Biographies of Lin and Ann Thompson and
the History of Affordable Adventures
Affordable Adventures was started in 1991 by Carol and Doug Cameron. Some of
their first tours were to the Dances with Wolves filming areas. They expanded
the business to include several other areas of interest in the Black Hills with set itineraries
and custom van tour packages as well as receptive and step-on guide services for motorcoach
groups. The narrated tours featured history, geology and local lore and information. Upon
their retirement, Ann and Lin Thompson purchased the business, striving to carry on the
high standards set by the Camerons.
Ann Delicate Thompson grew up in the Black Hills and has spent a majority of her
time living and working here. She has a Business Management degree from the University of
Wyoming. Her father, Don Delicate, worked for Homestake Mining Company for 31 years, retiring as the General
Manager of the mine. Her paternal grandfather had a bank in Custer for 56 years and both parents
grew up in Custer. Her great-grandfather arrived in the Hot Springs area in 1879 and helped
establish the town. Ann enjoys history and loves to share the wonderful Black Hills of
South Dakota with others. She has conducted narrated tours for the past seven years with her
extensive knowledge and personal stories, which add fun and excitement to her tours. Ann's warmth
and sense of humor make each excursion a day to remember. Treat yourself and family and friends to
a memorable tour with Ann at Affordable Adventures of the Black Hills.
Lin Thompson is a native of Yankton, South Dakota, located in the southeast corner of the
state where his family owned several businesses. He attended Black Hills State College and
graduated with a degree in Tourism and a Business degree from Sioux Falls University. He has
been conducting narrated tours of the Black Hills for several years since retiring from the
South Dakota Army National Guard and has a wonderful knowledge of the history of South Dakota
and the area. Lin's calm spirit and ease of visiting with people make his tours fun and
exciting. Why not sit back, relax and let Lin at Affordable Adventures show you the beauty
and wonder of the Black Hills of South Dakota?