North Dakota is turning up the volume on travel inspiration with the help of homegrown country duo Tigirlily Gold. Their new single, “Call It Home (A Song for North Dakota),” doubles as both an anthem to their roots and an open invitation for travelers to step inside the lyrics, exploring wide-open landscapes, charming small towns, and the legendary spirit of the state.
A Song Born of Place
Sisters Kendra Slaubaugh and Krista Olson grew up in Hazen, North Dakota, where their earliest memories include fishing trips, golden fields, and small-town performances. Those moments now find their way into “Call It Home,” a heartfelt single that reflects not just where they’re from, but what makes the state so unforgettable.
“We’ve always dreamed of working with North Dakota Tourism,” said Tigirlily Gold. “This collaboration is truly full circle, and we’re honored to share what makes our home state so special.”
What began as a personal anthem has grown into a lyrical guidebook, pointing travelers toward the sights, sounds, and stories that define North Dakota.
Step Into the Lyrics
Each verse in “Call It Home” shines a spotlight on places worth adding to your itinerary:
- From Badlands to Wheat Fields – Lace up your boots in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, where bison wander beneath endless skies. Beyond the rugged Badlands, discover the Sheyenne National Grassland, the Killdeer Mountain Four Bears Scenic Byway, or golden fields near Jamestown and Bottineau.
- Hometown Roots in Hazen: Experience the Small-Town Hospitality That Shaped Tigirlily Gold. Fish at Hazen Bay Recreation Area, admire local art at Paul Weiser Pocket Park—the sisters’ first performance venue, and connect with the community spirit the duo sings about.
- Under the North Dakota Sky – With some of the clearest skies in the country, North Dakota is a stargazer’s dream. Watch the Milky Way stretch across Devils Lake at Grahams Island State Park, or catch sweeping views from the Pembina Gorge and Coteau des Prairies Lodge.
- Legendary in the Ordinary – Everyday adventures feel larger than life here. Spend a day fishing on Lake Sakakawea—home to more shoreline than California’s Pacific coast—wander through the energy of Fargo or Bismarck, or take a whimsical drive along the Enchanted Highway where giant metal sculptures rise from the prairie.
Living the “Be Legendary” Spirit
The single echoes North Dakota Tourism’s ‘Be Legendary’ brand: finding the extraordinary in the everyday, discovering kindness in the community, and experiencing landscapes that make you feel like you belong. For travelers, it’s an opportunity not just to hear the story of North Dakota, but to live it.
Whether you’re chasing sunsets, exploring prairie highways, or stargazing under skies so clear they look painted, “Call It Home” offers a soundtrack for the journey.
“There are countless reasons to visit North Dakota, but one of our favorites is the endless road trip potential. From winding through the Badlands to cruising along the Enchanted Highway, every mile reveals something unexpected and unforgettable.” Gabrielle Schmauderer, Guessing Headlights.
Plan Your Legendary Trip
For more on Tigirlily Gold, upcoming concerts in the state, and to hear “Call It Home (A Song for North Dakota),” visit North Dakota Tourism’s Tigirlily Gold page.
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