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Jewel Cave to Host Jr. Caver Day
Custer, SD – On Saturday, August 20th Jewel Cave National Monument will host a Jr. Caver Day. This free drop-in event will be…
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In Partnership with Jewel Cave National Monument, Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is honored to present a new publication – “Jewel Cave: No end in Sight.”
For Immediate Release Contact: Matthew White [email protected] At over 210 miles, Jewel Cave is currently the third longest cave in the…
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Volunteer ambassador program at Wind Cave in its second year
By Marcus Heerdt/Fall River County Herald-Star HOT SPRINGS – The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association’s (BHPFA) volunteer ambassador program at Wind…
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Hudson-Meng Education and Research Center of Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands will be open for select dates during the summer
For Immediate ReleaseContact: BHPFA, [email protected] Discover the mystery of ancient bison with Black Hills Parks and Forests Association and their partner Nebraska…
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Black Hills Parks & Forests Association’s Youth Art Contest Display to be hosted at local attractions
For Immediate Release Contact: BHPFA, [email protected] Black Hills Parks & Forests Association held their 3rd annual youth art contest for elementary-age students…
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Darrell Red Cloud to erect painted tipis on Agate Fossil Beds National Monument’s birthday.
Release Date: May 27, 2022 AJ Legault, 308-665-4113 [email protected] HARRISON. NE — Darrell Red Cloud, great-great-grandson of the legendary Chief Red Cloud…
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A tale of two fossils: Pine marten remains found in both Wind and Persistence Cave
Research of Persistence Cave pine marten ongoing at The Mammoth Site By Marcus Heerdt/Fall River County Herald-Star WIND CAVE NATIONAL PARK –…
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Wind Cave’s length now more than 160 miles
Wind Cave National Park has achieved a significant milestone, with explorers mapping over 160 miles of its intricate passageways. This advancement narrows…
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Where your pet can and cannot go at Wind Cave National Park
Wind Cave National Park welcomes visitors with pets, provided they adhere to specific guidelines designed to protect both the park’s natural resources…
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Black Hills Parks & Forests Association named “Friend of Science” by South Dakota educators
Black Hills Parks & Forests Association (BHPFA) attended the 30th Annual South Dakota STEM Ed Conference in Huron Feb. 2-5 and was…







