HOT SPRINGS: BUBBLING WITH A PASSION FOR LIFE BY LARRY ROHRER PART ONE First let me say how generous many Hot Springs area Public TV viewers are suggesting story topics for us to cover and the many wonderful things they enjoy in the Southern Black Hills. Barbara Sharp tells me, “I’m originally from New York City and have lived her for 42 years. Never looked back!” And her don’t miss list includes the Mammoth Site, Wind Cave, Evans Plunge, the outstand medical community for Veterans and area residents, and the Minnekahta Quilters Guild and classes offered at the Chautauqua Artisans Market.
Self portraits are a challenge. Also note, archery hunting is allowed in many state parks. I try to wear something in a color not found in nature. Exhibit A: the blaze orange hat.
outside every day during the Winter. That is almost true!” If you want take out instead, think “The Red Shed”!
Tim Theusch describes “the first time I saw Hot Springs coming in by car on Hwy 18 from Edgemont SD. There is no prettier entrance to a city anywhere in the country. Since that day that I first saw Hot Springs, and whenever entering Hot Springs from Hwy 18 I always imagine that I am coming into Hot Springs for the first time, the anticipation is almost a rush of some sort. I always pretend that it is my first time.” And Vern Hagedorn had a long list of reasons that make the area special. He has spent most of his 46-year education career in the Hot Springs. From the unique geology, public spaces, and friendly people, to the Southern Hills weather… “we will generally get a winter snow which will only last a day or two. When I came to Hot Springs, the Elementary Principal told me that you can BBQ
The Red Shed is a mobile BBQ stand in Hot Springs. Continued on the next page. Return to Menu
