rescue mission. Lakes are deep and sometimes can swallow a life with out anyone knowing for hours. Rivers are unforgiving, a child left on a sandbar playing might wander into the swift currents of the Missouri. Lifejackets are a "must". In winter people freeze to death when getting lost in snow covered fields or roads, lakes are icey but crack and lock people, cars, and others on the the bottom of the lake under thick ice. Never explore North Dakota in the winter without proper gear. People do get injured and killed during hunting seasons, blaze orange during deer season is a must.
3.North Dakota's graveyards are full for a reason Never ever forget that North Dakota has taken the lives of many. It is a spiritual place to both locals and especially Native Americans. Respect the Native American ancestor's ground.
4.You are on your own, you may be alone Most of North Dakota's most beautiful scenery is untouched. You are going to be safe for sure in North Dakota's cities and on highways. But when you travel away from the highways and want to reach the great scenery North Dakota has to offer, you may be without help and may become stranded. North Dakota is one of America's least populated states and most of the people live in either Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks, or Minot. That is alot of un-safe land for you to explore. Remember that there is a reason North Dakota's un-safe land remains a repellent for locals.
The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about North Dakota
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