Fort Pierre National Grasslands Hiking Medallion by L.W. Bristol Classics
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Oval enameled metal hiking medallion for Fort Pierre National Grassland in central South Dakota, featuring a greater prairie-chicken. Made by L.W. Bristol Classics. Nails to hiking sticks, walking staffs, or any wooden surface.
- 1 3/4″ x 1 1/2″ oval enameled metal with gold-tone raised design and brushed finish reverse
- Greater prairie-chicken design with “Fort Pierre National Grasslands” text, approved by the U.S. Forest Service
- Three metal nails included for attaching to a wooden hiking stick, staff, or walking paddle
- Gently shapeable to curve onto a round staff; glues flat to RV panels, bike frames, or display boards
- Weighs 0.2 oz
- Proceeds support education, conservation, and visitor services at BHPFA partner parks and forests.
In stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
Fort Pierre National Grasslands Hiking Medallion by L.W. Bristol Classics
$7.00
In stock
Shipping calculated in cart/checkout:Â Shipping rates for first items start at $7, calculated based on weight of total order.
Oval enameled metal hiking medallion for Fort Pierre National Grassland in central South Dakota, featuring a greater prairie-chicken. Made by L.W. Bristol Classics. Nails to hiking sticks, walking staffs, or any wooden surface.
- 1 3/4″ x 1 1/2″ oval enameled metal with gold-tone raised design and brushed finish reverse
- Greater prairie-chicken design with “Fort Pierre National Grasslands” text, approved by the U.S. Forest Service
- Three metal nails included for attaching to a wooden hiking stick, staff, or walking paddle
- Gently shapeable to curve onto a round staff; glues flat to RV panels, bike frames, or display boards
- Weighs 0.2 oz
- Proceeds support education, conservation, and visitor services at BHPFA partner parks and forests.
In stock
60-day returns · Ships from South Dakota via USPS
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Join BHPFA for $30 a year -> get your code by email in seconds. -> Use it at checkout today. Show your card at hundreds of nonprofit park stores nationwide for 10% off.
Every item is selected or approved by rangers and staff. Your purchase keeps them on the front lines.
Description
What is this hiking medallion?
An oval enameled metal hiking medallion for Fort Pierre National Grassland in central South Dakota. The 1 3/4″ x 1 1/2″ face shows a greater prairie-chicken with “Fort Pierre National Grasslands” lettering around the border. Gold-tone raised details, colored enamel fill, and a brushed metal reverse. Three small nails included for attaching to a wooden hiking stick or walking staff. Made in the USA by L.W. Bristol Classics, a family-owned manufacturer in Bristol, Tennessee that has produced souvenir medallions, pins, and patches for national parks and public lands for decades.
Hiking stick medallions work on a simple principle: pick one up at each place you visit, nail it to your walking staff, and end up with a stick that tracks where you have been. They are one of the most affordable park souvenirs around, and they hold up to trail use better than stickers.
About Fort Pierre National Grassland
Fort Pierre National Grassland covers 115,890 acres in Lyman, Stanley, and Jones counties, southwest of Pierre and Fort Pierre in central South Dakota. The U.S. Forest Service manages it as part of the Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands, with administrative offices in Chadron, Nebraska. The Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands is one of BHPFA’s partner land units.
The terrain is open mixed-grass prairie. Pronghorn, mule deer, and prairie dogs are common. The open country here was used as a filming location for the 1990 film “Dances with Wolves.” The grassland is part of the broader central plains range where greater prairie-chicken populations have historically been documented.
About the greater prairie-chicken
The greater prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus cupido) is a medium-large grouse that depends on large, undisturbed tracts of mixed-grass and tallgrass prairie. Males are known for a booming mating display: they inflate orange air sacs on their necks, raise head feathers called pinnae, and stamp in tight circles on established display grounds called leks. These displays happen at dawn in spring and draw birders from across the region.
The species is listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN, with populations estimated around 360,000 as of 2020, down from millions historically. Habitat loss and agricultural conversion are the primary pressures. Fort Pierre National Grassland, like other managed grasslands across the central plains, is part of the landscape where the species can still find the open prairie it requires.
What’s in the box
- One enameled metal hiking medallion, 1 3/4″ x 1 1/2″ oval
- Three metal nails for attaching to a wooden hiking stick or staff
- Mounted on a display card
How to attach it
Pre-drill three small holes in your walking stick first, then press the nails through the medallion and into the holes. The medallion can be gently bent to follow the curve of a round staff. For flat surfaces like a bike frame, RV panel, or display board, flatten it out and use a strong adhesive instead of the nails.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 1 3/4″ x 1 1/2″ (oval)
- Weight: 0.2 oz
- Construction: Enameled metal with gold-tone raised details
- Reverse: Brushed metal finish
- Attachment: Three metal nails included
- Manufacturer: L.W. Bristol Classics (Bristol, TN)
- Made in: USA
Who is this for?
If you have driven the open country between Pierre and the Badlands, this is the medallion for that stretch of South Dakota. At 1 3/4″ x 1 1/2″, the prairie-chicken design is readable on a hat brim or staff without taking over the whole surface.
Collectors building a full BHPFA grasslands set will want this alongside the Fort Pierre National Grasslands Pin (SKU 3501), the Buffalo Gap Grasslands Hiking Medallion, the Bessy Ranger District Hiking Medallion, and the National Grasslands Visitor Center Hiking Medallion. The prairie-chicken design is distinct from everything else in the grasslands line.
It also works as a small gift for anyone interested in Great Plains birds or prairie conservation.
Frequently asked questions
What does the medallion design show?
A greater prairie-chicken with “Fort Pierre National Grasslands” lettering around the border. Gold-tone raised details with colored enamel fill. The greater prairie-chicken is native to the mixed-grass prairie that Fort Pierre National Grassland protects.
How big is the medallion?
1 3/4″ wide by 1 1/2″ tall, oval shaped. About the same size as other L.W. Bristol Classics hiking medallions in the BHPFA line. Weighs 0.2 oz.
Does it come with everything I need to attach it?
Yes. Three metal nails are included. You will want a small drill bit to pre-drill holes in wood before pressing the nails in. For flat surfaces, use your own adhesive.
Can I put it on something other than a hiking stick?
Yes. L.W. Bristol Classics designs their medallions to work on RV panels, bike frames, and display boards as well. Glue it flat to any surface, or leave it on the display card it comes on.
Is there a matching pin or patch?
Yes. BHPFA carries the Fort Pierre National Grasslands Pin in the same design family. Both are $4.99.
Where is Fort Pierre National Grassland?
In central South Dakota, across Lyman, Stanley, and Jones counties, southwest of Pierre and Fort Pierre. It is a U.S. Forest Service grassland administered by the Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands office in Chadron, Nebraska.
Is Fort Pierre National Grassland a national park?
No. Fort Pierre National Grassland is managed by the U.S. Forest Service as part of the Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands. It is not an NPS unit. BHPFA is the official cooperating association for the Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands.
Can I get a Passport to Your National Parks stamp at Fort Pierre?
No. The Passport stamp program is NPS only. USFS sites, including Fort Pierre National Grassland, do not have Passport cancellation stamps. If you have a Passport book, the nearest BHPFA partner sites with stamps are Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument.
Does buying this support the grasslands?
Yes. BHPFA is the official nonprofit partner of Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, as well as the Black Hills National Forest and Nebraska National Forests & Grasslands. Proceeds from every purchase support education programs, conservation projects, and visitor services at these sites.
What other hiking medallions does BHPFA carry?
BHPFA has hiking medallions for Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, Black Elk Peak, Buffalo Gap National Grassland, Bessy Ranger District, the National Grasslands Visitor Center, and more. Browse the full collectibles section to see what’s in stock.
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Additional information
| Weight | 1 oz |
|---|---|
| Brand | L.W. Bristol Classics |
| Dimensions | 1 3/4" x 1 1/2" |
| Weight | 0.2 oz |
| Material | Enameled Metal |
| Country of Origin | USA |
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