Summer Vacation on a Budget
We only get 18 brief summers with our children before they head off on their own. While family...
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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...
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...
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.
Leave no Trace
No matter where you go in the hills — whether you climb granite spires, roam the prairies, or...
The Hills are Calling
Spending time in nature has a wide range of health benefits: it makes us happier, promotes physical activity...
Take Lunch to the Park
Being outside doesn’t have to involve fancy gear or be a weekend-long getaway. Packing up a quick picnic and heading to a park to have lunch gets us the benefits of fresh air and sunshine without the stress of planning a full excursion.
Nature Through a Bow Sight
Archery as a sport has seen a huge resurgence in the past decade, mainly due to recent hit movies. Local families have caught the archery bug too, and it’s a popular sport with a devoted following here in the hills.
Out on the Trail
Hiking is a simple activity, but the real trick is getting kids to enjoy it rather than dragging their feet the entire way. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make hiking fun so your kids will look forward to hitting the trail.
Fun on Two Wheels
Riding bikes is a lifetime sport that’s perfect for families to bond over. From riding on paved bike paths in town to bouncing around the hills on dirt trails, the Black Hills have a great variety for you to explore.
