Fun Times
A comprehensive compendium of Black hills fireworks shows 2022
Custer July 4th, dusk (9:30 pm) fireworks at Pageant Hill Lead July 4th, dusk (approx. 9:30-9:45 pm) fireworks...
7 Benefits of Kids Playing Soccer
Soccer can be one of the best introductions to team sports for kids. It can also easily become...
BACK COUNTRY Black Hills : Top 10 backpacking Tips
The Black Hills are a backpacker’s paradise. The trails found throughout the Hills offer something for backpackers of...
Fourth of July: Breakfast to Bedtime
Between the loud sounds and the late nights, a fireworks show can be tough for a lot of...
Come on Mate, Let’s Play!
If you are a part of the 207 million households that stream Netflix, you may have seen the service’s original miniseries: The Queen’s Gambit.
How To Dye Easter Eggs Three ways
Love the tradition of dying Easter eggs but don't want to deal with the mess? Check out these alternate ways to dye them that are fun for kids of all ages!
Play-Based Learning: Let Them Be Kids
Many of us look back on childhood fondly; the “good ol’ days” full of laughter and playing with our friends. While it seems like those times were just for fun, it turns out that we were likely learning more than we realized.
Black Hills Hidden Gems
Here in the Black Hills, we’re blessed with incredible natural and cultural resources. We have museums on everything from geology and paleontology to local and national history. Let us help you discover your next favorite hidden gem!
STEAM Column: Jurassic Kitchen
Did you know the Black Hills are full of fossils? In fact, some of the most complete T. Rex fossils to date have been found in western South Dakota, not to mention the world-famous Mammoth Site in Hot Springs.
Summer fun without breaking the budget
Going to summer camp is a childhood memory many of us cherish, but sending your kids can be expensive. Now is the time to think about where to sign up, but also how to give your kids a memorable summer without breaking the bank.