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SUMMARY:The Sunken City | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Beneath Pactola Reservoir lies a town that disappeared underwater. The Sunken City tells the story of Pactola\, the community that was flooded when the reservoir was built\, and how that change rippled through life in the Rapid City area. \nDrop in from 10 a.m. to noon\, learn with a Forest Service presenter\, and build a small boat to launch and watch float. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/the-sunken-city-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260905T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T171436Z
CREATED:20260723T171436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T171436Z
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SUMMARY:The Unwanted Guests: When Nature Goes Rogue | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Some guests overstay their welcome. The Unwanted Guests: When Nature Goes Rogue explores invasive species in the Black Hills: what makes a plant invasive\, how to recognize one\, and how you can help the ecosystem when you spot them. \nThe program runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Check the Forest Service and association channels for any weather updates before you go. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/the-unwanted-guests-when-nature-goes-rogue-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T224019Z
CREATED:20260612T224019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224019Z
UID:10000153-1787317200-1787324400@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Respect the Woods\, Protect the Wild | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Love the Black Hills? Learn how to leave them better than you found them. Respect the Woods\, Protect the Wild covers Leave No Trace principles\, the local ecosystem\, the Junior Ranger program\, and practical tips and tricks for visiting your national forest responsibly. \nJoin in from 1 to 3 p.m. with a Forest Service presenter. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/respect-the-woods-protect-the-wild-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260809T140000
DTSTAMP:20260723T203521Z
CREATED:20260723T203521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T203521Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Birthday\, Smokey Bear! | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:It’s Smokey Bear’s actual birthday. Smokey turns 82 on August 9\, and the Pactola Visitor Center party continues for a second day. Join the celebration of the Forest Service’s most famous bear and the wildfire-prevention message he has carried for generations. \nThis is a come and go event. On Sunday\, stop by from 10 a.m.\, with the celebration wrapping up in the early afternoon (the visitor center pauses for lunch from noon to 1 p.m.). Spin the wheel for Smokey-themed trivia and prizes\, try the corn hole boards and lawn games\, and watch Pactola Visitor Center staff demonstrate how forest fires behave\, using matches in a safe\, controlled setting only. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/happy-birthday-smokey-bear-black-hills-nf-2/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260723T203512Z
CREATED:20260723T203512Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Birthday\, Smokey Bear! | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Smokey Bear turns 82 on August 9\, and the Pactola Visitor Center is throwing him a party all weekend. Join the celebration of the Forest Service’s most famous bear and the wildfire-prevention message he has carried for generations. The party runs both Saturday\, August 8 and Sunday\, August 9\, which is Smokey’s actual birthday. \nThis is a come and go event. On Saturday\, stop by from 10 a.m. to noon or from 1 to 3 p.m. (the visitor center pauses for lunch from noon to 1 p.m.). Spin the wheel for Smokey-themed trivia and prizes\, try the corn hole boards and lawn games\, and watch Pactola Visitor Center staff demonstrate how forest fires behave\, using matches in a safe\, controlled setting only. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/happy-birthday-smokey-bear-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T224017Z
CREATED:20260612T224017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224017Z
UID:10000151-1785578400-1785600000@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Plants | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:From the forest floor up\, plants keep the Black Hills alive. This program looks at how plants make their own food through photosynthesis and cellular respiration\, why they matter to human survival and the local economy\, and how they form the foundation of the whole ecosystem. \nStop by during either session\, from 10 a.m. to noon or from 1 to 4 p.m. Plant a seedling in an egg carton\, learn how to care for it\, and take it home with you. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/plants-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260727T200216Z
CREATED:20260727T200216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T200216Z
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SUMMARY:Moon Walk: Bat Biology (Let's Turn On the Dark)
DESCRIPTION:Meet the night shift. Join Wildlife Biologist Amy Hammesfahr at the Little Elk Creek Trail for a guided hike into the world of bats. You’ll learn what makes these mammals such important members of the Black Hills ecosystem\, how they navigate and feed after dark\, and the adaptations that let them thrive at night. \nGood to know: This walk follows a rocky drainage and often crosses uneven terrain. Sturdy shoes or boots are strongly recommended. \n2026 Moon Walk schedule\nThe Black Hills National Forest runs four Moon Walks in 2026. Every walk is on a Saturday\, starts at 7:00 p.m.\, and is free to attend with no registration. \n\nJune 27: Cone collection and reforestation. Reuter Trailhead near Sundance\, Wyoming.\nJuly 25: Bat biology\, Let’s Turn On the Dark. Little Elk Creek Trailhead near Piedmont. This is the walk described above.\nAugust 29: Meeker Ranch history. Meeker Cabin and Historic Area near Custer.\nSeptember 26: Forest insects. Willow Creek Trailhead near Hill City.\n\nAbout Moon Walks\nMoon Walks are free\, family-friendly guided hikes held on Saturday nights near the full moon\, June through September. Each evening begins at 7:00 p.m. with a short introduction\, then a guided hike of about a mile with stops along the way\, running roughly two hours. Dress in layers\, wear closed-toe shoes or boots (no sandals)\, and bring a light jacket for the cool night air. Some routes may be difficult for those with mobility concerns and are not accessible for wheelchairs or strollers. \nWalks happen rain or shine and are canceled only for lightning\, high fire danger\, or severe weather. Advance cancellations are posted on the Black Hills National Forest website and Facebook page\, so check before heading out if the weather looks uncertain. \nThe Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is a proud nonprofit partner of the U.S. Forest Service and supports the Moon Walk program through funding and staffing. Look for the 2026 Black Hills Moon Walk collector’s pin\, available for $5 at each walk (cash\, sold only on the trail). Pin sales support interpretive and educational programs across the Black Hills National Forest. \nWant a keepsake from the season? The 2026 Black Hills Moon Walk Collector’s Pin is sold at each walk for $5 and is also available online. Proceeds support education and stewardship on the Black Hills National Forest.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/moon-walk-bat-biology-lets-turn-on-the-dark/
LOCATION:Little Elk Creek Trailhead\, Piedmont\, SD\, 57769\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260718T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260718T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T231114Z
CREATED:20260602T231114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T231114Z
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SUMMARY:Songbird of the Black Hills: Reuter Campground
DESCRIPTION:Head to the quiet Wyoming corner of the Black Hills for a campfire sing-along in the Bear Lodge Mountains. Sally Svenson\, the Songbird of the Black Hills\, plays her original songs and shares the stories behind them at Reuter Campground. Music starts at 7:30 p.m. \nGetting there: Reuter Campground is near Sundance\, Wyoming\, off Warren Peak Road\, in the Bearlodge Ranger District. \nAbout the Songbird campfire sing-alongs\nThe Songbird of the Black Hills is Sally Svenson\, a local singer-songwriter whose original music grows out of her love for this region. At each campfire sing-along she shares the Black Hills stories behind her songs\, with familiar tunes mixed in so everyone can join. Bring a camp chair or a blanket\, and dress for cool mountain air after sunset. These are free\, all-ages outdoor programs; check the forecast before you head out. \nEach campfire sing-along is sponsored by the Black Hills Parks and Forests Association\, a cooperative partner of the Forest\, with the Black Hills National Forest Recreation Program.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/songbird-of-the-black-hills-reuter-campground/
LOCATION:Reuter Campground\, Sundance\, WY\, 82729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills,USFS Partner Programs (BHPFA-funded)
GEO:44.4261115;-104.4230554
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T224016Z
CREATED:20260612T224016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224016Z
UID:10000150-1784379600-1784390400@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:The Wild Side of the Black Hills | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Meet the animals that call the Black Hills home. The Wild Side of the Black Hills introduces the many animals of the region and the roles each one plays in keeping the ecosystem healthy. \nDrop in between 1 and 4 p.m.\, learn with a Forest Service presenter\, and make a plaster footprint of a native Black Hills animal to take home. The footprint takes about an hour to set and dry. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/the-wild-side-of-the-black-hills-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T224015Z
CREATED:20260612T224015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224015Z
UID:10000149-1783159200-1783180800@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Nature's Fireworks | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Fourth of July with the Black Hills’ own fireworks: birds. Nature’s Fireworks explores the roles birds play in a healthy forest\, from pollinating plants to helping control disease\, and why they are as essential as they are beautiful. \nStop by during either session\, from 10 a.m. to noon or from 1 to 4 p.m.\, to learn with a Forest Service presenter and make a paper bald eagle to take home. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/natures-fireworks-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260727T200214Z
CREATED:20260727T200214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T200214Z
UID:10000119-1782586800-1782594000@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Moon Walk: Cone Collection & Reforestation
DESCRIPTION:Join Black Hills National Forest staff for an evening hike along the Reuter Springs Trail to see how the Forest grows its next generation of trees. Forestry Technician Jed Burgers will walk you through the tools and techniques used to collect cones from native ponderosa pine and explain how those seeds become the seedlings that replant the Forest. Expect hands-on demonstrations and plenty of time for questions. \nGetting there: The walk starts at the Reuter Trailhead before heading up the Reuter Springs Trail. From Sundance\, Wyoming\, take US Highway 14 about two miles to Warren Peak Road\, turn right\, and drive about three miles. The Reuter Trailhead is on the left. \n2026 Moon Walk schedule\nThe Black Hills National Forest runs four Moon Walks in 2026. Every walk is on a Saturday\, starts at 7:00 p.m.\, and is free to attend with no registration. \n\nJune 27: Cone collection and reforestation. Reuter Trailhead near Sundance\, Wyoming. This is the walk described above.\nJuly 25: Bat biology\, Let’s Turn On the Dark. Little Elk Creek Trailhead near Piedmont.\nAugust 29: Meeker Ranch history. Meeker Cabin and Historic Area near Custer.\nSeptember 26: Forest insects. Willow Creek Trailhead near Hill City.\n\nAbout Moon Walks\nMoon Walks are free\, family-friendly guided hikes held on Saturday nights near the full moon\, June through September. Each evening begins at 7:00 p.m. with a short introduction\, then a guided hike of about a mile with stops along the way\, running roughly two hours. Dress in layers\, wear closed-toe shoes or boots (no sandals)\, and bring a light jacket for the cool night air. Some routes may be difficult for those with mobility concerns and are not accessible for wheelchairs or strollers. \nWalks happen rain or shine and are canceled only for lightning\, high fire danger\, or severe weather. Advance cancellations are posted on the Black Hills National Forest website and Facebook page\, so check before heading out if the weather looks uncertain. \nThe Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is a proud nonprofit partner of the U.S. Forest Service and supports the Moon Walk program through funding and staffing. Look for the 2026 Black Hills Moon Walk collector’s pin\, available for $5 at each walk (cash\, sold only on the trail). Pin sales support interpretive and educational programs across the Black Hills National Forest. \nWant a keepsake from the season? The 2026 Black Hills Moon Walk Collector’s Pin is sold at each walk for $5 and is also available online. Proceeds support education and stewardship on the Black Hills National Forest.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/moon-walk-cone-collection-reforestation/
LOCATION:Reuter Trailhead\, Warren Peak Road (NFSR 838)\, Sundance\, WY\, 82729\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T224014Z
CREATED:20260612T224014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224014Z
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SUMMARY:Digging the Past\, Shaping the Future | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:The rock under your feet has a story millions of years in the making. Digging the Past\, Shaping the Future looks at how the geology of the Black Hills formed\, how it still shapes our lives today\, and how we put it to use every day. \nDrop in between 1 and 4 p.m.\, talk with a Forest Service presenter\, and make your own fossil print to take home. The activity takes about 30 minutes to an hour. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/digging-the-past-shaping-the-future-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260620T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T231112Z
CREATED:20260602T231112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T231112Z
UID:10000130-1781983800-1781989200@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Songbird of the Black Hills: Pactola Campground
DESCRIPTION:Spend a June evening singing by the water at Pactola\, the largest reservoir in the Black Hills. Sally Svenson\, the Songbird of the Black Hills\, brings her guitar to Pactola Campground (Loop B) for a campfire sing-along of original songs and the Black Hills stories behind them. Music starts at 7:30 p.m. \nGetting there: Pactola Campground sits on Pactola Reservoir along Highway 385\, between Rapid City and Hill City\, in the Mystic Ranger District. \nAbout the Songbird campfire sing-alongs\nThe Songbird of the Black Hills is Sally Svenson\, a local singer-songwriter whose original music grows out of her love for this region. At each campfire sing-along she shares the Black Hills stories behind her songs\, with familiar tunes mixed in so everyone can join. Bring a camp chair or a blanket\, and dress for cool mountain air after sunset. These are free\, all-ages outdoor programs; check the forecast before you head out. \nEach campfire sing-along is sponsored by the Black Hills Parks and Forests Association\, a cooperative partner of the Forest\, with the Black Hills National Forest Recreation Program.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/songbird-of-the-black-hills-pactola-campground/
LOCATION:Pactola Campground\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills,USFS Partner Programs (BHPFA-funded)
GEO:44.0673996;-103.505468
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T224012Z
CREATED:20260612T224012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224012Z
UID:10000147-1781355600-1781366400@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:A World Below Us | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Step into the hidden world beneath the Black Hills. A World Below Us is a family-friendly afternoon all about caves: how groundwater shapes them\, what they record of the earth’s history\, why they are havens for unusual life\, and the local caves of the Black Hills region. \nDrop in any time between 1 and 4 p.m. to explore the displays\, talk with a Forest Service presenter\, and make your own cave art to take home. \nGetting there: the Pactola Visitor Center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. \nAbout the Pactola Visitor Center summer programs: The Black Hills National Forest hosts free\, family-friendly programs at the Pactola Visitor Center through the summer and early fall. Each session pairs a short hands-on activity with a Forest Service presenter\, and all ages are welcome. No registration is required. The visitor center sits above Pactola Reservoir on US Highway 385\, about 15 miles west of Rapid City. Programs are free\, and schedules can shift with weather\, so check ahead before you drive out. The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is glad to help share these Forest Service programs.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/a-world-below-us-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Pactola Visitor Center\, Pactola Reservoir\, US Highway 385\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250927T110000
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SUMMARY:Friends in Nature- Forest Exploration Program | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Join Black Hills National Forest and BHPFA for a series of nature programs! Programs could involve hiking up to 2 miles on uneven terrain. Please come prepared with layers\, closed-toed hiking shoes or boots\, sun protection\, water & snacks. \nSeptember 27\, Public Lands Day 9 am -11 am Northern Hills District\, Friendship Tower \nLet’s celebrate friendship on National Public Lands Day! The Friendship Tower is a symbol of Seth Bullock and Theodore Roosevelt’s relationship and the lasting impact it had on Black Hills National Forest. Taking inspiration from Bullock and Roosevelt we will explore symbiotic relationships in nature—how different species coexist and support one another to thrive in the Black Hills.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/friends-in-nature-forest-exploration-program-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250823T110000
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SUMMARY:Fire on the Landscape - Forest Exploration Program | Black Hills NF
DESCRIPTION:Join Black Hills National Forest and the Black Hills Parks & Forests Association for a guided hike starting at Buzzards Roost Trailhead on State Highway 44\, west of Rapid City . This free program happens Saturday\, August 23\, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. \nWe’ll explore how wildfire shapes the land. Past and present. Destructive and renewing. Fire is a force that changes forests\, meadows\, and the wildlife that live there. \nYour guide will share the history of fire in the Black Hills. We’ll talk about its role in keeping ecosystems healthy. You’ll learn how plants and animals adapt to\, and even depend on\, fire. \nWe’ll hike up to 2 miles on uneven terrain. Along the way\, we’ll pause to look at signs of past burns. We’ll see how plants grow back. We’ll discuss how prescribed fire is used today to improve habitat and reduce the risk of large wildfires. \nFire opens the forest floor to sunlight. It creates space for new plants to grow. It returns nutrients to the soil. It makes food and shelter for birds\, insects\, and mammals. \nPlease come prepared for changing weather. Wear layers. Closed-toed hiking shoes or boots are required. Bring sun protection\, water\, and snacks. \nThis program is great for nature lovers\, families\, and anyone curious about the natural processes that shape the Black Hills. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of fire’s role in this landscape—and a new way of seeing the forest.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/fire-on-the-landscape-forest-exploration-program-black-hills-nf/
LOCATION:Buzzard’s Roost Trailhead\, SD-44\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57702\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Northern Hills
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