How to Enjoy the Great Outdoors This Weekend in South Dakota
Going camping this weekend? The fishing is free at state campgrounds. Continue reading…
View Article2018 Elk Application Deadline is Near in South Dakota
The deadline for the 2018 elk seasons in South Dakota is fast approaching. Continue reading…
View ArticleJune is Great Outdoors Month in South Dakota
Now that we have entered June I think it is safe to say we are safe from snow. Mostly. Continue reading…
View ArticleIs 'Glamorous Camping' in the Black Hills an Oxymoron?
New upscale tent rental options are available near Mount Rushmore Continue reading…
View ArticleSecond Draw Elk Applications Open in South Dakota
The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks announced that applications for the second draw of the 2018 firearm and archery elk seasons are open. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat Happens If You Draw a Hunting Tag But Your Card Was Declined
About a week after submitting my application I found a large fraudulent charge and immediately called and cancelled my credit card. The same card I had submitted and paid the $10 with for my elk...
View ArticleTake the Deer License Allocation Survey
The Department of Game, Fish, and Parks has the idea that all of the various firearm deer seasons may need to be combined when it comes to applying for tags. Continue reading…
View Article3 Things You Can't Be Without When You Go Camping
We've got a huge list of things we need to bring, life jackets for the lake, various food items, sleeping bags, and so on. But to me, for camping, there are three things you cannot be without. Continue...
View Article2018 South Dakota Deer License Applications Now Open
Get your mouse clicking finger and your credit card ready. Applications for the 2018 deer seasons in South Dakota are now open. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhy Would Anyone Shoot a Rare Black Giraffe for Fun?
I have been a hunter since I was a kid. But I don't get why killing a gentle giant like this rare giraffe would bring anyone pleasure. Continue reading…
View ArticleSioux Falls Archery In The Parks Starts July 16
Archery In The Parks will take place on three dates in three different Sioux Falls parks. It's for kids between the ages of 7 and 12 to take the sport of archery for a spin. Continue reading…
View ArticleDo You Have Active Kids? Sign Them Up for the Sioux Falls Youth Triathlon!
The 2018 Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Youth Triathlon will be held Friday, August 10. This is a perfect event for kids between 6 and 18 years of age. Continue reading…
View ArticleGFP Commission Proposes Massive (BAD) Change to Deer Hunting [OPINION]
The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks is hellbent on changing how deer licenses are drawn. Continue reading…
View ArticleBlack Bear Spotted in Black Hills
GFP confirmed a bear was spotted near Rochford. Continue reading…
View ArticleAugust is National Shooting Sports Month
August is National Shooting Sports Month. It's sponsored by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) to get more people out shooting and maybe try their hand at a new game or get back out and...
View ArticleThe Perfect Summer Day, Kayaking in Trent South Dakota
If you want to have some fun kayaking on the Big Sioux without the hassle, The River of the Double Bend's Campground in Trent is a great choice. Continue reading…
View ArticleGFP to Hold Facebook Live to Clear Up 'Confusion' With Deer Proposal
On Thursday August 23 GFP will host a Facebook Live video in which they are going to try to clear up what they call "confusion" regarding the proposal. Continue reading…
View ArticlePheasant Numbers Looking Good for This Year's Hunting Season
Game, Fish and Parks is out with its prediction for the upcoming pheasant hunting season in South Dakota - and the numbers look good. In fact, they look great. Continue reading…
View ArticleSouth Dakota's TIP Line: 146 Arrests
What was the result of 261 calls to South Dakota's TIP Line? Tips from local citizens in the past year have led to 146 arrests and $31,000 in fines. Continue reading…
View ArticlePheasant Numbers Look Good In Both South Dakota, Minnesota
Pheasant Numbers Look Good In Both South Dakota, Minnesota Continue reading…
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