by hillary | Mar 15, 2021 | Black Hills, Outdoor Activities
On any given summer afternoon, it’s tough to beat the call of a lake. In the northern Black Hills, Pactola Reservoir and Sheridan Lake have a lot to offer boaters and jet skiers looking to tear around in the sun. But if you’re looking a lake with a bit of...
by sethtupper | Mar 15, 2021 | Black Hills, Outdoor Activities
Forbes Traveler recently included the Black Hills in its list of 15 prettiest fall-foliage drives: Highest point between the Rocky Mountains and Western Europe, the Black Hills have all the ingredients for the perfect autumn drive — plentiful trees, endless...
by sethtupper | Mar 15, 2021 | Black Hills, Outdoor Activities
South Dakota Gov. Mike Rounds recently rededicated the State Game Lodge at Custer State Park following a $2.7 million renovation project over the winter. I’m sure it was a proud moment for Rounds, who has said that Peter Norbeck was the state’s best...
by sethtupper | Mar 15, 2021 | Black Hills, Entertainment, Events, Outdoor Activities, Western Culture, Wildlife
For years, the South Dakota event I’ve most wanted to attend is Custer State Park’s annual Buffalo Roundup and Arts Festival. I’ve always had a scheduling conflict that’s kept me away. I’m not going to make it this year, either, and now...