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SUMMARY:Bingo at the Beacon: BHPFA benefit night | Custer
DESCRIPTION:Play ten rounds of bingo at the Custer Beacon while supporting Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. On this date\, 20% of bingo card sales benefit BHPFA as part of the Beacon’s October 21 through December 9 beneficiary cycle. Those proceeds support BHPFA’s education and stewardship work with national parks\, forests and grasslands in the Black Hills and Nebraska. \nCards and prizes\nThis is a cash-only game. Cards cost $1 each\, or $10 for a pack of ten\, one for each round. Daubers are provided. Games include cash prizes\, a local-business gift card round\, and mini and mega progressive jackpots. \nGetting there\nMeet at the Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street in Custer. Bingo begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Mountain. Arrive early to buy cards and find a seat; seating can fill on busy nights. The Beacon’s usual weekly calendar slot is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. \nBHPFA benefit nights\nWednesdays\, October 21 and 28; November 4\, 11\, 18 and 25; and December 2 and 9\, 2026. Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is the beneficiary\, and the Custer Beacon hosts the games. Read the Beacon’s current bingo rules and pricing before attending. Bingo cards are purchased at the venue with cash\, not through an online RSVP.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/bingo-at-the-beacon-bhpfa-benefit-night-custer-6/
LOCATION:Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street\, Custer\, 57730\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nature's Ninja Warriors Homeschool Outdoor Education Program
DESCRIPTION:Kids will train like nature’s greatest ninjas while mastering essential outdoor and naturalist skills! In this hands-on series\, kids build balance\, strength\, and sensory awareness as they learn to move silently through the forest like a fox\, stalk like a bobcat\, and spot the hidden wildlife most people walk right past. Every session brings a new challenge and a new lesson from nature’s own ninjas\, the animals whose stealth and skill keep them alive. \nBeyond the physical challenges\, students build real scientific habits: field journaling\, spatial mapping\, quiet observation at their own “Sit Spots\,” and investigating the survival strategies of Black Hills wildlife. \nWith a balance of structured lessons in real-world biology and naturalist skills\, plus safe\, unstructured time to explore the forest\, your child will gain confidence\, self-discipline\, and a deep\, active relationship with the natural world. \nAges: 5-18 years old \nLocation: A private ranch that is approximately 2 miles south of Custer S.D. \nThe address and directions will be sent with your registration confirmation. \nSchedule: \nFree Meet & Greet: Thursday\, November 5\, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\nFree for all registered families. Tour the property\, meet the instructors\, and get to know each other. \nSessions: Thursdays\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \n\nSession 1: November 12\nSession 2: November 19\nNo class November 26 (Thanksgiving)\nSession 3: December 3\nSession 4: December 10\nSession 5: December 17\n\nPlease send your child with a packed lunch\, water\, and clothing for the weather. \nWhich ticket is right for you? \n\nOne child\, choosing individual sessions: “Session 1-5\, Standard Ticket\,” $15 per session\nOne child\, all five sessions: “Full Series\, 1 Child\,” $60 ($12 per class)\nTwo or more children\, choosing individual sessions: “Session 1-5\, Sibling Rate\,” $12.75 per child\, per session\nTwo or more children\, all five sessions: “Full Series\, Sibling Rate\,” $51 per child\n\nSibling rates (15% off) apply when two or more children from the same family are registered together \nBHPFA members: enter your member discount code at checkout for an additional 15% off. \nPre-registration required. Space is limited to 30 children per session (three groups of 10). All attendees must purchase tickets online and complete the registration form and waiver before attending. We are unable to accept walk-ins or payment at the door. \nPlease purchase your tickets here: \n\n\n \nHaving trouble with the form? Open the ticket form in a new tab. \n\nAfter checkout\, you’ll receive an email with a registration form and a waiver. Both must be completed for each child attending. \n  \nAbout Black Hills Parks and Forests Association \nAs an official non-profit cooperating partner with the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service\, Black Hills Parks and Forests Association supports public lands across our region. From Wind Cave National Park and regional national monuments like Jewel Cave to our local national forests and grasslands. Every store purchase and ticket sale directly helps fund Junior Ranger programs\, visitor education\, wildlife conservation\, and public land stewardship to help us continue “Supporting wonder and exploration through stewardship of YOUR public lands”. \n 
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/natures-ninja-warriors-homeschool-outdoor-education-program-3/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Homeschool Programs
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SUMMARY:Bingo at the Beacon: BHPFA benefit night | Custer
DESCRIPTION:Play ten rounds of bingo at the Custer Beacon while supporting Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. On this date\, 20% of bingo card sales benefit BHPFA as part of the Beacon’s October 21 through December 9 beneficiary cycle. Those proceeds support BHPFA’s education and stewardship work with national parks\, forests and grasslands in the Black Hills and Nebraska. \nCards and prizes\nThis is a cash-only game. Cards cost $1 each\, or $10 for a pack of ten\, one for each round. Daubers are provided. Games include cash prizes\, a local-business gift card round\, and mini and mega progressive jackpots. \nGetting there\nMeet at the Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street in Custer. Bingo begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Mountain. Arrive early to buy cards and find a seat; seating can fill on busy nights. The Beacon’s usual weekly calendar slot is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. \nBHPFA benefit nights\nWednesdays\, October 21 and 28; November 4\, 11\, 18 and 25; and December 2 and 9\, 2026. Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is the beneficiary\, and the Custer Beacon hosts the games. Read the Beacon’s current bingo rules and pricing before attending. Bingo cards are purchased at the venue with cash\, not through an online RSVP.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/bingo-at-the-beacon-bhpfa-benefit-night-custer-5/
LOCATION:Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street\, Custer\, 57730\, United States
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SUMMARY:Natures Clues at Wind Cave NP
DESCRIPTION:Animal tracking and signs at Wind Cave\nLearn to read tracks\, scat\, rubs\, and other wildlife signs in this hands-on workshop with BHPFA Education Specialist Tom Tonkin. \nWorkshop details\n\nSaturday\, November 14\, 2026\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mountain Time.\nMeet at the Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center\, 26611 U.S. Highway 385\, Hot Springs\, South Dakota.\nFor adults and children ages 8 and up.\n$25 per person or $65 for a group of up to four participants. Members receive 15% off with their code at checkout.\n\nWear walking shoes and bring clothing layers for changing fall weather. \nChoose an individual or group ticket below. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available; buying ahead is recommended. \n\n\n \nHaving trouble with the form? Open the ticket form in a new tab. \n\nWhat you will learn\nUse observation and hands-on practice to ask what animal passed through\, how it moved\, and what its signs suggest about its behavior and surroundings. There will be time for questions. \nTom has taught animal tracking and sign interpretation professionally for more than 20 years. His work includes wildlife monitoring and inventories with state and county agencies. \nAbout BHPFA\nBlack Hills Parks & Forests Association is a nonprofit cooperating partner of the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service. Ticket and park-store purchases support education\, visitor programs\, and stewardship at our partner public lands.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/natures-clues-at-wind-cave-np/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Premium Programs (Paid)
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SUMMARY:Nature's Ninja Warriors Homeschool Outdoor Education Program
DESCRIPTION:Kids will train like nature’s greatest ninjas while mastering essential outdoor and naturalist skills! In this hands-on series\, kids build balance\, strength\, and sensory awareness as they learn to move silently through the forest like a fox\, stalk like a bobcat\, and spot the hidden wildlife most people walk right past. Every session brings a new challenge and a new lesson from nature’s own ninjas\, the animals whose stealth and skill keep them alive. \nBeyond the physical challenges\, students build real scientific habits: field journaling\, spatial mapping\, quiet observation at their own “Sit Spots\,” and investigating the survival strategies of Black Hills wildlife. \nWith a balance of structured lessons in real-world biology and naturalist skills\, plus safe\, unstructured time to explore the forest\, your child will gain confidence\, self-discipline\, and a deep\, active relationship with the natural world. \nAges: 5-18 years old \nLocation: A private ranch that is approximately 2 miles south of Custer S.D. \nThe address and directions will be sent with your registration confirmation. \nSchedule: \nFree Meet & Greet: Thursday\, November 5\, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\nFree for all registered families. Tour the property\, meet the instructors\, and get to know each other. \nSessions: Thursdays\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \n\nSession 1: November 12\nSession 2: November 19\nNo class November 26 (Thanksgiving)\nSession 3: December 3\nSession 4: December 10\nSession 5: December 17\n\nPlease send your child with a packed lunch\, water\, and clothing for the weather. \nWhich ticket is right for you? \n\nOne child\, choosing individual sessions: “Session 1-5\, Standard Ticket\,” $15 per session\nOne child\, all five sessions: “Full Series\, 1 Child\,” $60 ($12 per class)\nTwo or more children\, choosing individual sessions: “Session 1-5\, Sibling Rate\,” $12.75 per child\, per session\nTwo or more children\, all five sessions: “Full Series\, Sibling Rate\,” $51 per child\n\nSibling rates (15% off) apply when two or more children from the same family are registered together \nBHPFA members: enter your member discount code at checkout for an additional 15% off. \nPre-registration required. Space is limited to 30 children per session (three groups of 10). All attendees must purchase tickets online and complete the registration form and waiver before attending. We are unable to accept walk-ins or payment at the door. \nPlease purchase your tickets here: \n\n\n \nHaving trouble with the form? Open the ticket form in a new tab. \n\nAfter checkout\, you’ll receive an email with a registration form and a waiver. Both must be completed for each child attending. \n  \nAbout Black Hills Parks and Forests Association \nAs an official non-profit cooperating partner with the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service\, Black Hills Parks and Forests Association supports public lands across our region. From Wind Cave National Park and regional national monuments like Jewel Cave to our local national forests and grasslands. Every store purchase and ticket sale directly helps fund Junior Ranger programs\, visitor education\, wildlife conservation\, and public land stewardship to help us continue “Supporting wonder and exploration through stewardship of YOUR public lands”. \n 
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/natures-ninja-warriors-homeschool-outdoor-education-program-2/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Homeschool Programs
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SUMMARY:Bingo at the Beacon: BHPFA benefit night | Custer
DESCRIPTION:Play ten rounds of bingo at the Custer Beacon while supporting Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. On this date\, 20% of bingo card sales benefit BHPFA as part of the Beacon’s October 21 through December 9 beneficiary cycle. Those proceeds support BHPFA’s education and stewardship work with national parks\, forests and grasslands in the Black Hills and Nebraska. \nCards and prizes\nThis is a cash-only game. Cards cost $1 each\, or $10 for a pack of ten\, one for each round. Daubers are provided. Games include cash prizes\, a local-business gift card round\, and mini and mega progressive jackpots. \nGetting there\nMeet at the Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street in Custer. Bingo begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Mountain. Arrive early to buy cards and find a seat; seating can fill on busy nights. The Beacon’s usual weekly calendar slot is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. \nBHPFA benefit nights\nWednesdays\, October 21 and 28; November 4\, 11\, 18 and 25; and December 2 and 9\, 2026. Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is the beneficiary\, and the Custer Beacon hosts the games. Read the Beacon’s current bingo rules and pricing before attending. Bingo cards are purchased at the venue with cash\, not through an online RSVP.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/bingo-at-the-beacon-bhpfa-benefit-night-custer-4/
LOCATION:Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street\, Custer\, 57730\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T190000
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SUMMARY:Dancing With The Stars
DESCRIPTION:No stage. No judges. Just a sky full of the greatest performers in the universe.\nStep outside after dark for a special evening program where kids and adults can meet the stars that have guided explorers\, sailors\, and storytellers for thousands of years. By the end of the night\, the way you view the night and the night’s sky will be changed forever! \n\nWhat You’ll Experience\n\n\nStargazing & Astronomy: Peer through a high-powered telescope to see distant celestial wonders up close and witness the breathtaking aftermath of a star’s supernova. \n\n\nWilderness Navigation: Learn to locate the North Star and uncover how ancient travelers navigated the wilderness long before GPS. \n\n\nConstellation Spotting: Master how to find and identify the most iconic constellations above the Black Hills. \n\n\nNighttime Wildlife Exploration: Local professional naturalists will teach participants how to use thermal imaging scopes and night vision gear to discover how to spot nocturnal creatures\, the terrestrial stars of the forest. \n\n\nCostumes Encouraged!\nFeel free to join the fun by dressing up as your favorite star\, whether that’s a Hollywood actor\, a fairytale princess\, an astronaut\, or a glowing constellation! \nDate & Time: November 7th from 4:30 till 7pm \nIndividual Ticket: $15 per person \nGroup Pass: $40 (covers up to four)  \nMembers: Use your membership code to receive an additional 15% off your purchase \nIf you prefer to pay with cash you may purchase your tickets at the event. \nPurchase tickets ahead of time here: \n\n\n \nHaving trouble with the form? Open the ticket form in a new tab. \n\nTip for Attendees: Dress in warm layers for the cool mountain night air\, wear sturdy outdoor shoes\, and feel free to bring a camp chair\, blanket\, snacks\, and warm drink! \nAbout Black Hills Parks and Forests Association\nAs an official non-profit cooperating partner with the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service\, Black Hills Parks and Forests Association supports public lands across our region. From Wind Cave National Park and regional national monuments like Jewel Cave to our local national forests and grasslands. Every store purchase and ticket sale directly helps fund Junior Ranger programs\, visitor education\, wildlife conservation\, and public land stewardship to help us continue “Supporting wonder and exploration through stewardship of YOUR public lands”. \nGetting there: \nCircle Z Ranch\n25280 US Highway 385\, Custer\, SD 57730\nGPS: 43.7412919\, -103.6079434 \nFrom the stoplight in Custer at US 385 and US 16 (Mt. Rushmore Road)\, head south on US 385 for 1.7 miles. The Circle Z entrance is on the left. \nOnce you turn in\, cross the Mickelson Trail and follow the “Event” arrow signs along the gravel road to the parking area.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/dancing-with-the-stars/
LOCATION:Circle Z Ranch\, 25280 U.S. 385\, Custer\, SD\, 57730\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Premium Programs (Paid)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261106T183000
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SUMMARY:Field Notes
DESCRIPTION:Field Notes: An Introduction to the Art of Nature Observation\nFriday\, November 6th\nProgram Overview \n Black Hills Parks & Forests Association invites you to join Education Specialist Tom Tonkin for an engaging 1.5-hour introduction to the art of nature observation. Through photos\, videos\, and stories\, you’ll discover how naturalist skills can deepen your understanding of the natural world around us. \nWhat We’ll Explore \n\n\nAnimal tracking and survival techniques explained through real-world examples \n\n\nThe plants and wildlife of the Black Hills and surrounding ecosystems \n\n\nHidden meanings behind animal calls and signs \n\n\nInteractive Q&A where you can test your knowledge and curiosity \n\n\nWhy Attend \nThis class is designed for anyone who loves the outdoors or wants to begin looking at nature in a new way. Whether you are a family\, student\, or lifelong learner\, Field Notes offers fresh perspectives and practical insights into local flora\, fauna\, and helps you gain the skills that help us connect with them. You will also learn what you can do to help protect and care for the public lands around the Black Hills. \nDetails \n\n\nLength: 1.5 hours (6:30pm-8pm) \n\n\nCost:10$ or $30 for a family or group of up to four participants \n\n\nEnter your membership code for an additional 15% discount \n\n\nFormat: Interactive presentation\, personal stories\, visuals\, discussion\, and audience participation \n\n\nAbout the Instructor \n Tom Tonkin is the Education Specialist for Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. With over 30 years of experience teaching naturalist skills\, Tom has worked with Wilderness Awareness School\, Tracks & Trees Learning Center\, and numerous state and county programs. His teaching blends storytelling with practical skill-building to inspire connection to the natural world. \nLocation\nBlack Hills Parks and Forests Association Nature Shop\n833 Mt Rushmore Rd\, Custer SD \nAbout Black Hills Parks & Forests Association\nFounded in 1946\, BHPFA is a nonprofit dedicated to interpretation\, education\, and stewardship in partnership with the National Park Service\, U.S. Forest Service\, and other public land agencies across the Black Hills and Nebraska Panhandle. \nWalk-ins welcome or purchase your ticket ahead. \nFor more information and to purchase tickets\, go to this link: ​ \n\n\n \nHaving trouble with the form? Open the ticket form in a new tab.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/field-notes/
LOCATION:BHPFA Custer Headquarters\, 833 Mt Rushmore Road\, Custer\, SD\, 57730\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Premium Programs (Paid)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261105T120000
DTSTAMP:20261017T162536Z
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SUMMARY:Meet and Greet for Nature's Ninja Warriors Homeschool Outdoor Education Program
DESCRIPTION:Kids will train like nature’s greatest ninjas while mastering essential outdoor and naturalist skills! In this hands-on series\, kids build balance\, strength\, and sensory awareness as they learn to move silently through the forest like a fox\, stalk like a bobcat\, and spot the hidden wildlife most people walk right past. Every session brings a new challenge and a new lesson from nature’s own ninjas\, the animals whose stealth and skill keep them alive. \nBeyond the physical challenges\, students build real scientific habits: field journaling\, spatial mapping\, quiet observation at their own “Sit Spots\,” and investigating the survival strategies of Black Hills wildlife. \nWith a balance of structured lessons in real-world biology and naturalist skills\, plus safe\, unstructured time to explore the forest\, your child will gain confidence\, self-discipline\, and a deep\, active relationship with the natural world. \nAges: 5-18 years old \nLocation: A private ranch that is approximately 2 miles south of Custer S.D. \nThe address and directions will be sent with your registration confirmation. \nSchedule: \nFree Meet & Greet: Thursday\, November 5\, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\nFree for all registered families. Tour the property\, meet the instructors\, and get to know each other. \nSessions: Thursdays\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \n\nSession 1: November 12\nSession 2: November 19\nNo class November 26 (Thanksgiving)\nSession 3: December 3\nSession 4: December 10\nSession 5: December 17\n\nPlease send your child with a packed lunch\, water\, and clothing for the weather. \nWhich ticket is right for you? \n\nOne child\, choosing individual sessions: “Session 1-5\, Standard Ticket\,” $15 per session\nOne child\, all five sessions: “Full Series\, 1 Child\,” $60 ($12 per class)\nTwo or more children\, choosing individual sessions: “Session 1-5\, Sibling Rate\,” $12.75 per child\, per session\nTwo or more children\, all five sessions: “Full Series\, Sibling Rate\,” $51 per child\n\nSibling rates (15% off) apply when two or more children from the same family are registered together \nBHPFA members: enter your member discount code at checkout for an additional 15% off. \nPre-registration required. Space is limited to 30 children per session (three groups of 10). All attendees must purchase tickets online and complete the registration form and waiver before attending. We are unable to accept walk-ins or payment at the door. \nPlease purchase your tickets here: \n\n\n \nHaving trouble with the form? Open the ticket form in a new tab. \n\nAfter checkout\, you’ll receive an email with a registration form and a waiver. Both must be completed for each child attending. \n  \nAbout Black Hills Parks and Forests Association \nAs an official non-profit cooperating partner with the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service\, Black Hills Parks and Forests Association supports public lands across our region. From Wind Cave National Park and regional national monuments like Jewel Cave to our local national forests and grasslands. Every store purchase and ticket sale directly helps fund Junior Ranger programs\, visitor education\, wildlife conservation\, and public land stewardship to help us continue “Supporting wonder and exploration through stewardship of YOUR public lands”. \n 
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/natures-ninja-warriors-homeschool-outdoor-education-program/
LOCATION:SD
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Homeschool Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T183000
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SUMMARY:Bingo at the Beacon: BHPFA benefit night | Custer
DESCRIPTION:Play ten rounds of bingo at the Custer Beacon while supporting Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. On this date\, 20% of bingo card sales benefit BHPFA as part of the Beacon’s October 21 through December 9 beneficiary cycle. Those proceeds support BHPFA’s education and stewardship work with national parks\, forests and grasslands in the Black Hills and Nebraska. \nCards and prizes\nThis is a cash-only game. Cards cost $1 each\, or $10 for a pack of ten\, one for each round. Daubers are provided. Games include cash prizes\, a local-business gift card round\, and mini and mega progressive jackpots. \nGetting there\nMeet at the Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street in Custer. Bingo begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Mountain. Arrive early to buy cards and find a seat; seating can fill on busy nights. The Beacon’s usual weekly calendar slot is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. \nBHPFA benefit nights\nWednesdays\, October 21 and 28; November 4\, 11\, 18 and 25; and December 2 and 9\, 2026. Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is the beneficiary\, and the Custer Beacon hosts the games. Read the Beacon’s current bingo rules and pricing before attending. Bingo cards are purchased at the venue with cash\, not through an online RSVP.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/bingo-at-the-beacon-bhpfa-benefit-night-custer-3/
LOCATION:Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street\, Custer\, 57730\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261028T203000
DTSTAMP:20261014T220328Z
CREATED:20261014T220328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T220328Z
UID:10000223-1793212200-1793219400@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Bingo at the Beacon: BHPFA benefit night | Custer
DESCRIPTION:Play ten rounds of bingo at the Custer Beacon while supporting Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. On this date\, 20% of bingo card sales benefit BHPFA as part of the Beacon’s October 21 through December 9 beneficiary cycle. Those proceeds support BHPFA’s education and stewardship work with national parks\, forests and grasslands in the Black Hills and Nebraska. \nCards and prizes\nThis is a cash-only game. Cards cost $1 each\, or $10 for a pack of ten\, one for each round. Daubers are provided. Games include cash prizes\, a local-business gift card round\, and mini and mega progressive jackpots. \nGetting there\nMeet at the Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street in Custer. Bingo begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Mountain. Arrive early to buy cards and find a seat; seating can fill on busy nights. The Beacon’s usual weekly calendar slot is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. \nBHPFA benefit nights\nWednesdays\, October 21 and 28; November 4\, 11\, 18 and 25; and December 2 and 9\, 2026. Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is the beneficiary\, and the Custer Beacon hosts the games. Read the Beacon’s current bingo rules and pricing before attending. Bingo cards are purchased at the venue with cash\, not through an online RSVP.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/bingo-at-the-beacon-bhpfa-benefit-night-custer-2/
LOCATION:Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street\, Custer\, 57730\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261026T210000
DTSTAMP:20261007T014435Z
CREATED:20261007T011740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T014435Z
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SUMMARY:Film screening: The Invisible Mammal | Matthews Opera House
DESCRIPTION:Spend an evening getting to know the bats that share our night skies! \nJoin us for a free Bat Week screening of The Invisible Mammal\, a feature-length documentary following women scientists working to understand and protect bats. \nWhite-nose syndrome is threatening bat populations across North America\, including here in the Black Hills. The film offers a closer look at these remarkable animals and the people working on their behalf. \nPresented in partnership with Matthews Opera House\, Black Hills National Forest\, and Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. \nMatthews Opera House Theatre\, 614 Main Street\, Spearfish\, SD 57783. \nMore information from Matthews Opera House.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/film-screening-the-invisible-mammal-matthews-opera-house/
LOCATION:Matthews Opera House Theatre\, 614 Main Street\, Spearfish\, SD\, 57783\, 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:20261021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261021T203000
DTSTAMP:20261014T220328Z
CREATED:20261014T220328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T220328Z
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SUMMARY:Bingo at the Beacon: BHPFA benefit night | Custer
DESCRIPTION:Play ten rounds of bingo at the Custer Beacon while supporting Black Hills Parks & Forests Association. On this date\, 20% of bingo card sales benefit BHPFA as part of the Beacon’s October 21 through December 9 beneficiary cycle. Those proceeds support BHPFA’s education and stewardship work with national parks\, forests and grasslands in the Black Hills and Nebraska. \nCards and prizes\nThis is a cash-only game. Cards cost $1 each\, or $10 for a pack of ten\, one for each round. Daubers are provided. Games include cash prizes\, a local-business gift card round\, and mini and mega progressive jackpots. \nGetting there\nMeet at the Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street in Custer. Bingo begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Mountain. Arrive early to buy cards and find a seat; seating can fill on busy nights. The Beacon’s usual weekly calendar slot is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. \nBHPFA benefit nights\nWednesdays\, October 21 and 28; November 4\, 11\, 18 and 25; and December 2 and 9\, 2026. Black Hills Parks & Forests Association is the beneficiary\, and the Custer Beacon hosts the games. Read the Beacon’s current bingo rules and pricing before attending. Bingo cards are purchased at the venue with cash\, not through an online RSVP.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/bingo-at-the-beacon-bhpfa-benefit-night-custer/
LOCATION:Custer Beacon\, 351 Washington Street\, Custer\, 57730\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261010T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201735Z
CREATED:20260825T201735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201735Z
UID:10000216-1791658800-1791663300@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-12/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201734Z
CREATED:20260825T201734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201734Z
UID:10000215-1791399600-1791404100@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-11/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261005T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201733Z
CREATED:20260825T201733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201733Z
UID:10000214-1791226800-1791231300@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-10/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261003T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201732Z
CREATED:20260825T201732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201732Z
UID:10000213-1791054000-1791058500@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-9/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260930T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201731Z
CREATED:20260825T201731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201731Z
UID:10000212-1790794800-1790799300@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-8/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260928T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201730Z
CREATED:20260825T201730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201730Z
UID:10000211-1790622000-1790626500@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-7/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260722T221457Z
CREATED:20260722T221457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T221457Z
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SUMMARY:Night Sky Program with Telescope Viewing | Wind Cave National Park
DESCRIPTION:Wind Cave National Park protects two very different worlds: the open prairie above and the intricate cave below. On clear nights a third world blankets both\, the brilliant night sky over the southern Black Hills. \nJoin a park ranger who ties the majesty of the night sky to the story of the park\, pointing out and explaining constellations and features through a high-power telescope provided by the Black Hills Parks and Forests Association. \nGetting there: Programs are held at the first Highway 87 vehicle pull-off north from the Highway 385 junction (GPS 43.5739\, -103.4876). Dress for the weather and bring a chair if you like. \nGood to know: Free and open to all ages. Weather-dependent\, and cancelled if skies are cloudy or conditions are poor. Remaining 2026 dates: July 25 (9:00 to 10:00 p.m.)\, August 29 (8:30 to 9:30 p.m.)\, and September 26 (8:30 to 9:30 p.m.).
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/night-sky-program-with-telescope-viewing-wind-cave-national-park-3/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Wind Cave National Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260921T194353Z
CREATED:20260727T200218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T194353Z
UID:10000122-1790449200-1790456400@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Moon Walk: Forest Insects
DESCRIPTION:We usually hear about forest insects only when they cause trouble\, but just 1 to 3 percent of known insect species are considered pests. Join USFS entomologist Megan Wilson for an autumn hike from the Willow Creek Trailhead to meet the beneficial and genuinely fascinating insects that call the Black Hills home\, from fuzzy bumblebees to caddisflies\, the underwater architects of mountain streams. \nGood to know: This hike takes place just over the border on the Hell Canyon Ranger District. \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.\nAugust 29: Meeker Ranch history. Meeker Cabin and Historic Area near Custer.\nSeptember 26: Forest insects. Willow Creek Trailhead near Hill City. This is the walk described above.\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-forest-insects/
LOCATION:Willow Creek Trailhead\, Willow Creek Horse Camp\, off Hwy 244\, Hill City\, SD\, 57745\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs,Black Hills National Forest – Southern Hills
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201729Z
CREATED:20260825T201729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201729Z
UID:10000210-1790449200-1790453700@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-6/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260921T193230Z
CREATED:20260825T222022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T193230Z
UID:10000218-1790431200-1790436600@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:The Secret Life of Mammals: National Public Lands Day | BHPFA Custer Headquarters
DESCRIPTION:Help celebrate National Public Lands Day at our headquarters and Nature Shop in downtown Custer. \nCoyote howls\, yips\, and barks: they are actually saying something. And that is just the start. Pronghorn can run 55 mph with more stamina than any other animal alive. They picked up that speed running from an American cheetah that went extinct thousands of years ago\, and never lost it. A mountain lion can clear the length of a school bus in one jump. \nJoin us for a 90-minute look into the hidden lives of the mammals sharing the Black Hills and other parts of North America with us. Education Specialist Tom Tonkin walks through what these animals are actually doing out there\, backed by slides and video\, and you will leave with a few stories you did not have before. \nWhether you grew up here or you are visiting for the first time\, The Secret Life of Mammals will leave you looking at the wildlife around you a little differently. \n$10 per person. BHPFA members save 15% at checkout.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/the-secret-life-of-mammals-national-public-lands-day-bhpfa-custer-headquarters/
LOCATION:BHPFA Custer Headquarters\, 833 Mt Rushmore Road\, Custer\, SD\, 57730\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Premium Programs (Paid)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260923T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201728Z
CREATED:20260825T201728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201728Z
UID:10000209-1790190000-1790194500@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-5/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260921T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201727Z
CREATED:20260825T201727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201727Z
UID:10000208-1790017200-1790021700@blackhillsparks.org
SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-4/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260919T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201726Z
CREATED:20260825T201726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201726Z
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SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-3/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T224020Z
CREATED:20260612T224020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T224020Z
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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:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T202628Z
CREATED:20260825T201846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T202628Z
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SUMMARY:Survival Skills for Teens | Custer
DESCRIPTION:Ages 10 to 18. Pre-register for this hands-on outdoor workshop with BHPFA naturalists\, designed to introduce skills that can make a real difference when the unexpected happens. \nThe class covers basic shelter building\, fundamental fire-starting\, locating and purifying water\, and basic navigation. It runs from 9 a.m. to noon at an outdoor location in the Custer area. The exact meeting spot is provided after you register. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. A transportation option is available for up to 10 participants. \nPresented by the Custer County Library and the Black Hills Parks and Forests Association. Free. \nRegistration is required:  https://custer-main-sd.whofi.com/calendar/event/5661808/
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/survival-skills-class-custer/
LOCATION:Custer County Library\, 447 Crook St\, Custer\, SD\, 57730\, United States
CATEGORIES:BHPFA Co-Branded / Partner-Hosted Free Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260916T142458Z
CREATED:20260916T142456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T142458Z
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SUMMARY:Music Inspired by Our National Parks | Jewel Cave NM
DESCRIPTION:Hear national park landscapes come alive through guitar and sound at Jewel Cave National Monument. \nMusician and composer David Boye performs original instrumental guitar music built around recordings of natural sounds he gathered while traveling through parks across the United States. Music Inspired by Our National Parks brings those compositions and wilderness recordings together to evoke the spirit of the American West. \nBoye has served as an Artist-in-Residence at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and North Cascades National Park. Jewel Cave National Monument is about 13 miles west of Custer on U.S. Highway 16. For current visitor information\, call 605-673-8300 or visit nps.gov/jeca.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/music-inspired-by-our-national-parks-jewel-cave-nm/
LOCATION:Jewel Cave National Monument\, 11149 US Highway 16\, Building B12\, Custer\, SD\, 57730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jewel Cave National Monument
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260916T201500
DTSTAMP:20260825T201725Z
CREATED:20260825T201725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T201725Z
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SUMMARY:Elk Bugling | Wind Cave
DESCRIPTION:Join park rangers at Wind Cave National Park for one of autumn’s most thrilling wildlife experiences. Bull elk bugle across the mixed-grass prairie and ponderosa pine forests as the fall rut begins\, their eerie calls echoing through the hills at dusk. \nMeeting point: Wind Cave Visitor Center at 7:00 p.m. Rangers lead a caravan to a listening location selected for the best chances of hearing and seeing elk activity. Programs run approximately 75 minutes. \nAbout the elk bugling programs\nWind Cave National Park’s elk bugling programs run every Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday evening from mid-September through early October. The programs are free\, family-friendly\, and require no registration. Dress warmly in layers. Autumn evenings in the Black Hills can drop into the 40s. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nWind Cave National Park is home to one of the largest natural herds of elk in the region. The fall rut\, when bull elk compete for mates with dramatic bugling calls\, is one of the park’s premier wildlife-watching opportunities.
URL:https://blackhillsparks.org/bhpfa-event/elk-bugling-wind-cave-2/
LOCATION:Wind Cave National Park\, 26611 U.S. Hwy 385\, Hot Springs\, SD\, 57747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wind Cave National Park
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