Polar Bear Chili Cook-off
Looking for a little fun and excitement on a February winter day? Head for Hill City February 12th! ...
Outdoors
Outdoors
Ice Skating at Main Street Square
Don’t miss out on the region’s only maintained, outdoor ice rink with REAL ice. Ice skating under the...
Black Hills Plein Air Paint-Out
The French term “plein air” means out of doors and refers to the practice of painting an entire...
How to Choose Sunscreen for Your Family
With summer in full swing, it’s time to bring out the summertime essentials — swimsuits, pool noodles, bug...
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...
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.
Turn Kitchen Scraps into Garden Gold
Composting is a great way to recycle kitchen scraps and create nutrient-rich additives for your backyard garden. While it’s a pretty simple process, there are still a couple things to know before you get started.
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...
Go on a Picnic in the Black Hills
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.