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DISC VER 2017 SOUTH DAKOTA I-90 TRAVEL GUIDE

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SOUTH DAKOTA SUMMER EVENTS 2017 JUNE

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THE PALACE Page 16

DISCOVER SD THE RIVER Page 48

THE FACES Page 54

RibFest—Sioux Falls June 1-3 Anniversaries—Crazy Horse June 3 Red Cloud Indian Art Show—Pine Ridge June 4-August 13 Siouxland Renaissance Festival—Sioux Falls June 10-11 Wild Bill Days—Deadwood June 16-18 Zippity Zoo Day—Sioux Falls June 17 Sturgis Camaro Rally—Sturgis June 22-25 Scavenger’s Journey—Mudro June 23-25 Sculpture in the Hills—Hill City June 24-25 98th Black Hills Rodeo—Belle Fourche June 30-July 4

JULY Archeology Awareness Days—Mitchell Independence Day—Crazy Horse 22nd Hot Harley Nights—Sioux Falls Neutrino Days—Lead Cruiser Car Show & Street Fair—Rapid City Deadwood 3-Wheel Rally—Deadwood Black Hills Corvette Classic—Spearfish JazzFest—Sioux Falls Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo—Mitchell Days of ‘76 Rodeo & Parades—Deadwood

July 1-2 July 4 July 6-9 July 7-8 July 9 July 11-16 July 13-15 July 13-15 July 13-16 July 25-29

AUGUST 77th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally—Sturgis August 4-13 Sioux Empire Fair—Sioux Falls August 4-13 Wildcat Classic Mountain Bike Race—Hot Springs August 12 Downtown Riverfest—Sioux Falls August 19 Corn Palace Festival—Mitchell August 23-27 Kool Deadwood Nights—Deadwood August 24-27 South Dakota State Fair—Huron August 31-Sept. 4

SEPTEMBER Delmont Kuchen & Harvest Festival—Delmont Sept. 9-10 St. Joseph’s Indian School 41st Annual Powwow—Chamberlain Sept. 14-16 Sturgis Supermoto—Sturgis Sept. 16-15 Harvest Fest—Spearfish Sept. 23 Custer State Park Buffalo Round Up—Custer Sept. 28-30 Oktoberfest—Deadwood Sept. 29-30 Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival—Rapid City Sept. 30 Complete calendar can be found at www.travelsouthdakota.com/things-to-do/events/list.

For more information on this publication, contact The Daily Republic at 605-996-5514.

Design/Layout: Jen Phillips/Daily Republic. Photo Credits: Matt Gade/Daily Republic, Daily Republic File Photos, Mitchell Convention & Visitors Bureau, South Dakota Department of Tourism, Chamberlain Chamber of Commerce, Crazy Horse Memorial, www.blackhillsbadlands.com & visitsiouxfalls.com. While every effort has be made to ensure the accuracy of all information herein, it is subject to change after the date this publication was printed.

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THE FALLS The actual trip from Sioux Falls to Mitchell covers 70 miles give or take a few miles, but the westward stretch of I-90 is much further than that in spirit.

The span between Sioux Falls and Mitchell is truly where the West begins, and few places in the Midwest offer such a sweeping change in scenery and spirit in such a short drive.

At 169,000 residents, Sioux Falls is the state’s largest city. It is home to much of the state’s big business, minor-league professional sports and opportunities for fine art.

Visitors who leave Sioux Falls and head west soon see bison, (South Dakotans generally call them “buffalo”) grazing in grassy pastures near Hartford.

They see some of the first evidences of heavy tourism, too, with billboards pointing the way toward visitor destinations ahead.

The area between Sioux Falls and the James River is mainly farm country.

Around here, corn is king, planted in April and harvested in October. Soybeans and winter wheat – which arises with a blazing bright green hue in the spring – also are common around these parts.

At Mitchell, the Corn Palace awaits with its majestic light-up domes and brightly colored murals.

And just beyond Mitchell’s western limit lies the real West — where cattle, cowboys, explorers and, just a few hours away, mountains await.

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South Dakota is known as “The Land of Infinite Variety” and Sioux Falls epitomizes that slogan perhaps more than any other city in the state. Founded along the banks of the Big Sioux River, Sioux Falls got its name from the mighty falls that crash down on the city’s north end.

From its agrarian beginnings in 1856, Sioux Falls has exploded in population, from 100,000 in 1990 to 169,000 today. That growth has come thanks to Sioux Falls’ ability to constantly change with the times. For years, Sioux Falls was known as a cattle and meatpacking town, yet it has morphed into a banking business community, a destination for health care, and a departure point for outward travel, thanks to its regional airport.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------BATTLESHIP MEMORIAL: For a leg-stretching break or a picnic spot, check out the USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial, which consists of a one-foot-high concrete barrier in the outline of the ship and some salvaged pieces from the vessel, all contained within Sherman Park.

BIKE TRAILS AND PARKS: Sioux Falls is home to over 70 public parks: Arrowhead Park, Family Park, McKennan Park, Japanese Gardens at Terrace Park & Yankton Trail Park just to name a few. The centrally located Falls Park is the hub of the park system and connected to many of the city’s other parks via the bike trail corridor, which encircles the city and includes long stretches alongside the Big Sioux River.

CATFISH BAY: The Greatest Show on H2O is ranked one of the top attractions to see a water skiing comedy adventure with the whole family. This man made 25 acre private water ski park is located on I-90 near Cliff Avenue, with bleacher seating for over 1,000 people, concessions and parking for all.

CONCERTS: Sioux Falls has fabulous entertainment options at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls Arena, The District, Total Drag, Orpheum Theatre and Washington

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Pavilion’s Mary W. Sommervold Great Hall. There are lots of local band shows at venues all around town as well. With big-name concerts, children’s shows, plays and symphonic/musical performances, there’s something to please everyone.

EATERIES: Food is a huge reason many people love to travel. If this is true for you, swing

by Sioux Falls, where you’ll find an assortment of places using fresh seasonal ingredients and robust flavors with a cozy Midwestern atmosphere.

FALLS PARK: The city’s namesake, located along North Phillips Avenue, near the downtown area. A century ago, the three-tiered falls used to power a mill and later a hydroelectric plant. Foundations of these buildings still are visible. Attractions of Falls Park are a five-story observation tower, an information center and plenty of viewing areas. The Open Air Shelter is home to the Falls Park Farmer’s Market and is available for large picnics, special events and more with electrical and water services available. The Falls Overlook Cafe is dining with a view located in the old Sioux Falls Light and Power Company hydroelectric plant building. At night the Falls Park Sound and Light Show is shown at approximately 9:30 each evening, weather permitting, during the tourist season.

FESTIVALS & FAIRS: Sioux Falls is home to such events as Sioux Empire Fair (happens in August), JazzFest (happens in July), RibFest (happens in June), Siouxland Renaissance Festival (happens in June) and LifeLight Christian Music Festival Tours.

GREAT PLAINS ZOO AND DELBRIDGE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY: Spend a morning, afternoon or the whole day roaming the grounds of this great zoo, with all sorts of animals from bison to penguins. It’s open all year round but some animals may be off display, and some exhibits may be closed due to weather. The museum is home to a one-in-the-world collection of 150 mounted animals, interactive play areas for children to play, relax and refresh with traveling special exhibits and of course a gift shop.

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MUSEUMS AND HISTORY: There are several museums around town including the Pettigrew Home & Museum, Sioux Empire Medical Museum, Old Courthouse Museum, SD African American History Museum and Museum of Visual Materials; only to name a few. Also for the history buff there are historical markers and walking tours available through out the city.

NIGHT LIFE: The energy of this city’s night life is electric! There is a little bit of everything from country themed dance clubs, hipster-chic night clubs, sports bar & grills, with many more places where you can either let loose or relax for an evening of fun.

THE OUTDOOR CAMPUS: The Outdoor Campus is a part of South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks. They teach outdoor skills education like hunting, fishing, camping, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing and more!

SERTOMA BUTTERFLY HOUSE & MARINE COVE: Enjoy over 800 free-flying butterflies from around the world in the tropical conservatory. View hundreds of vibrant marine fishes and corals in more than 10,000 gallons of aquariums, including the Pop-Up Dome Aquarium, Shark & Stingray Touch Pool, and Pacific Tide Pool.

SHOPPING: Whether it’s antiques, the latest in fashion, or unique gifts, Sioux Falls offers an exceptional shopping experience and has become thee shopping destination for most of southeastern South Dakota. The Empire Mall (and its 180 stores) anchor the city’s southwest side shopping.

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Visit the downtown area to browse specialty shops and boutiques in this quaint neighborhood. Don’t forget the many intimate neighborhood malls scattered all over the city for a fantastic shopping experience.

SPORTS: Minor-league and semi-professional sports teams play year-round in Sioux Falls, bringing fans to excellent sports facilities like the Denny Sanford PREMIERE Center, Sioux Falls Arena, Sioux Falls Stadium, Sioux Falls Pentagon and Howard Wood Field.

THUNDER ROAD FAMILY FUN PARK: Whether you love the pedal-to-the-metal excitement of go-kart racing or a leisurely round of Adventure Mini Golf, you’ll want to make this a frequent destination throughout the spring, summer or fall.

WASHINGTON PAVILION OF ARTS AND SCIENCE: Includes the Kirby Science Discovery Center featuring more than 100 exciting hands-on exhibits and the Wells Fargo CineDome Theater with it’s 60-foot wide & four stories tall screen. Located downtown, the Pavilion also is host to top-notch entertainment. The perfect indoor solution for a freezing winter or sweltering summer day.

WILD WATER WEST WATERPARK: Sioux Falls is home to one of the region’s top water parks, Wild Water West. The park features water slides, a lazy river, children’s water features, a wave pool, and a wide array of non-water-related recreational options including mini golf, batting cages and paintball.

WINERIES AND BREWERIES: There are several local wineries and breweries popping up the the Sioux Falls areas with the likes of Fernson Brewery Company, Dakota Falls Winery, Prairie Berry East Bank, Strawbale Winery and Wild Prairie Winery. These places offer a rural, country feel as you taste their locally made beverages.

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1901 N. Sanborn Blvd. • Mitchell, SD (right behind Jack Sinclair’s Mega Wash) 605-996-3853 • Pastor Jon Potter www.mitchellassemblyofgod.com

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605-996-3639 Visitors are always welcome!

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GRACE REFORMED CHURCH Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

1021 South Davison in Mitchell • (605) 996-2803

Service times 8:30 AM and 10:45 AM

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Sunday services: 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Holiday weekend Sundays 9:00 a.m. ~ combined service

Reunion Church Mitchell, SD

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (Sept. - May)

Join us for a Traditional Worship Service

Fellowship time following the 8:30 a.m. service.

516 West 14th Ave. Mitchell, SD 57301 Phone: (605)996-5449 - http://www.firstreformed.com

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Daryl Schubert, Pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m., worship 9:30 a.m. fellowship

Pastor: Kevin Jones Sunday School: 10 am Worship Service:

6 pm on Wednesday 728 South Minnesota, Mitchell, SD Phone: 605-996-5860

Free Lutheran Church Service Times: Saturdays 6:30pm, Sundays 8:00 & 10:30am

Along Burr Street • 620 E 3rd Ave 605-996-7530 • www.ZionMitchell.org

4013 North Main • 605-995-1011 share in God’s Word, and to praise God with us. www.resurrectionlutheranlcmc.com

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Sunday Service 10:00 AM Tues Bible Study 7:00 PM

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass: Saturday ........................................ 5:00 pm Sunday ...... 10:00 am & 12:00 Noon (Latin) Weekdays .................Mon-Thurs .. 8:10 am At Nursing Home ........... Thursday 1:30 pm 1st Saturday’s .......................... .. 10:30 am Holy Days of Obligation ....... As announced The Sacrament of Penance: Every Saturday ................... 3:45 - 4:45 pm Every Sunday ....................11:30 -11:45 am Anytime.............................. By appointment Anytime Rev. Martin G. Lawrence www.salemcatholic.org

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IN THE FALL: Wednesday Night Services SUMMER SCHEDULE: 6:30pm-8:00pm Sunday Morning Worship: Royal Rangers 10:30a.m.

Girls Ministries & Youth Group Ignites Kids Ministries Fall Sunday School 9:30a.m. (immediately after worship) (Kindergarten-Adult) Nursery available

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Between Sioux Falls and Mitchell are many interesting sites and towns to visit, each offering their own beauty, charm and style.

HERE IS A LIST OF JUST A FEW: • HARTFORD: Located at Exits 390 & 387 • HUMBOLDT: Located at Exit 379 • MADISON: Approximately 25 miles north of Exit 379 • MONTROSE: Located at Exit 374 • LAKE VERMILLION: About seven miles south of Exit 374 • SALEM: Located on US Hwy 81, a few minutes north of Exit 364 • FREEMAN: Located on US Hwy 81, 23 miles south of Exit 364 • YANKTON: Located 50 miles south of Exit 364 • BRIDGEWATER: About 10 minutes south of Exit 357 • CANOVA: About 10 minutes north of Exit 357 • SPENCER: Located a few minutes north of Exit 353 • DE SMET: Located about 50 miles northeast of Exit 350 • ALEXANDRIA: Located at Exit 34 • DIMOCK: Just 10 minutes or less south of Exit 33 • PARKSTON: Approximately 20 minutes south of Exit 332 001386620r1

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THE PALACE Driving along I-90 between Mitchell and Chamberlain, visitors aren’t yet bombarded with many pleas from beckoning tourist attractions. That doesn’t mean there aren’t places to stop!

Sports fans should take notice that three world-class athletes grew up in these parts.

MIKE MILLER, the former University of Florida star and member of the NBA’s Denver Nuggets, grew up in Mitchell and played his prep basketball in the Corn Palace. CHAD GREENWAY, formerly of the University of Iowa and (just recently) the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, hails from Mount Vernon. RILEY REIFF, first round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft from the University of Iowa, played offensive tackle for the Detroit Loins from 2012-2016. He recently signed with the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings to join the team in the 2017-2018 season. He was raised in Parkston.

Stop into any of these towns and the locals likely can tell you about the exploits of these players as they led their teams to state high school titles.

Hungry? The small towns between Mitchell and Chamberlain generally have uptown restaurants that feature true home-style cooking. Vacations are built around fast-food, but sometimes it’s nice to stop off the highway and enjoy a meal in the slower pace of a small town.

At Chamberlain is one of the region’s most unique state rest areas. Remember, this is Lewis and Clark country, and the rest area at Exit 263 offers visitors a look at a replica of an expedition boat, as well as some of the best views in South Dakota.

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The first known residents of the Mitchell area were a farmer-hunter Native American tribe now known as the Pre-Mandan. They settled on the banks of Firesteel Creek. It is now the location on Lake Mitchell known as the Prehistoric Indian Village. They occupied this area from 1000 A.D. to 1100 A.D. In August, 1879, the original town site of the Town of Mitchell was platted. The town was named in honor of Milwaukee banker, Alexander Mitchell, then President of the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad. The townsite covered 75 acres. In the spring of 1881, the Town of Mitchell was incorporated as a village and then in 1887 until the present, the City of Mitchell has existed. Today Mitchell’s population is about 15,255.

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BIKE TRAILS: An aggressive program of bike-trail construction is under way in Mitchell, adding to the many trails already in the city. One of the most popular paths is the Dry Run Creek segment, which stretches west-to-east through much of the city alongside Dry Run Creek and many wooded areas. Trail map is on page 22.

CARNEGIE RESOURCE CENTER: Where history and genealogy researchers will find a treasure trove of information about and photographs of families, businesses and happenings in the area from Mitchell’s beginning along the James River as Firesteel in 1879. Visitors can view diplomas, yearbooks, photos, and newspaper articles pertaining to the history of Mitchell’s public and parochial schools.

The huge dome of the CRC is adorned on its interior by the mural “Sun and Rain Clouds Over Hills,” by Oscar Howe, Yanktonai Sioux artist, who painted the mural in 1940 as a WPA project. From 1948 through 1971, Howe designed the mural panels for the Corn Palace.

Also inside, the Clyde and Mary Goin Corn Palace Collection depicts the history of Mitchell’s three Corn Palaces. Signed glossy photos by many of the famous performers at the Corn Palace, among them Bob Hope and Red Skelton, are displayed along with countless items of Corn Palace memorabilia.

Organizations and families can also schedule social events and meetings at the CRC. Books, monographs, historic original postcards, CDs and DVDs are available for purchase.

There’s much more to Mitchell than just the Corn Palace.

On the National Register of Historic Places!

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CORN PALACE: The World’s Only Corn Palace stands as a majestic, uniquely American, folk art icon on the rolling prairies of South Dakota. The first Mitchell Corn Palace was built in 1892, just three years after South Dakota became a state – when the city was just 12 years old. Early settlers dramatically displayed their agricultural bounty on the building’s exterior to prove the fertility of the region’s soil. The Corn Palace that now sits on Main Street between Sixth and Seventh Avenues is actually the third Corn Palace in Mitchell, but its purpose hasn’t changed. The building is famous for the huge, colorful murals on its sides, which are redesigned every other year. As a cost-saving measure, the City of Mitchell chose not to renew the Palace morals for 2017. 2015 brought major renovations to the interior and exterior of the building — color changing light-up domes, a balcony on the front, remodeled entry way and lobby with much more! It is pretty spectacular sight to see in the evening.

When creating the murals, much of the work is done by hand. In about June the rye and sourdock would be removed from the building and then replaced with new bundles by end of July. Then that year’s choosen sketches are transferred to roofing paper and nailed into the mural panels. The thirteen shades of colored corn used on the building are hand-picked locally. The cobs are then sawed in half, shaped and trimmed to fit the designated spaces, then nailed into place. Roughly 275,000 ears of corn are used to bring the murals to life.

During the summer months the Corn Palace offers free guided tours led by friendly guides full of a-MAIZE-ing facts. The tour also features an outstanding video explaining the Corn Palace Story. After the tour you can view displays about the Corn Palace, how the murals are created, souvenirs and entertainment from the past and how the corn is grown.

During the rest of the year the building itself is used for several purposes including a basketball arena, local high school prom, local graduations, trade shows, concerts, an indoor rodeo, comedians, the Shriner’s Circus, and much much more. Come and Experience it! Visiting is FREE! 2017 CORN PALACE FESTIVAL IS AUGUST 23-27!

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DAKOTA DISCOVERY MUSEUM: The museum covers the time period from 1600, when the Native Americans were still largely undiscovered to the Dust Bowl era of the 1930s. Here, you can learn about the American Indian cultures that once dominated the Plains. Among the exhibits that help tell the Indian story are a tipi and numerous authentic Indian garments and artifacts including one of the most complete and pristine collections of American Indian quill and bead-works.

The story of the settlers who brought crops and cattle to the Plains is told with the aid of vintage farm/ranch equipment, including an impressive sheep wagon, which sheepherders once lived in.

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One of South Dakota’s most prominent artists, Oscar •Learn about Native American, settlement and Howe, has some of his most Western history prominent works here. Howe is considered to be a key influential figure in modern Native American art.

•Experience the Native art of Oscar Howe and Western He matured as an artist in Mitchell, earning his bachelor’s art of Charles Hargens degree from Dakota Wesleyan University in 1952 and •Discover the restored 1886 Italianate home of Corn •Dis serving as an artist-in-residence while at the school. He Palace co-founder Louis Beckwith also designed many of the Corn Palace murals during the 1950s and 1960s.

•Unique gifts at The Garret museum store South Dakota native Charles Hargens Jr., also has art displayed at the museum. Hargens was known for 1300 McGovern Ave, Mitchell, SD 57301 his scenes of the Old West and his attention to detail 605-996-2122 and accuracy, as he was commissioned to paintings www.dakotadiscovery.com and drawings for more than 300 books and 3,000 magazines.

Beyond the inside of the museum, there’s also an outdoor campus with real-life structures and equipment. In the outdoor campus behind the main building are four authentic historical buildings, including an 1885 one-room school house and the fully furnished 1886 VictorianItalianate home of the co-founder of the Corn Palace, Louis Beckwith. Visitors can walk through the buildings and be transported back in time. Also outside is the Discovery Land, a hands-on activity area for children ages five to ten, and the Heritage Gardens Project, which brings indigenous plants to the gardens surrounding the museum and historical buildings.

At the completion of your visit to the museum, don’t forget to stop by the museum’s gift store for a souvenir to take home.

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GOLFING: The city has two top-notch 18-hole golf courses, Lakeview Municipal and Wild Oak. Lakeview, alongside Lake Mitchell, is considered one of the top municipal courses in the state. Wild Oak features nine holes alongside Firesteel Creek and nine holes on higher ground.

LAKE MITCHELL: Besides the obvious boating and fishing options at Lake Mitchell, which is in the northwest corner of the city, there are also public beaches, parks and trails around the lake. With the very popular campground that overlooks Lake Mitchell and is a family camping center with fishing, swimming, boating, paddle boats, playground, and a laundry facility. Kiwanis Woodlot Park is especially popular, and there are hiking and mountain-biking trails that begin from there and offer lake views.

MCGOVERN LIBRARY & LEGACY MUSEUM: George McGovern influenced a generation of voters with his opposition to the Vietnam War and his commitment to liberal principles. In Mitchell, that legacy comes alive at the McGovern Legacy Museum.

Inside the McGovern Legacy Museum, all of those rich life experiences are vibrantly explained with the help of interactive audio and video displays narrated by McGovern himself, and with memorabilia from throughout McGovern’s life.

Among the highlights of the exhibit is a stylized version of McGovern’s 1972 campaign plane, the Dakota Queen II. Visitors can sit in one of the airplane seats and watch video clips from McGovern’s acceptance speech at the 1972 Democratic National Convention, where he gave his “Come Home, America” address. Politically minded tourists will delight in the campaign memorabilia and artifacts, including posters, photos, buttons and even shoeboxes full of note cards McGovern kept about the people he met on the campaign trail.

OUTDOOR AQUATIC CENTER: One of Mitchell’s jewels, a multi-million-dollar family friendly facility featuring zero-entry play areas for small kids, provides quality recreational swimming experiences for all ages in Mitchell and the surrounding communities.

A 50-meter 6-lane competition pool with depths ranging from 3’-12’ meet the needs of

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A double slide with runs of over 100’ will be an exciting experience for anyone 48” tall or taller. The zerodepth area will host play features such as a toddler turtle slide, and interactive features such as bubbling geysers, spraying mushrooms, tumble buckets and starburst sprayers. Older swimmers will enjoy the Water Walk in the plunge area and the Drop Slide in the deep end.

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PARKS: Mitchell has a fantastic park system with roughly 10 plus parks to enjoy and explore. The pride of which is Hitchcock Park. Within the park you’ll find the Outdoor Aquatic Center, a bandshell, a playground, a baseball diamond, a tennis court, a gazebo and lots of places to picnic or rest. They didn’t forget about man’s best friend when it comes to Mitchell’s Dog Park. It’s located on the south end of Cadwell Park and features a 2.3 acres area for large dogs; and a .85 acre area small dog enclosure. Both areas are shaded and equipped with drinking fountains, benches and gravel pathways. We ask that users be responsible and clean up after their pets.

PREHISTORIC INDIAN VILLAGE: Discovery of prehistoric fossils were first found by a student of Dakota Wesleyan University in 1910 but it wasn’t until 1975 when the site was preserved by the Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village Preservation Society.

This is the only archaeological site in South Dakota open to the public. It is a National Historic Landmark and on the National Registry.

Each summer archaeologists come and excavate the site, near Lake Mitchell, and we learn more about the first settlers who lived here in the Northern Plains, believed to have been ancestors of the present-day Mandan. Guests can watch as the archaeologists uncover artifacts in the comfort of the climate-controlled Thomsen Center Archeodome and tour the Boehnen Memorial Museum to see a reconstructed lodge and many of the 1.5 million artifacts found over the years. The Shoppe Antiquary has an extensive collection of Native American, indigenous and regional art, jewelry, pottery, books and more.

Much of the information learned at the village dates back to previous inhabitants who lived at the site 1,100 years ago. They lived at the site in earthen lodges, which were circular mounds. This area was a major bison processing center, as people extracted bone grease from the animal to produce pemmican, a mixture of fat and protein which provided nutrition during the era.

There is a special site created for children to practice their archaeology skills and dig for a FREE arrowhead. You can also learn how to throw a spear using an atlatl. Picnic tables are set up along the lake and on the bluff overlooking the lake for visitors to use.

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Dimock Dairy Inc., located in the heart of pheasant country, is the oldest cheese plant in South Dakota, opening its doors in 1931. Throughout the years, Dimock Dairy has changed little in its cheese production processing. We have 23 flavors of cheese and continue to try new, exciting flavors.

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ANTELOPE: South Dakota hosts one of the highest antelope populations in the nation, ranging across the west and central regions.

Antelope rely on their peripheral vision, the safety of their herds, and their ability to reach speeds of nearly 60 miles per hour to elude predators, which may include coyote, bobcats, and golden eagles.

Their long rump hair is erected when the animal is frightened, serving as a warning “flash” to others.

They are curious animals that often flee to the top of a nearby ridge and pause to look back.

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BISON/BUFFALO: South Dakota is the nation’s top bison producer, with nearly 40,000 of the animals living within the state’s borders. They no longer roam wild over the plains, but there are pockets where they roam in nearwild conditions. Nearly 1,600 buffalo roam Custer State Park’s 71,000 acres, and about 450 bison live in the Badlands National Park Wilderness Area.

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CANADA GOOSE: This large waterfowl inhabits the entire state. Its characteristic black and white feather patterning with the unmistakable honking noise make it easy to recognize.

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COTTONTAIL RABBITS: Wild rabbits, which can vary from gray to reddish brown, can be found all over North and South America. Although sometimes considered a pest by farmers, they are quite adaptable and will move on to live in a more suitable area if no food is available where they are.

COYOTE: South Dakota’s state animal, this canine is an opportunistic hunter that is located throughout the state.

Though they may cause many farmers and ranchers fits by scaring or hunting their cattle, coyotes are a vital part of the state’s ecosystem.

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DEER: Mule & Whitetail deer are the most common located all over South Dakota. They’re most active during the fall in a time called “the rut,” these deer can be seen feeding in fields during morning and evening hours.

EAGLE: Bald eagles winter below Missouri River dams, and in parts of the Black Hills. During spring and fall migration, they can be seen east of the Missouri River, especially in the James and Big Sioux river areas.

Golden eagles nest mainly west of the Missouri River.

ELK: found primarily in the Black Hills. South Dakota’s present-day elk herd, residing in the Black Hills, consists of over 6,000 Rocky Mountain elk.

PRAIRIE DOG: Mostly in western South Dakota, this small mammal burrows a series of tunnels and rooms underground where large colonies live in what are called “prairie dog towns.” While actually a rodent, the prairie dog gets its name from a warning call it makes that sounds similar to a small dog’s bark.

RINGNECK PHEASANT: South Dakota’s state bird, the Chinese ringneck pheasant is a vital part of South Dakota’s economy. Hunters from across the world come mostly to eastern South Dakota to chase these wily birds.

Population estimates figure there are between 8 and 10 million of these birds in the state.

SKUNKS: In South Dakota there are two species of skunks: striped skunks and spotted skunks. Both of these mammal species spray to defend themselves.

They live almost anywhere they can find adequate shelter, but prefer a woodland edge. Brushy areas, rocky outcrops, open fields with wooded ravines, fencerows, and dumps all provide shelter and places to forage.

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South Dakota has over 5 million acres of hunting opportunity on public land and private land that has been leased for public hunting.

However, the vast majority of the state is land held in private ownership.

Permission is required to hunt private land in South Dakota. Your ability to develop a connection with private landowners will enhance your hunting opportunities. We encourage you to create a personal and working relationship with private landowners. Respect their rights and their land.

The 2017 summer to winter hunting season starts off with archery antelope on Aug. 19 then regular antelope on Sept. 30. Deer season then begins with archery on Sept. 23 followed by Black Hills Nov. 1, West River Nov. 11 and East River Nov. 18. Fall turkey season also begins on Nov. 1. South Dakota’s most popular seasons of all, pheasant season, begins Oct. 21. Your daily limit is 3 roosters with a possession limit of 15. But don’t forget about our other hunting offers such as other small game and waterfowl like quail, rabbits, doves, grouse, duck and geese.

Besides the great hunting options across the state, fishing is also one of the leading outdoor activities. The Missouri River crosses I-90 at Chamberlain, where anglers can regularly be seen searching for walleye or any of the near 30 species of fish in the state.

The Missouri River accounts for 40 percent of the fishing in the state, according to the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department. Annually, about 300,000 anglers spend more than 3.5 million days fishing South Dakota waters, which hold 700,000 acres of public fishing.

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South Dakota is home to nine American Indian tribes, a fact that presents opportunities for adventurous travelers who are willing to go off the beaten path, take a drive and experience different cultures. Following are some of those opportunities for I-90 travelers.

LOWER BRULE RESERVATION: On the western bank of the Missouri River in central South Dakota is the Lower Brule Reservation, which features the Golden Buffalo Casino and the Buffalo Interpretive Center, which teaches the story of the buffalo, its importance and significance in the North American Indian cultures of the Great Plains, and its relationship to the people of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe.

NATIVE AMERICAN SCENIC BYWAY: The byway takes travelers on a journey north to south across the entire state of South Dakota. The total distance of the route is approximately 450 miles. The byway passes through five reservation and tribal lands including Standing Rock, Cheyenne River, Lower Brule, Crow Creek, and Yankton. Passing through the heart of the Great Sioux Nation in central South Dakota, visitors will experience not only the tribal history and culture, but breathtaking views as well. Much of the route follows the Missouri River, which provides views of bountiful wildlife, diverse landscapes and stunning vistas of rolling hills and river bluffs. Memorial markers, interpretive signs, and monuments commemorate the heritage of the Lakota and Dakota nations

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and allow visitors to learn history from the Native American and early settlers’ points of view. A few of the sites along the byway include Sakakawea and Sitting Bull Monuments, Mobridge; Fort Manual, Kennel; and Fischer’s Lilly Park, Fort Pierre, where Lewis and Clark met with Native Americans.

PINE RIDGE RESERVATION: In southwestern South Dakota, visitors to the Badlands can drive a bit farther to visit the Pine Ridge Reservation. Those interested in history may want to see the Wounded Knee Massacre Site.

REST STOPS: The teepee marks the South Dakota rest stops along I-90. There are eight rest stops westbound, they are located at mile markers 42, 100, 167, 221, 264, 301.5, 363 & 412.

YANKTON SIOUX RESERVATION: Take a detour south of Interstate 90 in southeastern South Dakota and visit the area of the Yankton Sioux Reservation, which features Fort Randall Dam on the Missouri River, the historic Fort Randall Chapel (preserved from a former military fort), Fort Randall Casino, and many nearby state parks and recreation areas.

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An east-to-west trip on Interstate 90 will bring you face to face with giant buffalo, dinosaurs and jackalopes. Even the Interstate Information Centers along the way get into the act with oversized concrete teepees that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The growth spurred by the construction of I-90 in South Dakota during the 1960s has forever changed the towns along the corridor in the state. For example in 1967, an average of 1,800 vehicles passed by Mitchell on I-90 each day, according to statistics kept by the South Dakota Department of Transportation.

And by 2033, the DOT expects that average to increase to 13,600 vehicles per day.

South Dakota’s scenic drives are well worth the extra tank of gas. The wind in your hair. An open road ahead. And nothing but breathtaking views out every window.

It’s freedom at its finest, whether you’re threading a Pigtail Bridge in Custer State Park, following the Missouri River through the lands of five Native American tribes, or taking the backroads to discover rural America. Go where the road takes you.

CAMPING DESTINATIONS

From the Big Bend of the Missouri River toward the south, here are some of the state parks and recreation areas along the river in South Dakota.

PLATTE CREEK RECREATION AREA: Fishing and water recreation draws a quieter crowd to Platte Creek Recreation Area to enjoy Lake Francis Case on the Missouri River.

Visitors to Platte Creek enjoy natural features similar to those at Snake Creek, but from a quieter campground with similar amenities.

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PEASE CREEK RECREATION AREA: With almost 600 acres to explore and easy access to the Missouri River’s Lake Francis Case for great fishing, Pease Creek is a popular day use and camping park. The wooded terrain provides shaded campsites and hiking opportunities on the bluffs above Lake Francis Case.

RANDALL CREEK RECREATION AREA: Near the historic community of Pickstown, the Randall Creek area is downstream from the Fort Randall Dam. The area is widely considered to be South Dakota’s best area for birding and visitors can check out the eagle roost area in the park, which is a designated National Natural Landmark.

SINGING HORSE TRADING POST & BED AND BREAKFAST: Singing Horse Trading Post is located on the Pine Ridge Lakota Reservation and specializes in quality Native craft, including fine arts, quill work, star quilts, leather craft, bone/antler jewelry, beadwork and more. There is also a bed and breakfast, with rooms, cabins and camping, providing an exciting experience for those wishing to visit the reservation.

They can arrange tours, horseback adventures and educational opportunities.

SNAKE CREEK RECREATION AREA & BURYANEK RECREATION AREA: Lake Francis Case draws visitors to Snake Creek Recreation Area & Buryanek Recreation Area.

Buryanek is a calm riverside park on the west bank of the Missouri River tucked away into the hills of the valley. History buffs will enjoy knowing that the Lewis and Clark expedition traveled through the area, where they were told to watch for “burning bluffs” along the river.

WEST BEND RECREATION AREA: Excellent walleye and small mouth bass fishing is supported by a relatively stable lake level and cool water temperatures. The protected marina offers convenient boat launching, regardless of the wind direction. In the autumn, hunters use this as a base camp to hunt pheasants and Canadian geese.

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DISCOVER SOUTH DAKOTA Between Mitchell and Chamberlain are several interesting sites and towns to visit, each offering their own beauty, charm and style.

MT. VERNON: Located twelve miles west of Mitchell and one mile north at Exit 319. Mt. Vernon is a progressive community and proud to be the home of Chad Greenway, who has be a linebacker for the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings for the last 10 years. The town was originally called Arlandton after the man who provided shelter for travelers on their way up the Fort Thompson trail. It then was named Mt. Vernon when the railroad pushed westward from Mitchell after 1881. The Post Office Department requested the change because Arlandton was too much like the already organized Arlington. The first official school was opened up in January of 1883. April 3, 1889, a great fire destroyed much of the town. In all 53 buildings burned to the ground. In 1902 telephone service found its way to the small town of Mt. Vernon. Then in 1912, the town was “lit-up” when electrical lights were used for the first time.

STICKNEY: Located just 8 miles south of Exit 310 on the scenic US Hwy 281.

The town was named for J.B. Stickney, an official with the Milwaukee Railroad.

J.B. Stickney was also a descendent of the historic family that founded the town of Stickney in Great Britain (England) at the time of the Norman conquest.

In 1905 the original plat for the town was file on August 17, with the town only consisting of nine blocks, two strips of three blocks north of Main Street, one strip of three blocks south of Main, running east and west. The town features a beautiful park, camp sites, a pool, great businesses and some of the best hunting in South Dakota. The Stickney community takes great pride in the friendly small town atmosphere and exceptional quality of life it offers.

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DISCOVER SOUTH DAKOTA PLANKINTON: Plankinton is the county seat of Aurora County and is located at the intersection of two national highways in Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 281, a factor that has proved beneficial to bringing business to Plankinton.

Given its proximity to long haul trucking corridors, Plankinton has become a natural choice for industry and distribution. Named “2007 Community of the Year”, it’s only 20 miles west of Mitchell, Plankinton is surrounded by rich farmland, which bears some of the best pheasant hunting in the world every fall.

A multitude of recreational activities including sport fishing in the Missouri River to golfing at the scenic Fish Lake Country Club await visitors at every turn. Come enjoy leisure time with the friendly residents of Plankinton!

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WHITE LAKE: Right off of Exit 296, is a vibrant community located somewhere between 21st century technoscape and the American Old West! White Lake’s quality educational system and eco-friendly industries generate opportunities in the small city of friendly people and family values.

There is a memorial plaza, located on main street, that brings generations of White Lake history into focus. Etched markers honoring early pioneers, the landing of the Explorer II balloon and Armed Forces veterans make the plaza a place of reflection and education. As national emphasis shifts to renewable and eco-friendly sources of energy, electric power generation from the wind has become an effective alternative to fossil fuel plants. Scientific studies have shown one of the windiest spots in South Dakota is found 12 miles north of White Lake, on the high rolling prairie of Patten Hills in far northwestern Aurora County. Easily visible from I-90, the wind turbines of PrairieWinds SD1 are interconnected by access roads for site maintenance. Skilled techs are responsible for keeping the facility running at peak performance 365 days per year.

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2007 Community of the Year • 22 miles west of Mitchell, SD

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DISCOVER SOUTH DAKOTA PLATTE : Approximately 25 miles south of Exit 289 and a few miles east of the beautiful Lake Francis Case on the Missouri River. Settlements in the Platte area in northern Charles Mix County date back to the early 1880s. Fort Randall Dam was completed in the early 1950s and Lake Francis Case has become a recreational attraction, bringing many visitors to the area. Three state parks are located in the immediate area. The Platte community is rooted in its history, but it is also progressive in making changes that appeal to its residents and meet the needs of its businesses and visitors.

KIMBALL : Located at Exit 284 this small town was named for J.W. Kimball, a surveyor. In 1880, the first homestead claims were made in the vicinity. Kimball was then organized as a village in the spring of 1883. Today in Kimball, the South Dakota Tractor Museum has become one of the town’s key attractions. While the museum specializes in the restored antique tractors that are owned by local community members, the museum has a little bit of everything. In its “Prairie Treasures” building, visitors are taken back in history, with items like the town’s old jail cell to numerous old cars and buggies and a laundry machine. A one-room schoolhouse was moved to the grounds and also has a blacksmith’s shop, an outhouse and a separate building that hosts household goods from years ago.

PUKWANA: Located a few minutes north at Exit 272. The town’s name was derived from an Indian word meaning peace pipe from Longfellow’s Hiawatha. Pukwana was founded in 1881. For many years in the 1920s and 1930s the town was well known internationally for a device designed to save gasoline consumption in automobiles. Today it is locally known for their summer lawn mower races. If you’re looking for some great pheasant hunting sites or a hot biting fishing hole, there are several guide services available here.

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• Buggys • Cars • Tractors • Blacksmith Shop • School • C-STORE • Farm and Horse Machinery • Early 1900 Furniture • Household Items • Unique and Rare Items • No Charge - Donations Accepted

• 25 Camp Sites - Full Service - Pull Through • Men & Womern’s Bathrooms on Campground Site • 1 Block from Restaurants and Convenience Store/ Gas Station

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Working Hard for our Tomorrow!

A Great Place to Live & Grow 2017 SUMMER EVENTS:  June 23-25

Scavenger’s Journey A Treasure Hunting Expedition with Vendor Tents www.scavengersjourney.com

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Kimball Area Foundation Appreciation Days -Honey Bee Pageant -Ag Olympics -Supper -Music Entertainment -Business & People Promotion & Appreciation

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Desperado Days -Bull Riding -Poker Tournament -Inflatables -Music Entertainment

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Lake 16 Golf Tournament -2 person scramble

 August 12

Kimball Klassic Car Show Kolache Days

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THE RIVER Our forefathers would be surprised by today’s Missouri River. When Lewis and Clark passed this way in 1804-1806, the river ran fast and brown, hence its former nickname, the Big Muddy. Settlers who came here in the 1870s and ‘80s quipped that the Missouri was “too thick to drink, too thin to plow.” It was flood-prone, full of snags and dangerous to cross.

Today’s Missouri River is nothing like that. Thanks to a series of dams constructed in the second half of the 20th century, the Mighty Mo is deep, blue and inviting.

Dams at Pierre, Fort Thompson, Pickstown and Yankton have created four massive lakes, widely regarded as the Great Lakes of South Dakota.

Even if the Missouri wasn’t a recreational paradise - which it is - it still would be one of South Dakota’s most popular destinations, thanks to the bustling fishing industry it has spawned. Walleye are king on the Missouri, but numerous other catchable fish species live here as well, including huge salmon and trout, which thrive in the deep water created by the dams.

Dignity of Earth & Sky, erected in September of 2016 and 50 feet tall, stands as sentinel, overlooking “The River”. She is located at the I-90 Information Center, Exit 264. Her beauty changes during the course of the day from bright silver steel to copper at sunset, being lit internally and by spotlights after dark. She is worth the stop.

Beyond the river, westward travelers emerge into South Dakota’s West River region, which is different from the East River. The high plains, buttes and rolling terrain characteristic of the American West are abundant west of the Missouri, as are Westernthemed tourist attractions.

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Meriwether Lewis and William Clark spent the late-summer and early fall of 1804 exploring present-day South Dakota. Their return trip, in 1806, led them back through the area. The captains’ journal entries for this region described lush vegetation and wildlife, not to mention unusual sights like barking squirrels, burning bluffs and immense herds of buffalo. The journals also tell of first-ever councils with Sioux and Arikara tribes. Follow in the footsteps of the Corps of Discovery along the Missouri River.

Walk where they walked, see what they saw and feel what they felt as the sometimes wild and isolated trail is revealed. Now, 200 years later, you too can experience the same rugged adventure along South Dakota’s Lewis and Clark Trail. For I-90 travelers, the best place to learn a quick lesson about Lewis and Clark and stand where they stood is the Information Center along I-90 at Chamberlain. It affords breathtaking views of Lake Francis Case, a sprawling Missouri River reservoir. When Clark stood on a bluff in 1804 looking out over what is now Chamberlain, he saw a sweeping panorama of river, bluffs, plains, sky and wildlife. “Vast herds of buffalo, deer, elk and antelopes were seen feeding in every direction as far as the eye of the observer could reach,” he wrote in his journal.

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AKTA LAKOTA MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER: One of the more unique museums in the state on the campus of St. Joseph’s Indian School opened in 1991. The words “Akta Lakota,” meaning “to honor the people,” were chosen because the museum is truly intended to honor and preserve the rich culture of the Lakota people. Displayed there is a fascinating array of Indian artifacts, artwork and educational items. Much of the museum’s original collection came from gifts given to St. Joseph’s by alumni and friends since the school opened in 1927. Since the museum opened, it has acquired many new pieces and continually strives to add relevant pieces to the collection. The museum also houses a Collector’s Gallery, which gives local • Convenience Store artists a place to display and sell their work. The facility is more than a traditional museum; it is an experience • Gas that provides visitors with a living lesson on the Native 605-734-6041 American way of life, both past and present.

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Curt’s Cycle Center • Motorcycles • ATV’s • Power Equipment • Watercraft

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AMERICAN CREEK CAMPGROUND: Enjoy spending time with family and friends as you relax along the shores of the Missouri River. Enjoy the scenic views, local wildlife, and spectacular sunsets over the bluffs. As you relax, enjoy water recreational activities and some of the best walleye fishing in the state. Do you have kids? They can enjoy our spacious playground and swimming at the beach. We offer all of the amenities to make your camping experience a success! Located off Interstate 90, Exit 263 or Exit 265, nestled along the river’s edge, we are conveniently close to the local marina, restaurants, laundry mat, gas station, and grocery stores for all of your shopping needs.

spacious riverside rooms with a deck or balcony overlooking the Missouri River.

If you never leave the outdoor deck, we understand.

Experience camping along the banks of the Missouri River.

Enjoy the scenic vista and restful sounds of the river and wildlife.

Awaken to a spectacular sunrise over the river and end your day with a South Dakota blazing sunset!

Guests of the campground are welcome to use all the services offered by the resort including the indoor pool, sauna and hot tub, exercise room, game room, horseshoe court, and free Internet access in the business center. Stock up with all your boating needs at the floating convenience store on the Missouri River. Purchase bait, tackle, fishing licenses, on the water fuel, snacks and beverages. Rentals by the day or hour including pontoons and tubes. Don’t worry if you don’t have a boat, we have experienced fishing guides available to take you out on the river for a fishing trip you won’t forget. Overnight and seasonal boat slips with water and electrical hook-ups. Launch your boat at the concrete boat ramp with protective breakwater. There is a large parking lot and fish cleaning station.

CHAMBERLAIN BRIDGE: This historic bridge connecting the towns of Chamberlain and Oacoma across the Missouri River and Lake Francis Case. The bridge was originally completed in September 1925, composed of four 336-foot riveted Pennsylvania through truss spans laid end to end.

It was built by the Missouri Valley Bridge & Iron Works of Leavenworth, Kansas at an estimated cost of $303,623 and carried US Highway 16 over the Missouri River. In 1953, Lake Francis Case was created by the new Fort Randall Dam and the bridge became obsolete. The Wheeler Bridge, originally known as the Rosebud Bridge, also completed in 1925, was floated up the river 70 miles and the two bridges were joined to span the new lake. The bridge now carries the “Business Loop” of I-90. The main path of I-90 crosses the lake on a modern bridge 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the Chamberlain Bridge and a railroad bridge crosses about 300 yards (270 m) south of I-90. The community was proud to have the bridge be placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. Then the bridge was completely 48

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• June 17 - Race on the River - 5K & 10K Race • July 1 - Inflatable Run, River City Parade • July 2 - Stock Tank Races and Kids events • July 4 - Rock the Bluffs Fireworks • July 7 & 8 - Alumni Weekend, including Street Dance, class events and more.

• July 7-9 - Art Expo, SD Hall of Fame • Late July - Adult Triathlon • August 18-20 - American Island Days • August 19 - Creative 5K Run Visit our website calendar, events are added often! www.chamberlainsd.com

Dignity Statue will be found Chamberlain rest stop on Interstate 90 recognize the a stainless steel statue depicting a Native American woman draped in a star quilt named “Dignity”.

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overhauled in 2011-2012. In June 2014 there was a bridge rededication. The historic bridge added a new name – it became known as American Legion Memorial Bridge.

DIGNITY is a sculpture on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River near Chamberlain, South Dakota. Norm and Eunabel McKie of Rapid City, South Dakota announced their gift of Dignity to the State of South Dakota in 2014, in honor of the 125th anniversary of South Dakota statehood. It was erected September 17, 2016 above the Missouri River at Chamberlain near Interstate 90.

The 50-foot high stainless steel statue, by Sturgis, South Dakota artist Dale Lamphere, depicts an Indigenous woman in Plains-style dress receiving a star quilt.

According to Lamphere, the sculpture honors the culture of the Lakota and Dakota peoples who are indigenous to South Dakota. Lamphere sees the sculpture-to-be as a future beacon of hope shining to all who pass or visit its location.

LEWIS AND CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER: More than 200 years after Lewis and Clark marveled at that scenic beauty during their journey up the Missouri River, modern visitors are still marveling at what they see in Chamberlain. In fact, visitors to the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center (at the Chamberlain rest area between I-90 Exits 263 and 265) can stand on a bluff overlooking the river and feel Clark’s observations come to life.

It features interpretive panels and murals reconstructing the expedition journey. Take the scenic walk and view the Missouri River and the community of Chamberlain and Oacoma from a replica keelboat.

ROAM FREE PARK: With the vision of a generous community advocate, Dr. Charles Loos, hoped that the community would pull together and create a park designed to provide education and recreation for the many residents of the area and visitors to experience. In turn the Great Plains Resource Center board facilitated a fund drive to purchase this land from the city, to create present day Roam Free Park.

H&H EL CENTRO KADOKA, SD

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AmericInn Lodge & Suites

1981 East Kig Street Chamberlain, SD 57325 Phone (605) 734-0985 Fax (605) 734-0986 www.americinnchamberlainsd.com

Howard Johnson Inn & Suites 203 East Hwy 16 Oacoma, SD 57365 Phone (605) 234-4222 Fax (605) 234-6849 www.hojooacoma.com

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124 Front Street Chamberlain, SD 57325 Phone (605) 234-8888 Fax (605) 235-8889 www.super8chamberlain.com

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Quality Inn

100 West Hwy 16 Oacoma, SD 57365 Phone (605) 734-5593 Fax (605) 734-6991 www.qualityinn.com

Offers another opportunity to sit atop a river bluff and enjoy breathtaking views of the Missouri River. During the mid-90’s the Chamberlain area had many years of above normal precipitation. There was significant natural geologic shifting and moving of land near the Missouri River. This also affected the Roam Free Park area, as the trail system of the park was completely destroyed. The citizens banded together and in the fall of 2004 construction was underway. Trails were rebuilt, benches were placed and public restrooms were added.

SOUTH DAKOTA HALL OF FAME: This is a great place in South Dakota that honors the great faces that have made a significant impact on our culture and our state. The South Dakota Hall of Fame Museum is free to the public and offers experiences such as the Wells Fargo Theater and interactive computers. Visitors can enjoy displays of Native American artifacts, military memorabilia, and pioneer tools. At the museum, individuals can learn fascinating facts about famous and influential people from South Dakota including: George McGovern – An American historian, author, U.S. Representative, U.S. Senator, and the Democratic Party presidential nominee in the 1972 presidential election. Mary Hart – Known nationally for her work in the news and entertainment media. Terry Redlin – Gained worldwide acclaim for his beautiful artistic work portraying nature and American life. Tom Brokaw – Nationally recognized for his contribution to media and journalism. Joe Foss – A United States Marine Corps major fighting ace in World War II, an Air National Guard brigadier general, the 20th governor of SD, president of the NRA, the first commissioner of the American Football League, and a television broadcaster. Al Neuharth – Renowned as the founder of USA TODAY, the Freedom Forum and honored with the Al Neuharth Media Center in Vermillion. Sitting Bull – The famous leader of the Hunkpapa Sioux tribe who was a man of vision, and well-respected by all who knew him. Crazy Horse – Known as a brave and generous Sioux Indian warrior, he is honored at the Crazy Horse Memorial in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Just to name a few.

The original South Dakota Hall of Fame was an overcrowded log cabin in Fort Pierre, started in 1974 to recognize the leaders WInDOw tO tHE WEsT of South Dakota who contributed to GAtEWaY tO tHE BAdLAnDS the development and heritage of the state. In 1976 is was named the Cowboy and Western WALL sits on the edge of Badlands Heritage Hall of Fame.

National park and is located just miles In 1978 The first 120 from the Historic Minute individuals were inducted Man Missile site. during the first annual Welcoming guests from interstate I-90 Honors Ceremony. In 1992 it is an 80 ft. brontosaurus near exit 110. was relocated to Chamberlain.

Wall is home to the world famous Wall Drug Store.

It wasn’t until 1996 that the Wall Drug offers a wide variety of shopping, as well as FREE South Dakota Hall of Fame was attractions, entertainment and photo ops. Wall Drug has galleries of historic photos and artifacts. Located in the backyard of Wall Drug is designated the official Hall of a life sized T-rex that roars accompanied by flashing Fame for South Dakota through lights and alarms while the T-rex appears to be trying legislation. It operates as a to break out. The backyard at Wall Drug also holds a giant jackalope, mining for gemstones, waterpark fun non-profit, non-governmental and more! organization. Each fall, an Not only do we have the world famous FREE ice induction ceremony is held water store but also, National Grasslands Visitor announcing up to 15 new Center, unique shops, hiking, biking, camping, golfing, members in the South Dakota Hall museums and motels. of Fame. Anyone may nominate an individual, Wall Chamber of Commerce living or deceased for consideration. Each nominee must PO Box 527 • Wall, SD 57790-0527 have lived in South Dakota for a portion of their life. The (605) 279-2665 • 1-888-852-9255 South Dakota Hall of Fame is located off I-90 at exit 263.

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THE BADLANDS: They don’t just call out to motorists. They don’t just loom on the horizon for miles. They appear suddenly and stunningly, surprising the traveler who isn’t prepared for such sweeping, stark beauty that comes seemingly out of nowhere.

Authorized as Badlands National Monument on March 4, 1929, it was not established until January 25, 1939. It was redesignated a national park on November 10, 1978. It protects 242,756 acres of an expanse of sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires blended with the largest undisturbed mixed grass prairie. The Badlands Wilderness protects 64,144 acres of the park as a designated wilderness area where bison, bighorn sheep, coyotes, bobcats, deer, elk, rattlesnakes, porcupines, fox, black-billed magpies, prairie dogs, badgers, and is the site of the reintroduction of the black-footed ferret, the most endangered land mammal in North America.

The South Unit, or the Stronghold Unit, is co-managed with the Oglala Lakota tribe and includes sites of 1890s Ghost Dances, a former United States Air Force bomb and gunnery range and Red Shirt Table, the park’s highest point at 3,340 feet.

Annually hosts about 1 million visitors, most of whom enjoy the scenic drive through the park on the Badlands Loop. This loop – technically, it’s Highway 240, stretching from I-90 near Kadoka to another point on I-90 at Wall – offers an easy, hour-long tour of the Badlands, if no stops are figured in.

The park also has two campgrounds for overnight visits. Cedar Pass Campground located near the Ben Reifel Visitor Center which offers a bookstore, special programs, and exhibits. Then the Sage Creek Campground located on the west side of the park’s North Unit, near the Badlands Wilderness Area.

In the summer, the Badlands region is hot and dusty with little shade and even less drinkable water. Although the automobile and smooth, paved roads have lessened the Badlands’ impact on traveling, the region can still seem inhospitable.

Nonetheless, there are few places so beautiful. The rugged beauty of the Badlands draws visitors from around the world. These striking geologic deposits contain one of the world’s richest fossil beds. Ancient mammals such as the rhino, horse, and saber-toothed cat once roamed here.

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THE FACES The Black Hills take their name from a Sioux Indian word: paha sapa, meaning “hills black.” From a distance, the Black Hills look exactly like that – dark, misty hills rising from the otherwise flat prairie.

Locals tend to divide the Black Hills into two areas: “The Southern Hills” and “The Northern Hills”.

The Southern Hills is home to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Black Elk Peak (Harney Peak), Custer State Park (one of the largest in the US), the Crazy Horse Memorial (the largest sculpture in the world) and the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, the world’s largest mammoth research facility. Attractions in the Northern Hills include Spearfish Canyon, Historic Deadwood and the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, held each August.

Yet some of the greatest fun in South Dakota’s quiet mountain range happens off the beaten path. Within the Black Hills National Forest are 11 water reservoirs, 450 miles of hiking trails, dozens of campgrounds and some 1,300 miles of clear, cold-water streams.

But the name “Hills” is misleading. Eighteen of the Black Hills’ peaks surpass 7,000 feet, including Harney Peak, which at 7,242 feet is the the highest point in the United States east of the Rockies. To truly enjoy and understand the Black Hills, visitors need to reach out and actually touch Paha Sapa, these “hills black” that have beckoned to travelers and adventure-seekers for centuries.

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Rapid City is the second largest city in the state of South Dakota. Named after Rapid Creek, on which the city is established, it is set against the eastern slope of the Black Hills mountain range. Known as the “Gateway to the Black Hills” and the “City of Presidents”, it is split by a low mountain ridge that divides the western and eastern parts of the city. Ellsworth Air Force Base is located on the outskirts of the city. There is a thriving downtown, scores of shops, restaurants and bars, and friendly people eager to welcome you. It’s a good place to plan day trips from.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------BEAR COUNTRY USA: For animal lovers, it doesn’t get much better. Bear Country is a unique three mile drive-through wildlife park where visitors can see North American animals such as bears, bison, elk, reindeer, wolfs and more.

After you drive take a wildlife walk around where you can view park offspring, smaller animals and the playful antics of bear cubs.

BLACK ELK PEAK: Formally known as Harney Peak, at 7,242 feet, is the highest point in South Dakota and the highest point east of the Rockies. In August 2016 the peak’s name changed to honor Nicholas Black Elk, a Lakota Sioux medicine man, who was a second cousin of the war chief, Crazy Horse and also once toured with The Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. Don’t let the peak intimidate you, though. If you’re in decent shape, you can hike one of several trails to the top and enjoy one of the best views anywhere in the country.

CAVES: There are many caves in the Black Hills to dazzle spelunkers for days. Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, Rushmore Cave and Sitting Bull Caverns are just a few … find one and enjoy!

COSMOS MYSTERY AREA: Take a tour designed to boggle the mind and show the awesome power of the Cosmos “force.” From people changing heights on level platforms to water flowing uphill, to sitting on the wall, the Cosmos is sure to amaze and astonish the mind.

Rapid City

RV Park & Campground JUST A FEW MILES FROM SOME OF AMERICA’S MOST INTRIGUING AND WELL KNOWN ATTRACTIONS, INCLUDING MOUNT RUSHMORE, CUSTER STATE PARK, AND CAVERNS & FORESTS. Your hosts at Rapid City RV Park & Campground are ready to assist you with your plans in order to make your Black Hills vacation enjoyable and memorable.

VARIED OFFERINGS OF THE SURROUNDING AREA Comfortable • Convenient Campground Pet Friendly • 120 Units Showers • Free WIFI 4 Levels of Campground Upper for RV’s 3 Lower Levels for Tents Fitness room

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CRAZY HORSE: It’s still a work in progress and it is a work to behold. The massive carving will fill Thunderhead Mountain with a sculpture of Crazy Horse, the Lakota leader and warrior, on horseback, pointing out to his people’s lands. The memorial was commissioned

by Henry Standing Bear, a Lakota elder, to be sculpted by Korczak Ziółkowski. The monument has been in progress since 1948 and is far from completion. In the 30 years since Korczak Ziółkowski death, his family has continued the effort at the site between Custer and Hill City, 17 miles from Mount Rushmore.

•100+ fairytale sets •Ride the train •Grand magic show at the SBI Children’s Theatre •Concessions •Gift Shop •Special Events.

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CUSTER STATE PARK: The park is South Dakota’s largest and first state park, named after the famed Civil War and Old West soldier, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Lt. Colonel George Armstrong Custer. The area originally started Storybook Island was founded by out as sixteen sections, the Rapid City Rotary Club and is but was later changed supported by donations. into one block of land $1 per person donation is because of the challenges recommended. of the terrain. The park began to grow rapidly in the 1920s and gained new land. During the 1930s the Civilian Conservation Corps built miles of roads, laid out parks and campgrounds, and built three dams that set www.storybookisland.org up a future of water recreation at the park. In 1964 an additional 22,900 acres were added to the park. The park covers an area of over 71,000 acres of hilly terrain and is home to many wild animals.The park is home to a for Either a Train or Carousel Ride. famous herd of free roaming Expiration Date of September 4, 2017 bison. Elk, coyotes, mule deer, white tailed deer, mountain goats, prairie dogs, bighorn sheep, river otters, pronghorn, cougars, and feral burros also inhabit the park.

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The park is also famous for its scenery, use the scenic drives (Needles Highway and the wildlife loop), to see views of the bison herd and prairie dog towns. The annual buffalo roundup and auction is in September, in which the bison are rounded up, with several hundred sold at auction so that the remaining number of animals will be compatible with the rangeland forage. The annual roundup began in 1965.

HISTORIC DEADWOOD: Born in the wake of the discovery of gold in the Black Hills during the 1874 Custer Expedition. The roaring camp was born alongside a creek filled with gold. It was packed with miners, opportunists, cutthroats, gamblers, prostitutes, pimps, bar owners and businessmen eager to share the gold. The town boomed for several years but three massive fires and continued economic hard times slowed its growth by the end of the 1800s.

By the mid-20th century, it was a dusty, somewhat forgotten footnote in Western lore. Tourists stopped, but the town itself struggled to pay its bills and keep businesses and people.

“Deadwood has been known the world round for over half a century. It is the smallest ‘metropolitan’ city in the world, with paving and public and other buildings such as are seldom found in cities less than several times its size.”

John S. McClintock Pioneer Days in the Black Hills, 1939

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But in 1961, the entire town was declared a National Historic Landmark. It was the first time an entire community received this recognition. In 1989, gambling was reintroduced and a new Deadwood was born. The town became filled with casinos and shops catering to tourists.

In 2004, The cable channel HBO began airing its award-winning series “Deadwood.” The show depicted what life might have been like during the early, rough and tumble days of the town. There is always something to do in Deadwood. Not much has changed, it’s still a town wild at heart. Walk in the footsteps of legends at one of our historic attractions or belly up to the buffet and enjoy a Wild West feast.

HOT SPRINGS: A charming, historic town tucked away in the southwest corner of the state, just a short drive from Custer State Park. And experience one of the World’s greatest fossil treasures, Tour the ancient sinkhole and stand on the edge of discovery. See an active paleontological excavation of Ice Age Animals.

This 41,000 sq. ft. mammoth research center is recognized world-wide for its interpretation and exhibits. A must for families with hands-on exhibits. The following were added to the site in 2015, Learning Center; Two 53-Seat Theaters; HD Introductory Video; Wireless TourGuide System; Exhibit/Gathering Area and Universally Accessible Walkways.

KEYSTONE: Nestled in the beautiful Black Hills just a short distance from Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Keystone is an attraction in itself. Check out the Keystone History Museum learn about the people who discovered gold in Battle Creek, located Keystone’s gold mines and founded the town. Also thelearn history of Gutzon Borglum, Peter Norbeck, CC Gideon, Carrie Ingalls, Wild Horse Harry Hardin and Sugar Babe. That’s just one of many things to do, walk down their main road and you’ll find the Rushmore Mountain Taffy Shop along with more hand-made candy shops, Old-Time photos, ride a chairlift, play miniature golf, ride horseback, take a helicopter ride, pet cute little critters, ride a vintage passenger train, explore a cave and so much more.

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MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL: It’s a national icon, a massive sculpture and the enduring image of South Dakota. It’s also a dynamic and active place, where people work, others stop for tours and some visit for a chance to celebrate America and its promise of freedom and independence. The monument was carved into the granite face of a mountain in the Black Hills by master sculptor Gutzon Borglum, his son Lincoln Borglum and their team of brave, dedicated workers. Work was launched in 1927 and continued until October 1941. Gutzon Borglum didn’t live to see it completed, nor did his vision of the four presidents depicted from head to waist come to fruition. But Borglum succeeded in creating perhaps the most famous sculpture in American history.

The monument is dominated by the largest face, and the only one with parts of his chest and shoulders shown: George Washington (1732–1799). Next to him is his fellow Virginian, Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826), with Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919), who explored the Black Hills and loved the area, tucked in the middle. At the right edge is Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865). The memorial park covers about 1,278.45 acres. While there has been a lot of discussion of adding faces to Mount Rushmore, including Susan B. Anthony, John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan, officials insist no more faces will be placed on it.

PARKS AND LAKES: There are national and state parks all throughout the Black Hills, all offering stunning beauty. For a great day with your family, just pick one and enjoy.

REPTILE GARDENS: Families will love Reptile Gardens, where hundreds of exotic-looking creatures can be safely viewed on a beautiful campus full of flowers and other vegetation.

The botanical gardens are full of lush flowers and foliage, from many regions of the world, just waiting to be explored. This place has world acclaim in the Guinness Book of World Records as being the World’s Largest Reptile Zoo with having more species and subspecies of reptiles than any other zoo or park in the world. Photo opportunities are abundant here!

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•Welcome Reception •Deluxe Continental Breakfast •WiFi •Airport Shuttle •Room Microwave & Fridge •Local Calls & Voicemail

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•Oversized Guest Rooms with Pillowtop Mattresses •Guest Laundry •Exercise Room •Double King Rooms •Indoor Pool & 2 Hot Tubs •Presidential Suites •Large Meeting Area

•Walking distance to Downtown Shopping, Restaurants and Memorial Park •Easy access to Black Hills attractions, including Mt. Rushmore

Family-friendly & FREE! Museum of western and natural history with hands-on stuff for kids Center of the Nation monument Historic Johnny Spaulding Cabin Travel information

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LEGENDARY STURGIS: Has made its name for being the hosting an awesome motorcycle rally at the beginning of August. Bikers come from across the country and the globe for concerts, motorcycle events and long rides in the summer sun. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is one of the world’s oldest and largest motorcycle gatherings, offering incredible riding, exhibitors, motorcycle shows, demo rides, racing, concerts and much more. It begun in 1938 by a group of Indian Motorcycle riders and was originally held for stunts and races. Attendance has historically been around one half million people, reaching a high of over 700,000 in 2015. Check out the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame. It opened its doors to the public on June 1, 2001.

Local and national collectors loaned the Museum a selection of vintage and rare V-twin and metric motorcycles, offering visitors a glimpse into the magnificent world of two wheels. Today, the Museum is open year round, seven days a week.

Find out why this international phenomenon draws motorcycle legends, superstars and hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts to the Black Hills each year and is listed as one of the 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. 77TH STURGIS MOTORCYCLE RALLY IS AUGUST 4-13!

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