Once upon a time, in the magical land of North Dakota (ND for short), there lived a bunch of cool, adventure-loving kids. Dressed in their colorful backpacks, they were always eager for the exciting field trips that their schools organized. This wasn't your average state, oh no. North Dakota was the land of larger-than-life bison, golden wheat fields that stretched as far as the eye could see, and a sky so big and blue, it made you feel like you were living in a picture book! Now, our kids were not ordinary either. They were led by their trusted friend and guide, a funny talking scarecrow named Billy the Bison-Beater. With his straw hat tilted sideways, a carrot nose, and a lopsided grin, Billy was a character like no other. He wasn't great at scaring away the bison, but boy, did he have a knack for making everyone laugh! Field trip days were Billy's favorite. He would leap off his post and join the kids in exploring the mysteries of the state. Whether they were visiting the enchanted Theodore Roosevelt National Park, the ancient dinosaur fossils at the North Dakota Heritage Center, or the magical International Peace Garden, it was always an adventure! They would laugh, sing songs, and solve riddles that Billy made up, making every trip a memorable one. These North Dakota kids, with their laughter ringing across the plains and their curiosity as limitless as the ND sky, made the state a fun-filled paradise. And Billy, with his jolly antics, made sure there was never a dull moment. So if you ever wander into North Dakota, listen for the sound of laughter, and you'll find our happy band of field-tripping kids, exploring the wonders of their magical home with their hilarious friend, Billy the Bison-Beater!