When is the tour?

How do I register?

How much does the tour cost?

What do I get for that price?  What other fees am I responsible for?

Who else will be on the tour?

Why should I go on the tour?

I want to go, but my spouse/friend isn't interested in Running Strong.

The tour sounds great, but I don't want to travel alone?

What do you mean by Member-In-Good-Standing?

I've taken a Running Strong Tour.  Why should I go again?

I have a question that is not addressed. What should I do?

Q: When is the next tour?

A:   September 12-18, 2010.   

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Q: How do I register?

A: Registration for the 2010 Tour will open in late spring 2010.  If you would like to be notified when registration opens or if you would like to receive a 2010 Running Strong Reservations Tour Brochure, please write or call us at:

EMAIL:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

ADDRESS:  Running Strong for American Indian Youth
ATTN: Running Strong Tour
2550 Huntington Ave.  Suite 200
Alexandria, VA  22209

PHONE: 1 (888) 491-9859.

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Q: How much does it cost? 

A:  

The 2009 Running Strong tour costs $1,100 per person for a double room, $1,400 per person for a single room.  The special offers and discounts that were available in 2009 are listed in the chart below:Â

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The 2010 Running Strong Tour prices will be released in spring 2010.

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Q: What do I get for that price? What other fees am I responsible for?

A: The tour fee covers:

• Pre-packet of information, including a detailed itinerary and background information about the area and programs.

• Your hotel room for seven nights
  
• An evening with Olympic Gold Medalist Billy Mills 

• The chance to visit your favorite Running Strong programs 

• Most meals (except one breakfast, one lunch and three dinners)
 
• Air conditioned fully appointed tour bus 

• Admission fees to all sites and museums

• Knowledgeable guides

• Goody bag filled with Running Strong items

• Complimentary snacks and beverages throughout the week

• Photo of you and Billy Mills

• Official tour t-shirt.

Please know that you will be responsible for the cost of your travel to and from Rapid City, South Dakota.  All personal expenses, and server, hotel, and bus driver gratuities.  One breakfast, one lunch, and three dinners.  Although eating out in South Dakota is not expensive, please budget accordingly.

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Q: Who else will be on the tour?

A: People like you!  Curious and adventurous supporters, Running Strong and Christian Relief Services staff, volunteers, and guest speakers.

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Q: Why should I go on the tour?

A: If you have ever wanted to:

• meet Olympic Gold Medalist Billy Mills 

• see first-hand the programs that you make possible

• attend a pow wow

• learn about Lakota culture

• learn about American history from another perspective

• see a fascinating region of the country

then this is the week for you! 

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Q: I want to go, but my spouse/friend isn't interested in Running Strong.

A: This week is not just about Running Strong.

We will see historical and breathtaking South Dakota tourist attractions such as the:

• Badlands

• Black Hills

• Mount Rushmore

• Crazy Horse

• Wounded Knee

and less known spots (but equally beautiful) like the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary, Bear Butte, and more.

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Q: The tour sounds great, but I don't want to travel alone. 

A: Every year we have many participants who come on the tour as solo travelers. 

Tour participants are considered Running Strong family!  Once you get to Rapid City you will spend a week with people that share your unique interest and who tend to make up one of the nicest and most welcoming groups of people you could ever hope to meet.

Also, if you would like, Running Strong staff will do their best to match you with a roommate to help defray traveling costs.  

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Q: What do you mean by Running Strong Member-In-Good-Standing?

A: A Running Strong Member-In-Good-Standing is a supporter of Running Strong for American Indian Youth^® who has donated to our important cause in the past calendar year.

If you are a member in good standing, you should have received an identification card in the mail with your seven digit number.

If you would like to learn more about becoming a 2010 Member-In-Good-Standing please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call us at 1 (888) 491-9859. 

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Q: I've taken a Running Strong Tour.  Why should I go again?

A: No two tours are alike!

We include different stops every year.  This is a great way to see all the progress that has been made in more than 20 years of Running Strong's work!

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Q: I have a question that is not addressed. What should I do?

A: Send us an This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or call toll-free 1 (888) 491-9859 and ask for Mandy!

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