Something that I have always loved about the Rapid City area is the rich history here. I am constantly amazed by how many big moments for our state, and even country happened within 100 miles of where I live. The most...
Brace yourself, baby season is upon us. But, probably not the babies you’re thinking of. Picture playful baby black bears, fuzzy baby burros and clumsy baby bison. Springtime in South Dakota brings a lot of cute fur...
From movies rearranging the layout of the Black Hills to jokes that have been taken too seriously, people have some funny and unrealistic ideas of what to expect when they visit Mount Rushmore.
When you think of South Dakota your mind probably jumps to one of three things; Mount Rushmore, the Black Hills, or the Sturgis Bike Rally. Unless you know nothing about the state (it’s below North Dakota) then your mind...
After 25 magnificent years of living in the great state of South Dakota, I left for a small condo in some of the highest peaks of the Rocky Mountains. While my views here are pretty fabulous and I’ve never found better...
Downtown Rapid City: cultural hub, amazing foodie scene and video game central. That’s right; Downtown Rapid City is home to a barcade that brings you...
When it comes to preparing for a new season, you might not realize how much work and planning some of our seasonal attractions actually have to do. I certainly didn’t. We were offered to come out and see the behind the...
Snow crunching under your feet, blue skies above your head and air so fresh you're taking deep breathes on purpose. Winter provides a still and silent beauty to the Black Hills that makes outdoor activities truly magical...
Oh Rapid City, how misunderstood you are! I could fill an entire year-worth of blogs with the myths and tales I have heard about my beloved city, some of which are too absurd to mention! But if someone has never visited...
A walk through time at The Journey Museum and Learning Center starts off in a black room with twinkling lights, better known as the Star Room. I instantly relive my childhood trips to the museum when I enter this room, it...
My name is Sarah… and I’m a shopaholic. Shopping is my cardio, and my Fitbit has the steps recorded to prove it! Though I’m usually shopping for gifts for others, sometimes I am on the hunt for something for myself. On...
Ever wonder what might be the most common questions asked from visitors? Well even if you weren’t you should still read this blog because I answer the most frequently asked visitor questions from 2018.
When it comes to holiday cheer, Rapid City could basically be called Who-ville. From a parade, to ice skating to a winter market, Rapid City has this magical ability to celebrate the season for weeks, not just a couple of...
The hardest part about writing this was narrowing it down so I didn’t end up with a 15 page blog. There are so many unique events that happen in Rapid City and the Black Hills that are worth mentioning. Luckily, I was...
