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Big brookies live in the depths of Deerfield Lake

Big brookies live in the depths of Deerfield Lake Two of the biggest brook trout ever caught in the United States were caught at the Black Hills’ own Deerfield Reservoir last winter, according to at least one Web site. Rapid City resident Ryan Rempfer caught a whopping state record 11-pound, 2-ounce brook trout Dec. » read more

Turkey season in South Dakota and Nebraska

Turkey season in South Dakota and Nebraska The Black Hills fall turkey season began Oct. 1 and runs until Jan. » read more

Centennial Trail

Centennial Trail   The Mickelson Trail is one of two great trail systems in the Black Hills. The Hills’ other landmark trail, Centennial Trail, officially opened in 1989, in commemoration of the South Dakota centennial. » read more

Mickelson Trail growing in popularity

Mickelson Trail growing in popularity By: Mike Besso, Lawrence County Journal The Mickelson Trail is growing in popularity and is no longer a “best kept secret” in the Black Hills. “We’re really pushing events on the trail,” said Shannon Percy of the Game, Fish and Parks. “We’re exposing people to the trail through events. » read more

Centennial Trail

Centennial Trail The Mickelson Trail is one of two great trail systems in the Black Hills. The Hills’ other landmark trail, Centennial Trail, officially opened in 1989, in commemoration of the South Dakota centennial. The 111-mile trail spans the length of the Black Hills from Bear Butte State Park in the north to Wind Cave National Park in the South. » read more

Grab your pole!

Grab your pole! It beats working. That’s the conclusion thousands of anglers will reach as they fish the lakes and streams across the Black Hills. Between the wild trout and trout stocked regularly by Game, Fish & Parks, there will be plenty of fish to catch. » read more

Cool trail

Cool trail Admittedly, there are drawbacks to biking the Northern Hills portion of the Mickelson Trail during the second week of October — particularly when it is 50 degrees outside and snow is in the forecast. But for those willing to brave the elements, color will trump every drawback. It starts with the trees. » read more

No lack of wildlife in Black Hills

No lack of wildlife in Black Hills The chance for wildlife sightings is high among the reasons travelers come to the Black Hills, and for residents of the region, it’s a wonderful byproduct of living here. Understanding wildlife makes the Black Hills experience even more pleasurable. The basic tenet that people should remember when encountering wildlife is to respect the animal’s space and study its behavior. » read more