Outdoors
Stay Safe Outdoors This Summer
Summer means warm weather and longer days — the perfect combination for outdoor family fun. Being outside provides...
Life Jacket Safety for Kids
Summer in South Dakota means time spent outdoors, and for many families that means time in the water....
International Dark Sky Week
Every year, the International Dark Sky Association promotes “International Dark Sky Week” during the week of the new...
Top Black Hills Trails for Every Age
The Black Hills are beautiful and are just waiting to be explored. Hiking is a popular activity with...
DIY Guide to Growing Mushrooms
If the idea of traipsing through the forest in search of wild mushrooms is less than appealing, consider...
Free Activities in the Black Hills
Getting out and having fun in the Black Hills doesn’t have to cost money. In fact, some of...
Explore Somewhere New
Our national and state parks should be at the top of your family’s adventure list. To make your...
Look to the Stars
The Black Hills are full of natural wonders, from our abundant wildlife to exciting landscapes. Thanks to our wide open spaces, we have access to a wonderful resource many take for granted: the night sky.
Seeds to Starts: Plan Your Summer Garden Now
As the days gradually warm (not fast enough for many of us!) and we start to see hints...
Rocks Were Meant for Climbing
The Black Hills is home to beautiful granite peaks and spires that wow us as we drive through the hills or hike our favorite trails. Sylvan Rocks Climbing School and Guide Service offer families an alternative way to experience the Black Hills: by climbing them.