The $105,000 Shortfall: How the 43-Day Shutdown Crippled Park Support
The 43-day federal government shutdown created significant financial fallout for Black Hills Parks and[...]
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Local Teens Dive into Real-World Science at Wind Cave National Park
Hands-on summer program with BHPFA, Sturgis Library, and Wind Cave connects youth to conservation[...]
2025 Moon Walk Season Continues with Black Hills National Forest
This post covers the 2025 Moon Walk season, so the dates in it have passed. The 2026 Black Hills Moon Walks continue Saturday, August 29 (Meeker Ranch history, near Custer) and Saturday, September 26 (forest insects, near Hill City). Both are free, all ages, and start at 7:00 p.m.
New life to Pinnacles Dispersed Camping Area
Volunteers Bring New Life to Pinnacles Dispersed Camping Twelve new campsites • 1,000[...]
Empowering Women & Developing Leaders
Creating Spaces for Empowerment Through Outdoor Stewardship A collaborative project with BHPFA, Wilderness Volunteers,[...]
Womens Outdoor Film Tour
Get inspired by the Women's Adventure Film Tour! Celebrate the amazing gals in your life[...]
Become a South Dakota Volunteer Naturalist
Give back to nature and your community: Become a South Dakota Volunteer Naturalist The South[...]
Winter Solstice Hike for Women and Girls
Celebrate Winter Solstice with a sunrise hike! Welcome winter by hiking in Wind Cave[...]
Map & Compass Navigation Course for Women and Girls – Oct 20 & 27, 2024
Empower Yourself with Outdoor Skills: Map and Compass Navigation Course for Women and Girls Are[...]
The 2024 Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup: An Unforgettable Journey into America’s Wild Heart
The 2024 Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup: An Unforgettable Journey into America’s Wild Heart[...]
Astrophotography 101 Seminar: Capture the Cosmos at Agate Fossil Beds
Astrophotography 101 Seminar: Capture the Cosmos at Agate Fossil Beds Date: September 7, 2024 Time:[...]
Night Skies Program: Darkness is Important to Birds of Prey at Agate Fossil Beds
Why Darkness is Important to Birds of Prey -- Learn More at Agate Fossil[...]
Junior Caver Day Saturday July 27, 2024 at Jewel Cave!
Junior Ranger is so mainstream. I prefer Junior Caver. You might not have heard[...]
BHPFA Partner Wins Award for National Park Accessibility
Celebrating Agate Fossil Beds Lead Ranger Tera Lynn Gray’s National Park Accessibility Leadership Award We're[...]
New NSHSF Grant Continues Junior Ranger Program at Scotts Bluff
We are thrilled to announce Black Hills Parks and Forests Association was awarded a $1,500[...]
2024 Moon Walks at Black Hills National Forest: Embrace the Night!
This post covers the 2024 Moon Walk season, so the dates in it have passed. The 2026 Black Hills Moon Walks continue Saturday, August 29 (Meeker Ranch history, near Custer) and Saturday, September 26 (forest insects, near Hill City). Both are free, all ages, and start at 7:00 p.m.
Summer Living History Internship at Scotts Bluff!
Bring History to Life This Summer: Apply for the Living History Internship at Scotts[...]
Jewel Cave receives Open OutDoors for Kids grant
CUSTER, SD – Jewel Cave National Monument has received an Open OutDoors for Kids (OOK)[...]
Black Hills Parks & Forests Association announces new community partnership with SheJumps
For Immediate Release Contact: BHPFA, [email protected] Hot Springs, SD—Black Hills Parks and Forests Association (BHPFA) is[...]
