Southeast Region2012-2013 South Dakota Vacation Guide

Outdoor Recreation

Rural Heritage

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SoutheaSt regionSoutheast South Dakota is where it all began.

Yankton was the first territorial capital of the

Dakotas. Every landmark has a story to tell, from

the quartzite cliffs of Palisades State Park to the

falls of the Big Sioux River to the picturesque

bluffs of the “Wild and Scenic” Missouri National

Recreational River. Peaceful scenes of canoes on

a lazy river to shady campsites and woodland

trails will greet you. The region is an outdoor play-

ground your whole family will enjoy. Threshing

bees to colorful ethnic festivals capture the spirit

of the people. Lewis & Clark’s journals tell of

their exploration of this region with new adventure

at every turn. Make your own adventure in

Southeast South Dakota.

Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association1101 Broadway, Suite 113

Yankton, South Dakota 570781-888-353-7382

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Simply South DakotaOutdoor PleasuresWith more than 175 natural

and man-made lakes and threemajor rivers gracing SoutheastSouth Dakota, every day can bea new adventure. You’ll findpublic and private recreationalfacilities that range from fullyoutfit ted, up-scale recreationalcomplexes to the rustic charmof a primitive hideaway resort.South Dakota State Parks alsooffer organized activities forchildren as well as guided hikesfor all ages.The Mighty Missouri River

and surrounding area serves notonly as a historical and culturalcenterpiece of the region, butalso as an outdoor recreationmecca. Part of the “Wild andScenic River” system, 98 milesof the Missouri has been desig-nated as The Missouri NationalRecreational River. Here you’ll

discover opportunities forcanoeing, kayaking, boating,fishing, hunting, camping andmuch more. Surrounded bypicturesque bluffs, rolling hillsand wooded wildlife areas alongthe river’s banks, the MightyMo is also the major NorthAmerican migratory waterfowlflyway, making it a favoritedestination for bird lovers.The Southeast South DakotaBirding Trail map, available onthe Birdwatching page atwww.southeastsouthdakota.comprovides information about whatbirds to look for and the bestspots to find them.Lewis & Clark Recreation

Area, west of Yankton, is one ofSouth Dakota’s top attractions.It is a full service facilitycomplete with campgrounds,marina, resort, restaurant andmuch more.

You’ll find many excellent pri-vate, state and federal areasalong the scenic bluffs andamong the wildlife-rich wood-lands of the Missouri River. Cityand county parks also offeradditional treasures. Each has its

own special features. Falls Park, in Sioux Falls, has

a 5-story observation towerfrom which you can observe themajestic falls of the Big SiouxRiver as well as the city skyline.Six viewing areas, walkways and

Palisades State Park, Garretson

Falls Park in Sioux Falls

picnic areas, as well as arestaurant and an Arts Centerhoused in historic buildings,make Falls Park a must see. Palisades State Park, located

nearby at Garretson, offers morethan one way to experience itsunique beauty. Several trailstwist and turn through Siouxquartzite formations along scenicSplit Rock Creek. The moreadventurous outdoorsman canmake the climb to the top oftowering quartzite spires.The avid golfer will find top

rated courses in Sioux Falls andother communities, such as thecourse at Springfield perchedatop bluffs overlooking theMissouri River that offersbreathtaking scenic vistas. For winter fun, Great Bear

Recreation Area at Sioux Fallsoffers downhill skiing and tubing.In summer, you can explore theirextensive system of nature trails.

Attractions, Festivals and Events Nearly every town in

Southeast South Dakota offers amuseum or collection of interest.Attractions such as the GreatPlains Zoo in Sioux Falls andHeartland Country Corn Maze inHarrisburg promise fun for allages. Children can make music,build, climb, dance and discovertheir inner artist at the newChildren’s Museum in Brookings.Explore 40 antique-filledbuildings and relive the days ofan active turn of the centurymain street at Prairie Village, inMadison. Visit a Railway Depotand climb aboard a retiredcaboose at the Dakota TerritorialMuseum or observe endangeredfish species being hatched andraised at Gavins Point NationalFish Hatchery & Aquarium, bothin Yankton. Observe a livearcheological dig in progress at

Mitchell's Prehistoric IndianVillage. Find your favorite butter-fly flying freely, year round, at theSioux Falls Sertoma ButterflyHouse. And don’t miss the

world’s only Corn Palace inMitchell, decorated yearly withnew murals made fromthousands of bushels of corn,

The World’s Only Corn Palace in Mitchell has new mural designs each year

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Your real South Dakota adventure begins here . . .

Scenic • Serene • Simply South Dakota

Southeast South Dakota

welcomes you with Natural Beauty,

Homespun Charm, Rural

& Native American Heritage

Request a FREE 2012 Travel Packetfrom Southeast South Dakota Tourism:

www.southeastsouthdakota.com1-888-353-7382

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grains and native grasses. Great events and ethnic

festivals invite you to celebrateand experience the rich heritageof the area. Enjoy an authenticGerman meal and a communitytheatrical production atFreeman’s Schmeckfest, samplea homemade kolace (pro-nounced 'koe-lau-chee') andenter a polka dance-off contestat Tabor’s Czech Days, or be a“Dane for a Day” and enjoy someaebleskiver for breakfast atViborg’s Danish Days. Get yourfill of kuchen (pronounced 'koo-

ken'), “South Dakota’s statedessert”, at the Kuchen Festivalin Delmont. The Laura IngallsWilder Pageant in DeSmet bringsLaura’s world-famous books tolife before your eyes. Fur TraderDays in Geddes celebrates itsheritage with old-fashionedevents including an antique trac-tor pull. Rodeos at Scotland,Mitchell, Yankton and WessingtonSprings offer authentic westernentertainment. Old-time threshingfestivals at Madison, Menno,Delmont, Brandon and Lennoxshow you how it was done in the‘good ol’ days’. Immerse yourself

in Native American culture atpowwows in Chamberlain, SiouxFalls and Flandreau.County fairs are a fun family

outing. You'll find carnival rides,animal exhibits and a widevariety of entertainment, plus thefavorite fair food, funnel cakes. If you’re a birdwatcher, you’re

sure to enjoy the new SouthDakota Birding Festival nearWagner.The Oyate Trail offers off-the-

interstate travelers unique culturaland historical opportunities rep-resenting both the Lakota SiouxIndian Nation and European

immigrants. Join the geocachingcraze and do some techno-treasure hunting along the trail. Family fun parks, water parks

and water shows, go-cart tracksand the roar of supercharged carracing, are all here in SoutheastSouth Dakota. For more, be sure to visit

www.southeastsouthdakota.com.The Calendar of Events isupdated throughout the year.

Cultural HeritageIn addition to its wealth of

outdoor recreation opportunities,Southeast South Dakota providesa wide array of cultural and

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Car Show, Canton, July Fairs throughout the summerLaura Ingalls Wilder Pageant, July

Oyate Oyate Trail

�The 395 mile stretch of highway from North Sioux City to Hot Springs offers

off-the-interstate travelers unique cultural and historical opportunities representingboth the Lakota Sioux Indian Nation and European immigrants.

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entertainment facilities.As the region’s largest city,

Sioux Falls offers a wide varietyof historical museums, artgalleries and theaters. Take inworld-class entertainmentincluding music, dance, operaand Broadway hits.

Ride the free trolley system,

designed after streetcars

operating in Sioux Falls in the

early 1900s, from Falls Park to

the Washington Pavilion of Arts

and Science - one of the only

facilities in the country to house

a visual arts center, a hands-on

science center, a performing arts

center and the Wells FargoCineDome with a 60-foot domedscreen. Stop along the way at

the Old Courthouse Museum, a

grand 1800s quartzitecourthouse with three floors of

exhibits. Look for Trolley Stop

banners throughout historic

downtown Sioux Falls as well as

at Falls Park. Tour the Pettigrew Home and

Museum, the beautifully restored

1889 home of South Dakota’sfirst senator, R.F. Pettigrew. The

Center for Western Studies, on

the Augustana College campus,

also offers a variety of history

and art exhibits. You don’t have to go far to

find great community theater.Check out the Sioux EmpireCommunity Theatre in SiouxFalls, Dakota Prairie Playhouse inMadison, Yankton’s DakotaTheater and Children’s TheaterCompany, The Grand OperaHouse in Dell Rapids orShakespeare Garden inWessington Springs.Discover outstanding works of

art by Native American and otherregional artists at the DakotaDiscovery Museum in Mitchell,the Center for Western Studiesand Washington Pavilion’s VisualArts Center in Sioux Falls, SouthDakota Art Museum in Brookingsand other museums and galleriesthroughout the area.Explore natural and cultural

history at the W.H. Over Museumin Vermillion. Museums in SiouxFalls, Freeman, Dell Rapids,Yankton, Mitchell and WessingtonSprings also have preservedartifacts that showcase the richNative American and pioneeringhistory of this region.

If you love jazz music, don’t

miss Sioux Falls’ JazzFest inJuly. It’s the largest free outdoor

jazz and blues festival in the

Midwest! Did we mention it’s

free!

The National Music Museum,

Vermillion, features musical

instruments spanning five cen-

turies from around the globe as

well as offering free Brown Bag

Lunch Programs featuring a wide

variety of musical entertainment.Be sure to mark your calen-

dars for these area arts events: Artists of the Plains Art Show

and Sale, Sioux Falls in February;Wessington Springs Prairie HillsArt Show in June; Madison’sMart in the Park and Brookings’

Summer Arts Festival in July;Yankton Riverboat Days &Summer Arts Festival and theSioux River Folk Festival atNewton Hills State Park inAugust. More than 50,000people visit downtown SiouxFalls for the annual SidewalkArts Festival in September.Downtown Sioux Falls has a

year-round SculptureWalk, withoriginal works of art on publicdisplay to enjoy throughout theyear. Yankton has also added anew River Walk of sculpturesthroughout the downtown area.

1886 Beckwith House at the Dakota Discovery Museum, Mitchell

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Arts Festivals throughout the region Prairie Village

Interstate 29 boasts a rich array of

cultural opportunities featuring

family fun, the arts, outdoor

adventures, historical museums and

Native American heritage.

It’s time to discover all this

magnificent state has to offer.

For a free brochure

Call 1-888-353-7382

www.southeastsouthdakota.com/attractions/i29-cultural-corridor.php

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Call the local visitors bureaufor the most up to date info asyou plan your trip.

Shopping, Dining and AccommodationsUnique novelty and specialty

shops in the region's towns andcities sponsor the South DakotaMade label on items unique tothe area. These products, rang-ing from buffalo jerky to beauti-fully handcrafted quilts, weremade by honest, hardworkingSouth Dakotans. Sioux Falls offers an excep-

tional shopping experience.Discover treasures at uniquespecialty shops in the historicdowntown or peruse over 180of the finest stores at the EmpireMall, the largest shoppingcomplex between Minneapolisand Denver.Downtown Sioux Falls dining

options include everything frominternational flavors to homecooking to fine dining. Sidewalkcafés offer a fresh air diningexperience and the perfect spotfor shoppers to find refreshment.There’s hardly a better

treasure hunt than you’ll find atantique stores and mallsthroughout the region.Communities that offer first-rateantique shopping includeMitchell, Sioux Falls, Canton andYankton.You'll be surprised by the

diversity of restaurants, sportsbars, coffee shops and wineriesthat exist in Southeast SouthDakota. While some establish-ments feature South Dakota'sfinest cuts of locally grown beefand buffalo, you'll also find avariety of authentic ethnic andinternational cuisine. Enjoy thenostalgia of Edgar’s Ol’Fashioned Soda Fountain in Elk

Point, complete with a restoredturn-of-the-century soda foun-tain and original wooden booths.Several local wineries whichgrow their own grapes and maketheir wine on the premises alsooffer tours, wine tasting andspecial events.Southeast South Dakota's

lodging choices include every-

thing from a bed & breakfastoverlooking the Missouri River toa charming rural retreat or cozyrustic lodge, as well as upscalebusiness lodging with all theamenities.No matter what the season,

Southeast South Dakota will pro-vide you with a simply wonderfuland memorable experience. �

Cogan House B&B sits atop a bluff overlooking the Missouri River

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Your real South Dakota adventure begins here . . .Hometown charm, Native American and ethnic culture, historic venues. It’s all here in

Southeast South Dakota. Far away from the tourist traps, we welcome you to experiencethe “real” South Dakota. You’ll find unique cultural and ethnic festivals with food andentertainment that reflects the community’s heritage, as well as rodeos, powwows, carshows, county fairs and fantastic 4th of July celebrations. Shop a small town main streetfor something out of the ordinary. Then have lunch with the locals in a quaint mom &pop café where you’ll be welcomed by some of the friendliest folks anywhere.

Southeast South Dakota is also an outdoor paradise for hunting/fishing, camping,hiking/biking, canoe/kayaking, or just watching a beautiful sunset.

2012 Festivals & EventsMar. 23-31 "Schmeckfest" Freeman, 605-925-4237, www.schmeckfest.comMay 26-27 "Foothills Rodeo" Wessington Springs, 605-539-1929, www.wessingtonsprings.comJune 14-16 "Tabor Czech Days" Tabor, 605-463-2476, www.taborczechdays.comJune 22-24 "Quarry Days" Dell Rapids, 605-428-4167, www.cityofdellrapids.orgJuly 6-22 "Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant" De Smet, 800-776-3594, 800-880-3383, www.desmetpageant.orgJuly 19-22 "Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo" Mitchell, �605-770-4919, www.cornpalacestampede.comJuly 27-28 "Play in Platte Weekend" Platte, 888-297-8175, www.plattesd.orgAug. 3-5 "Brandon Hometown Days" Brandon, 605-582-7400, www.brandonhometowndays.comAug. 3-5 "Sioux River Folk Festival" Newton Hills State Park, Canton, 605-987-2582, www.fotm.orgAug. 10-12 "Scottie Stampede Rodeo Days & Kuchen Feier" 605-583-2320, www.scotlandsd.org�Aug. 11 "Quilts and Vines" Strawbale Winery, Renner, 605-543-5071, www.quiltsandvines.com�Aug 13-16 "Turner County Fair" Parker, (605) 297-4428, www.turnercountyfair.comAug. 17-19 "Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival" Yankton, 605-665-1657, www.riverboatdays.comAug. 22-26 "Corn Palace Festival" Mitchell, 800-289-7469, www.cornpalace.com�Aug. 23-26 "Steam Threshing Jamboree" Prairie Village, Madison, 1-800-693-3644, www.prairievillage.orgAug. 25-26 "Great Dakota Wine Fest" Valiant Vineyards, Vermillion, 605-624-4500, www.greatdakotawinefest.comSept. 1 "Rockin' RibFest" Downtown Yankton, 605-260-3003, www.historicdowntownyankton.comSept. 7-8 "Ribs, Rod & Rock n' Roll" Vermillion, 605-624-5571, www.sdbbq.usSept. 8-9 "Kuchen Festival & Old Time Harvest Festivals" Delmont, 605-779-2621, www.delmontsd.orgSept. 9 "Homesteader Day Harvest Festival" Beaver Creek, Brandon, 605-594-3824, www.gfp.sd.govSept. 15 "St. Joseph's Indian School Powwow" Chamberlain, 800-584-9200, www.stjo.org�Sept. 22-23 "Pioneer Power Show" Menno, 605-387-5166, www.pioneeracres.comDec. 31 “Simply South Dakota Tasting Event” Delmont, 605-779-2621, www.delmontsd.org

Located betweenHwys. 44 & 18on Hwy. 281.

• Historic Lorain Movie Theater iscommunity run• Lions Park:

camping, picnic shelters, 2 cabins, bath-house, playground, sand volleyball• Lake Alcazar adjacent to Lions Park: fishing & swimming

• Lawnmower Racing• Prairie Festival: August 4, 2012• Veteran’s Memorial• Food, gas, churches, hospital/clinic

Armour Community ClubPO Box 596, Armour, SD 57313

www.armoursd.com

Experience smalltown hospitality and fun as well as rural heritage atthese great 2012 events inDelmont!

February 26 - Fireman’s Sausage SupperMay 28 - Memorial Day ProgramJuly 4 - Kid’s Day

Don’t miss this one: Two festivals in one!September 8-9 - Kuchen Festival &

Old Time Harvest Festival

December 31 - New Year’s Eve Parade &Simply South Dakota Tasting Event

605-779-2621

www.delmontsd.org

Located just off I-90 between Sioux Falls and Mitchell. • Subsidizing & Supporting Business Development

• Expanding Industrial Park Area• Beautiful City Swimming Pool• Progressive City Leadership• Excellent Daycare Facility• Outstanding School System• Friendly Community • Agricultural Hub

Emery, SD • 605-449-4455email: emerycity@triotel.netwww.cityofemerysd.com

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Old Time Harvest Festival

Annual Events in

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You Will Be a Happy CamperDo you hear that? It's the

sound of fresh air and sunshinecalling. Of course it may meanleaving some creature comfortsbehind – for a lit tle while at least.But don't worry, if sleeping in atent isn't your cup of tea, wehave full service campgroundswith electric hookups foryour camper as well as air-conditioned camping cabins.Each of these state parks and

recreation areas offer a uniquecamping experience.

Lewis & Clark Recreation

Area, near Yankton, is a popularcamping area situated on beauti-ful Lewis & Clark Lake and theMissouri River. The park offersmany prime waterfront campsitesand camping cabins, as well

as resort facilities, several trailsincluding a paved hiking andbiking trail that follows the lakeshore, equestrian campgroundand trail, disc golf, a full service

marina and three swimmingbeaches.For a smaller and quieter park,

try Springfield Recreation Area,just upriver from Lewis & Clark

Recreation Area. You’ll find greatbass fishing and an adjacent golfcourse that provides breathtakingviews of the river from atopchalkstone bluffs.

Outdoor Adventures

Lewis & Clark Recreation Area, near Yankton

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Enjoy over 800 free-�ying butter�ies from around the world and see hundreds of vibrant marine

animals in over 3,500 gallons of aquariums.

Inside Sertoma Park-Corner of 49th and Oxbow in Sioux Falls.

605-334-9466 • 1-800-349-4152

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Newton Hills State Park, nearCanton, is part of the Coteau desPrairie. It is a wooded oasisproviding shaded campsites andscenic vistas from the lookouttower. Lake Lakota boasts fish-ing, swimming and canoeing. Youwill also find hiking, biking andcross-country ski trails, as wellas an equestrian campgroundwith corrals and a bridle trail.

Union Grove State Park, nearBeresford, has secluded camp-sites and features more than180 species of trees and shrubswhich provide impressive fall col-ors. Wildlife thrives in the park,as do songbirds. This park alsohas a bridle trail and an equestri-an campground with corrals.Colorful quartzite cliffs along

with a colorful past makePalisades State Park, nearGarretson, one of the mostunique campgrounds in the area.Split Rock Creek, which flows

through the park, is lined withquartzite formations that rise asmuch as 50 feet above thewater. This park is popular withcampers, sightseers, rockclimbers, canoers and hikers.History and water-based

recreation attract many campersto Lake Herman State Park atMadison. Located on a peninsu-la, the park offers visitors spec-tacular views of Lake Herman.Melting glacial ice formed this1,350-acre lake thousands ofyears ago. An 1871 log cabinwas built by some of the firstsettlers to the area. Visitors tothe park can now play disc golf,hike, swim, fish, canoe or cross-country ski. Canoe and kayakrental is available.Nearby Walker’s Point

Recreation Area is tucked alongthe shore of Lake Madison. Thissmall but complete park meets

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the many needs of campers andanglers. Campsites are locatednear the water and many offerpicturesque views of the 2,800acre lake.

Big Sioux Recreation Area,near Brandon, lies on the banksof the Big Sioux River with easyaccess to Sioux Falls. It is popu-lar among campers, canoers andarchers. Other activities includedisc golf, hiking and biking. Inthe winter, cross-country skiersand snowmobilers can gather inthe warming house. An 1869homestead cabin will interesthistory buffs.Near Canistota, Lake

Vermillion Recreation Area ispopular among fishermen,boaters, canoers, swimmersand hunters. Canoe rental isavailable. The park provides theideal hunting camp with water-fowl and upland game nearby.If you prefer all the comforts

of home as you explore nature,the beautiful lodges located atNewton Hills and Palisades StateParks are just right for you.Many city and county parks

offer additional treasures for you

to discover.Clay County Recreation Area,

near Vermillion, encompasses 34acres of vast beautiful wildernesson the last natural stretch of theMissouri River. It offers camping,picnic shelters, boat ramp,fishing dock and a paved naturetrail.

Lake Mitchell Campground

provides shady campsites over-looking the lake, a swimming

beach and hiking trails as well asan outdoor chapel. An 18 holegolf course is nearby.If you don’t mind roughing it,

Tabor Lakeside Use Area offersa primitive camping experiencewith beautiful unspoiled views ofthe Missouri River. For boatersand fishermen, a boat ramp anddock are available.Conveniently located near

Interstate 29, Elk Point’s City

Park Campground is situated inthe beautifully landscaped parkand includes firepits, picnictables, shelters, electric hookupsand a bathhouse. The cityswimming pool is nearby.Privately owned campgrounds

offer even more options. Checkout our campground directory onpage 55.

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Panoramic view of the Missouri River near the Tabor camping and recreation area

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Hit the Trailto Scenic SightsThere are many ways to

explore southeast South Dakota,including the extensive trailsystems that exist throughout theregion. Pick your favorite modeof transportation: bicycle,horseback, cross-country skis,a snowmobile or your owntwo feet. Guided hikes are available at

our state parks or just bring yourfavorite bird, animal or plantbook and take off on your ownnature walk. Trails range frompaved, level surfaces to terrainsuitable for the mountain biker orhiker.Handicap accessible trails are

located at Adams Homesteadand Nature Preserve, BeaverCreek Nature Area, Spirit MoundHistoric Prairie and Big Sioux,

Lewis and Clark and PearsonRanch Recreation Areas.State parks offering equestri-

an trails include Big SiouxRecreation Area, Lewis and ClarkRecreation Area, Newton HillsState Park and Union Grove

State Park. Lewis and Clark,Newton Hills and Union Grovealso have camping facilitiesspecially outfit ted for horses andtheir riders.Newton Hills’ Woodland Trail,

near Canton, is on the National

Recreational Trails registry. Itcrosses dense basswood andoak forests, as well as opengrasslands and is a great trail for

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birdwatchers. An observationtower promises an amazing view.Enjoy breathtaking displays of fallcolor from September to earlyNovember.Trails twist and turn through

scenic quartzite formations alongSplit Rock Creek at PalisadesState Park, near Garretson.Historical sights along the trailinclude a bridge designated as aNational Historic Structure. Achallenging climb awaits themore adventurous on toweringquartzite spires and sheer cliffwalls. Devil’s Gulch also providesscenic trails which include afootbridge spanning the chasmthat, as legend has it, JesseJames and his horse jumpedover during a pursuit. At Adams Homestead &

Nature Preserve, near NorthSioux City, you’ll find trailsthrough native prairie grassesalong the Missouri River, with

wildlife viewing blinds along thetrail. Trails also meander throughcottonwood groves and acentury old homestead completewith a home, barns, church andschool house. Guided golf carttours are available for those withphysical disabilities.Big Sioux Recreation Area lies

on the banks of the Big SiouxRiver. Miles of trails ramblethrough woodland and prairie.A bicycle trail connects with thenearby town of Brandon. Winterhosts cross-country skiers andsnowmobilers that gather at thewarming house. An 1870’s cabin at Beaver

Creek Nature Area, also nearBrandon, is host to historic livinghistory programs. Lewis and Clark Recreation

Area, Yankton, has miles of trailsincluding a paved lakeside trailand rugged mountain bike trails.The Gavins Point Trail is a scenic

wooded hike that leads to ascenic overlook of the MissouriRiver. These trails connect withthe Meridian Trails system inYankton which meanders along ascenic creek, past city parks andhistoric sights. The newly opened

Meridian Bridge Trail crosses anhistoric double-decker bridgebuilt in 1924 that has now beenconverted to a pedestrianbridge. The bridge spans theMissouri National Recreational

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Big Sioux Recreation Area, near Brandon

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River, which is a National Park.Union Grove State Park, near

Beresford, features a largevariety of trees which provideimpressive fall color and habitatfor birdwatching. Horsebackriders have 150 acres of rollinghills with trails at their disposal.Stand where Lewis and Clark

stood 200 years ago by takingthe three-quarter mile trail to thesummit of Spirit Mound, nearVermillion, where over 300 acresof prairie are being restored.Interpretive signs along the trailtransform the hike into a learningexperience.Walk, jog or bike your way

along the Big Sioux River inSioux Falls, from Falls Park tothe Outdoor Campus.Winter brings a blanket of

white to the region, along withthe opportunities offered by 126miles of snowmobile trailsconnecting Sioux Falls, DellRapids, Renner, Coleman,Madison and Hartford.Take a trail to your own

adventure and experience thenatural, tranquil beauty that isSimply South Dakota.

Rock Climbing:Experience Palisades froma Different PerspectiveA small, but scenic geologicwonder, Palisades State Park isnestled among the sheer cliffsoverlooking the Split Rock Creekjust a short half-hour’s drivefrom Sioux Falls. The park offersthe regular menu of outdoorrecreation opportunities, includ-ing camping, hiking and picnick-ing. However it also offers aunique form of outdoor excite-ment for the more adventure-some at heart. Palisades is one of just a few

premier rock climbing sites in theMidwest. Numerous climbingroutes are easily accessed andprovide a wide assortment ofclimbing experiences. Siouxquartzite formations play host toa variety of face and crackclimbs, with even a few hiddenbouldering sites thrown in forgood measure. Whether top-rop-ing a novice route on South Wallor Rattlesnake Rock, or a moreambitious route at Swing SetCove or on Positron, climbersfrom all over the Midwest makethe trek to Palisades to take onthe forces of gravity.

The nearby City of Garretson,just two miles north of the park,provides all the servicesnecessary for an extended visit. When you think of rock

climbing, you don’t always haveto venture out to the mountains.Sometimes a prairie oasis likePalisades State Park may offermore than meets the eye. Andthe views experienced whilehanging from a rope fifty feetabove the waters of Split RockCreek are quite different thanthose experienced by other parkvisitors. It’s all a matter ofperspective! Palisades State Park is located

10 miles north of I-90 off Exit406 near Brandon. A Palisadesclimbing brochure offering spe-cial tips on low-impact climbing,resource protection, co-existingwith other park visitors and safeclimbing practices is available atthe park entrance station, officeor by mail (call 605-594-3824). It can also be down-loaded from the park webpage:www.gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/directory/palisades/. For more info, contact

Palisades State Park, 25495485th Avenue, Garretson, SD57030.

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Useful map resources South Dakota Highway Map South Dakota hunting atlas

Call 1-888-353-7382 to request the Southeast South Dakota Birding Trailor view online: www.southeastsouthdakota.com/south-dakota-birdwatching.php

The Southeast South Dakota Birding Trail booklet pro-vides information about each site on the trail, how toget there, what birds you should look for, the bestmonths to visit and tips on birding each location.

More than 300 species of birds may be observed amongthe 33 points along the trail. Southeast South Dakota isa stopping place for millions of birds following both theCentral and Mississippi migratory flyways in spring andfall. Its varied habitats offer the right environment for

nearly 150 nesting species, and a number of speciesthat nest in the northern reaches of the continent spendeach winter here.

The best birding is the least intrusive to birds and theirhabitat. Disturbing a bird – making it flush from cover,call in alarm or focus on your presence – stresses itand may expose it to predators. Use binoculars, stayback, avoid damaging habitat and enjoy. Good birding!

Wild Tom Turkey

Stop on any country road inSoutheast South Dakota andyou’ll be stopping in a hunter’sparadise. Our state bird, theChinese Ring-necked Pheasant,

thrives in the habitat provided bySouth Dakota’s landscape.Thousands of hunters

descend upon the southeastregion of the state in the fall for

their chance at the wily pheas-ant. Southeast South Dakotatowns are just waiting to hostyour hunting trip. Hotels andrestaurants gear up for the sea-son with special menus andfriendly people to make yourstay enjoyable.Hunting is a year-round sport

in southeast South Dakota.Small game, waterfowl and biggame dominate the fall huntingseasons. Predator hunting fillsthe winter months, and springsignals the start of turkey hunt-ing. The avid hunter will findSoutheast South Dakota a vir tualhunter’s paradise. Thoughpheasant and deer are the mostpopular, hunters may find addi-tional hunts for partridge, quail,dove, coyote and fox.

PheasantTraditional season: Mid-

October through December.Preserve season: Septemberthrough March.Range and Habitat: Pheasants

prefer agricultural fields, woodeddraws, tree strips, wetlands andset-aside acres. Most of South

Dakota is privately owned.Permission is required to hunt,but public lands such as GameProduction Areas and Walk-InAreas offer choice habitat forpheasants. Early in the season,pheasants are scattered in smallflocks, but winter’s fury pushesbirds into heavy cover andconcentrates them. Tree strips,cattail sloughs and dense weedpatches hold pheasants this timeof year. Search for small, out-of-the-way pockets that may haveescaped the hunting pressure oflarge groups. Small sloughs,plum thickets or even fence linevegetation hold pheasants. Pre-pare for the weather. Fall weath-er conditions range from 70degrees to below zero wind chill.

GeeseTraditional Season: Late

September to December.Range and Habitat: The

Missouri River corridor is themain route for more than400,000 migrating Canadageese, and eastern SouthDakota attracts 350,000snow- and blue-geese migrants.

Hunting is a Year-Round Sport

Cogan House North Lodge & Dakota Custom HuntOffice: 31133 Bon Homme Road, Tabor, SD 57063

Located on Missouri River and Lewis & Clark Trail. Professionalguides or unguided hunts for pheasant, ducks, geese, archerydeer or turkey. Fishing-boat launch 1/4 mile away. Cogan B&Bor farmhouse - rent for your hunt or a peaceful getaway.Complete kitchen, satellite TV, ample parking. 6 miles east ofSpringfield, SD. Email: mccanns@TheCoganHouse.com

605-464-1046 • www.theCoganhouse.com

Hunting Guides/Outfitters

Mike Kuchera’s South Dakota Guide Service, Inc.

Office: 135 E. 2nd Ave., PO Box 10, Mitchell, SD 57301Premiere complete guided hunting packages for WILD ringneckpheasants on the farms of southeastern South Dakota. Withdeluxe accommodations based out of Mitchell. A Tradition ofExcellence since 1972! Also offer separate sharp-tail grouseand prairie chicken hunts.

605-996-1120 • www.sdpheasants.com

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DucksTraditional Season: Late

September to December.Range and Habitat: More

than 15 million ducks migrateannually through South Dakota.They include mallards, gadwall,pintails and teal. The migrationpeaks in mid-November alongthe Missouri River.

Prairie TurkeyTraditional Season: Spring

firearm and archery, mid- Aprilto mid-May. Fall prairie turkey,early October throughDecember.Range and Habitat: In the

eastern portion of the state,turkeys prefer the woods andbrushy hillsides of rivers, as wellas tree belts.

East River DeerTraditional Season: Firearm,

mid-late November. Archery, lateSeptember to December.Range and Habitat: East of

the Missouri River, deer hunterswill find crops such as corn,oats, wheat, sunflowers and soy-beans attracting the whitetaildeer population. Mule deer hunt-ing is limited to counties border-

ing the Missouri River. Rollingpastures, tree strips, river bot-toms and cattail sloughs provideescape cover for the deer. For more information about

hunting seasons, fees and regu-lations, contact the SouthDakota Dept. of Game, Fish &Parks, 412 W. Missouri, Pierre,SD 57501. Call (605) 773-3485 or visit www.gfp.sd.gov �

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If there’s one commondenominator in the pheasanthunting forecast business, it’s anobsession with the weather. Yearafter year, when the time comesto start making forecasts for thecoming ring-neck season, thefirst factor that gets mentionedis the weather. In South Dakotathe weather is always in theforefront. In an average winter, 10 to 20

percent of the birds that make itthrough the hunting season diebefore spring. If you look at thepopulations from August throughthe following spring, normallosses are probably close to 50percent. Pheasants can sustain those

kinds of losses because, likemost prey species, they are

capable of producing anastonishing number of offspring.In those “normal” years, a goodpheasant hatch will include fromseven to ten young birds forevery adult. In other words, upwards of 80

percent of the birds bagged willonly be a few months old.

Reproduction is again the key tohunting prospects. To estimate how successful

reproduction has been, SouthDakota conservation officersconduct summer brood surveysin early August. The numbers areusually tabulated by Labor Day,and pheasant biologists use

them to make an estimate ofwhat the population has donesince the previous year. Even in areas where the winter

was most severe, quality winterhabitat allows birds to survive.In most cases windbreak trees,planted in large enough blocks toprevent them from drifting shutmakes the difference. When hunting public land it’s

up to the hunter to determine ifthey will have a successful hunt.Although Game Production Areasand Waterfowl Production Areasare managed for wildlife, theamount and quality of wintercover varies among them. Thebest bet is to look for tracts thathave wide shelterbelts or terrainthat could have providedprotection from the wind. �

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Geocaching:A Techno-Treasure HuntGeocaching (pronounced

"geo-cashing") is an outdoortreasure hunt using hand-heldGlobal Positioning System (GPS)units. The geocachers hide andseek "treasures," which arefound in waterproof containersand typically include a pencil,small notebook to serve as alogbook for finders and severaltrinkets like key chains, smalltoys and buttons. Geocachescan range in size from a smallfilm canister to bigger than a 5-gallon bucket. Geocachers hide the geo-

cache and enter the coordinates(latitude and longitude) on awebsite. Others download thecoordinates, enter them into theirGPS units and head out to findthe geocache.Once the cache is found, the

finders enter their names anddate into the logbook in thecache. The finders can then takean object from the cache whileleaving something of equal orhigher value. The finders replace

the geocache in the same placewhere they found it so futuregeocachers can find it.Geocaching is popular all

across the state, particularly inSouth Dakota's State Parksincluding Adams Homestead &Nature Preserve, Lewis & ClarkRecreation Area and PalisadesState Park. These state parksalso offer some hands-onlearning opportunities. Cachesare listed on www.gfp.sd.gov.To find other caches through-

out the region and for more indepth how-to information, go towww.geocaching.comThe area between Lennox

and Menno has dozens ofcaches arranged to spell theword “GEOCACHING”. Geocache the Oyate Trail

across southern South Dakotaand receive a special coin. Thereare 110 geocaches spacedapproximately every 3 milesalong the trail. The first 50geocachers to file at least 100caches along the trail are eligiblefor an Official Oyate TrailGeocaching Coin. Caches arelisted on www.geocaching.com.There are many types of geo-

caching. If you are a beginner,

starting off with the traditionaltype described above is a goodidea. Afterwards, you mayprogress to more complex typesof geocaching. A multi-cacheinvolves finding two or morelocations. Most have a hint tofind the second cache, and thesecond cache has a hint to thethird, and so on. A mystery orpuzzle cache may involve com-plicated puzzles that you will first

need to solve to determine thecoordinates. An Earth-Cache is alit tle more difficult. You have toidentify some geologic feature,have your picture taken with itand then post the picture online.Geocaching is an outdoor

adventure the whole family canenjoy together. The thrill of thehunt is just as much fun asfinding the “treasure”.

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Using a GPS device to search for hidden “treasure”

Experienceculture and history.Art galleries of Oscar

Howe, Charles Hargens,James Earle Fraser,

and more!

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MadisonDiscover the Unexpected

ocated on SD Highway34, Madison is nestledbetween Lake Herman andLake Madison. Less thanan hour from the hustle& bustle of Sioux Falls,Madison offers a slowerpace, a friendly welcomeand an uncluttered scenery.We have two golf courses, anew aquatic center, two statepark & recreation areas, a4.2 mile recreational trail,and water sports on fivearea lakes. Prairie Village,two miles west oftown, hosts theMotongator Joe’sCountry MusicFestival & theNorthern BullRiding Tour eachJune, as well asthe AnnualSteam ThreshingJamboree eachAugust.Hunting &snowmobilingare available in season.

Rich, rolling farmlandaround Madison meansplenty of natural beauty.The bounty of our wildlifeis fully realized in theamazing work of Madison’shometown artist, John C.Green, whose studio is

on ourmainstreet.Madison

is the proud home ofDakota State Universit y,leading the way in biometricidentification systems; andthe Madison TechnologyCenter, a state of the artcampus built specifically tohouse high tech businesses. You’ll find a wide variet y of accommodations

including national chain motels and rusticresort cabins. Throw in great dining options and boutique shopping and you’ll see that Madison has everything you want.

Call us or visit our website for more information or for free brochures. ■

Madison Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 467, Madison, SD 57042 • Phone (605) 256-2454 Fax (605) 256-9606 • email: office@chamberofmadisonsd.com • www.chamberofmadisonsd.com

Lakes Golf Course(605) 483-3535

Madison Golf & Country Club(605) 256-3991

Prairie Village (605) 256-3644

Smith-Zimmermann Museum(605) 256-5308

LODGINGAmericInn

Lodge & SuitesHwy 34 & Washington Ave.

(605) 256-3076www.americinn.com

Birds Nest, Inc44522 236th Street

Winfred • (605) 480-5105

Camp Lakodia, LLCSouth Shore of Lake Madison

(605) 256-2265www.camplakodia.com

Lakes LodgeSE Side of Lake Madison

20 Golf Drive(605) 483-3544

www.golfatthelakes.com

Super 8 Motel219 N. Highland(605) 256-6931

www.super8.com

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It’s all about a slower pace. Step out of the rat-race for awhile and dip your toes in the lake,there’s plenty of space.

Inset: Tee off on two scenic golf courses.

Inset: The kids will have a blast at Madison’s new Aquatic Center.

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Armour (Kid’s Pond) Armour 2 • •

Beaver Lake Hartford 300 • • • •

Beaver Lake Utica 72 •

Brant Lake Chester 943 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Burbank Lake Burbank 100 • • • •

Clear Lake Colton 472 • • • •

Corsica Lake Corsica 110 • • • • • • •

Covell Lake (Kid’s Pond) Sioux Falls 15 • • • •

Dell Rapids Dam Dell Rapids 5 • • • • • •

Diamond Lake Franklin 256 • • • •

Dimock Lake Dimock 75 • • • • • • •

Ethan Dam Ethan 27 • • • • •

Forsch Lake Salem 160 • • • •

Fulton Lake Fulton 18 • • •

Grass Lake Humboldt 340 • •

Gross Lake Spencer 100 • • •

Island Lake Franklin 250 • • • • •

Jansen Lake Emery 4 • •

Lake Alvin Harrisburg 90 • • • • • • • • •

Lake Badus Ramona 230 •

Lake Carthage Carthage 203 • • • • • • • •

Lake Hanson Alexandria 55 • • • • •

Lake Henry Scotland 46 • • • • • •

Lake Herman Madison 1,350 • • • • • • • • • • •

Lake Lakota Canton 90 • • • • • • •

Lake Madison Madison 2,800 • • • • • • • • • •

Lake Mitchell Mitchell 670 • • • • • • • • • • •

Lake Yankton Yankton 250 • • • • • • •

Lewis & Clark Lake Yankton 29,000 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Long Lake Franklin 257 • • •

Loss Lake Humboldt 82 • • • •

Lost Lake Humboldt 163 • • •

Lyons Lake Emery 159 •

Marindahl Lake Volin 139 • • • • • • • • •

Marion (Kid’s Pond) Marion 1 • • •

McCook Lake North Sioux City 274 • • • • • • •

Scott Lake Hartford 80 • • •

Silver Lake Dolton 431 • • • •

Swan Lake Hurley 182 • • • • • •

Tripp Lake Tripp 12 • • • •

Tyndall (Kid’s Pond) Tyndall 2 • •

Vermillion Lake Canistota 550 • • • • • • • • •

Wall Lake Hartford 207 • • • • • • •

Westside (Kid’s Pond) Yankton 1 • •

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James River 307 • • • • • • • • • • •

Missouri River 75 • • • • • • • • • • •

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Armour (Kid’s Pond) Armour 2 • •

Beaver Lake Hartford 300 • • • •

Beaver Lake Utica 72 •

Brant Lake Chester 943 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Burbank Lake Burbank 100 • • • •

Clear Lake Colton 472 • • • •

Corsica Lake Corsica 110 • • • • • • •

Covell Lake (Kid’s Pond) Sioux Falls 15 • • • •

Dell Rapids Dam Dell Rapids 5 • • • • • •

Diamond Lake Franklin 256 • • • •

Dimock Lake Dimock 75 • • • • • • •

Ethan Dam Ethan 27 • • • • •

Forsch Lake Salem 160 • • • •

Fulton Lake Fulton 18 • • •

Grass Lake Humboldt 340 • •

Gross Lake Spencer 100 • • •

Island Lake Franklin 250 • • • • •

Jansen Lake Emery 4 • •

Lake Alvin Harrisburg 90 • • • • • • • • •

Lake Badus Ramona 230 •

Lake Carthage Carthage 203 • • • • • • • •

Lake Hanson Alexandria 55 • • • • •

Lake Henry Scotland 46 • • • • • •

Lake Herman Madison 1,350 • • • • • • • • • • •

Lake Lakota Canton 90 • • • • • • •

Lake Madison Madison 2,800 • • • • • • • • • •

Lake Mitchell Mitchell 670 • • • • • • • • • • •

Lake Yankton Yankton 250 • • • • • • •

Lewis & Clark Lake Yankton 29,000 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Long Lake Franklin 257 • • •

Loss Lake Humboldt 82 • • • •

Lost Lake Humboldt 163 • • •

Lyons Lake Emery 159 •

Marindahl Lake Volin 139 • • • • • • • • •

Marion (Kid’s Pond) Marion 1 • • •

McCook Lake North Sioux City 274 • • • • • • •

Scott Lake Hartford 80 • • •

Silver Lake Dolton 431 • • • •

Swan Lake Hurley 182 • • • • • •

Tripp Lake Tripp 12 • • • •

Tyndall (Kid’s Pond) Tyndall 2 • •

Vermillion Lake Canistota 550 • • • • • • • • •

Wall Lake Hartford 207 • • • • • • •

Westside (Kid’s Pond) Yankton 1 • •

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James River 307 • • • • • • • • • • •

Missouri River 75 • • • • • • • • • • •

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Southeastern South Dakotahas more than 175 fishing lakesranging in size from three to29,000 acres. Glacial lakes existin this region in addition tonumerous man-made lakes.Three major rivers coursethrough the region: the Big SiouxRiver, James River and MissouriRiver, which includes Lewis andClark Lake, a 30-mile-longMissouri River reservoir.Along with private and city

campgrounds, 10 state parksand recreation areas provide over1,000 campsites to fishing visi-tors. A host of resorts and hotelsare available for those who preferthe comforts of soft beds andcable TV.Walleye and bass compete for

top honors in this region. Lewisand Clark Lake draws anglersfrom across the nation for itsalluring combination of large-mouth and smallmouth bass.Other species found in ourwaters include white bass,muskie, northern pike, sauger,saugeye, sturgeon, brown trout,rainbow trout, bullhead, bluegill,perch, channel catfish and crap-pie.Other fishing waters include:

James River, Big Sioux River,Missouri River, Lewis and ClarkLake, Lake Carthage, Tripp Lake,Marindahl Lake, Brant Lake,Lake Madison, Lake Herman,Vermillion Lake, Wall Lake,Burbank Lake, Lake Alvin, LakeLakota. Handicap accessible fishing

piers have been installed in anumber of state parks, includingLake Herman, Walker’s Point,Lake Vermillion, Lake Alvin,Lewis & Clark, and SpringfieldRecreation Areas. These piers

feature low railings, accessibleramps, sidewalks and nearbyparking.South Dakota fishing waters,

excluding tribal trust land, areopen to anyone May 18-20,2012 to fish without a license.This is an excellent opportunityto introduce someone to the

sport of fishing or to try yourluck for the first time. Anglers interested in paddle-

fishing have two options: a sum-mer archery season or a fallsnagging season. Both seasonsoccur in the Missouri Riverdownstream from Gavins PointDam, near Yankton, which is the

only area where they can betaken legally in South Dakota.Resident and non-residentanglers who wish to paddlefishmust apply for a limited numberof paddlefish tags.Gavins Point National Fish

Hatchery and Aquarium, nearYankton, raises the endangeredpallid sturgeon and the paddle-fish. The fish are spawned andlater released to increase ormaintain fish populations in thewild. The pallid sturgeon is anancient fish that can grow up to6 feet long and weigh 85pounds, with a lifespan of up to100 years. Portions of thehatchery are open to the public.Guided tours may be arrangedfor groups by contacting thehatchery at 605-665-3352.South Dakota’s fishing season

never closes. Your annual licenseis good year-round.For the true sportsman with a

warm disposition and a gooddown parka, ice fishing can be agreat relief to cabin fever.For more information about

fees and regulations, contact theSouth Dakota Dept. of Game,Fish & Parks, 412 W. Missouri,Pierre, SD 57501. Call (605)773-3485 or visitwww.state.sd.us/gfp/ �

Have a Reel Good Time

The region has over 175 lakes and 3 major rivers

Historic Sites Along the Trail

First Election West of theMississippi:Following the death of Sgt.

Charles Floyd, CaptainsMeriwether Lewis and WilliamClark needed a sergeant toreplace him. A vote was heldAug. 22, 1804. Patrick Gassreceived 19 votes in what isbelieved to be the first electionby U.S. citizens west of theMississippi. A marker in Elk Pointmemorializes the event. A way-side exhibit in the park providesadditional Lewis & Clark informa-tion.

Spirit Mound: Lewis and Clark encountered

tribes who told them of 18-inchdevils, armed with arrows,inhabiting a prairie hill. The storysparked Lewis and Clark’s inter-est, and on August 25, 1804,they set off on foot to investi-gate. The men hiked for fourhours in the sweltering heat. Atthe top, the infamous devils werenowhere to be found. But theexplorers did see an incrediblesight: a herd of nearly 800 buf-falo grazing in the distance. SpiritMound stands along Hwy. 19,six miles north of Vermillion.Over 300 acres of prairie arebeing restored to original grassesand there is a 3/4 mile hikingtrail to the summit of SpiritMound with interpretive signage.

Lewis and Clark VisitorCenter: On Aug. 30, 1804 the expe-

dition had its first council withthe Yankton Sioux at CalumetBluff. The two groups met under

the shade of an oak tree. Lewisdelivered his customary speech,promoting commerce with theUnited States, and presented thechiefs with gifts of tobacco,clothing and medals. The councilcontinued into the next day,when the chiefs gave their ownspeeches. The Yanktons pre-pared a feast. The Lewis andClark Visitor Center is a greatplace to learn more about thishistoric expedition, the tribesthey encountered and theMissouri River itself. Built on abluff overlooking Lewis and ClarkLake, the center offers incrediblephoto opportunities. TakeHighway 52 west from Yanktonand follow the bridge acrossGavins Point Dam.

Running Water: On Sept. 2, 1806, on their

return trip, the explorers had atense moment near present-dayRunning Water. The men, in sev-eral canoes, passed a group ofIndians, which Clark took to be a“war party” on shore. Whenshots rang out, Clark gathered15 men and ran towards thedirections of the shots. The so-called “war party” turned out tobe a group of Yankton shootingat an empty keg the explorershad thrown into the river.Realizing his mistake, Clark invit-ed the Yankton to smoke pipesand exchange news, which theydid. An interpretive panel nearthe bridge which now spans theMissouri at Running Water

commemorates the incident. Ascenic overlook provides aspectacular view.

Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve: At Adams Nature Preserve,

located near North Sioux City,you can observe one of the lastfree-flowing segments of theMissouri River. Miles of hikingand biking trails crisscross thepreserve.

Interpretive Panels:The Lewis & Clark Trail is a

driving route that follows theMissouri River. Interpretivepanels along the trail markinteresting sites and storiesfrom the journey. �

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Elk Point Making History Then and NowAs early as Aug. 22, 1804, Elk Point was making news. Lewis & Clark camped here to elect PatrickGass as sergeant to replace Charles Floyd, who had died 2 days earlier – the first election by U.S. citizenswest of the Mississippi! And it was here on the return trip that a trapper relayed their first news of civiliza-tion. See our Lewis & Clark Wayside Exhibit for the whole story.

Still Making News Today – Elk Point was first settled in 1859along the Military Road from Sioux Cit y to Ft. Randall.Throughout our history, we continued to make headlines. Our progressive schools, affordable housing, health clinic, golf course, swimming pool, park & campground, baseball complex, bike path, hunting, fishing and recreational opportunities are among

the amenities that have earned us kudos as “the bestplace to live in rural America” ... “the 9th fastestgrowing in terms of family income” in almost 4000 U.S. counties ... “the #1 area for business recruitment in areas with less than 200,000 population.” Los AmigosMexican Restaurant boasts a 4-star rating and MidwestLiving readers voted Edgar’s Ol’ Fashioned Soda Fountain “the best ice cream shop in the Midwest.”

Get an old-fashioned welcomefrom sponsors like these:City of Elk Point CampgroundDunham Company Real Estate

Edgar’s Ol’ Fashioned Soda FountainHometown InnOllie’s Drive Inn

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Society Museum

Yet the hometown values remain in our friendly town with old fashioned streetlights, historic sites and welcoming smiles. We’d love to have you visit…..we would love to have you stay!

Elk Point, SD • Interstate 29, Exit 15 & 18 • (605) 356-2141 • www.elkpoint.org

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PORTERPORTER SCULPTUREPARK

SCULPTUREPARKOn Interstate 90

At Exit 374

KIDS FREE• 60 foot tall Bull’s Head,

plus dozens more sculptures the entire family will enjoy• Open Memorial Day

to Labor Day

Located on I-90, Montrose Exit 374

25 miles west of Sioux Fallswww.portersculpturepark.com

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River RamblingThe James River is a typical

prairie stream. It meanders backand forth, curves around andeven turns back on itself. It hasbeen called the longestunnavigable river in the world.Fortunately, this distinctiondoesn’t apply to paddlers whotravel the river in spring andearly summer. You never knowwhat's around the next bend. Itcould be a picturesque pastoralscene, a flock of geese or awhitetail deer getting a drink atthe water’s edge. There areseveral access points near USand SD Highways.Originating in northeastern

South Dakota, the Big Sioux

River winds southward to SiouxFalls, where it forms the bound-ary between South Dakota andIowa, until it meets the MissouriRiver. With good water levels inthe spring and early summer, itis possible to paddle from US14 near Brookings to the river’sconfluence with the MissouriRiver. Paddlers favor the seg-ment from Lien Park in Sioux

Falls to Newton Hills State Park.Spring and summer are the besttimes to paddle this stretch ofriver. Points of interest along theway include the Big SiouxRecreation Area, Gitchie ManitouPark, the old Klondike Mills siteand Newton Hills State Park.Both Big Sioux and Newton Hillshave canoe launch sites andcamping facilities. A park

entrance license is required.Note, there are several low headdams where your watercraftmust be portaged to the otherside. If you are a white-water pad-

dler, the high water spring flowand heavy summer rains makethe Split Rock Creek just theplace for you. Winding throughscenic northeastern Minnehaha

County you'll eventually meet upwith the Big Sioux River east ofSioux Falls. With an elevationdrop of 130 feet in the eightmiles from the SD 11 access,west of Garretson, throughPalisades State Park, to the SD11 access, north of Corson,there are stretches that can bequite hazardous for those not

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Vermillion close to everything. far from ordinary.

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ermillion is a communi-t y of 10,000 people that liesatop a bluff of the MissouriRiver and offers much toattract every kind of visitor.

Historic Downtown iscomprised of over 90 loca-tions that offer dining, art,entertainment and specialt yshops. Relax in the pocketparks and enjoy the newplaza, “Ratingen Platz.” Thehistoric district is lined withbeautiful architecture.

National Music MuseumView more than 15,000 rare,antique musical instrumentsfrom all corners of the globeand all ages of history atthis internationally famousmuseum. Nine galleriesshowcase intriguing musicalinstruments from America,Europe, and many non-Western countries. Themuseum is home to aJavanese gamelan, instru-ments by Antonio Stradivari,and one of Johnny Cash’sfavorite guitars.

The Missouri NationalRecreational RiverThe river forms much of theborder between SouthDakota and Nebraska.Designated a National Wildand Scenic River by theNational Park Service, it pre-serves two stretches of theMissouri River (the 59 milereach between Gavins PointDam and Ponca State Parkand the 39 mile reachbetween Ft. Randall Damand Running Water). Thevast river f lows quickly pastchalk bluffs, and native treesand prairie grasses providehabitat for endangered wild-life. Enjoy boating, canoeing,kayaking, fishing, hiking,biking and bird watching.

Clay County Park issituated along the banks ofthe Missouri River andoffers 34 acres of campingfacilities, picnic areas, play-ground, boat ramp, fishingdock, trails for hiking,biking and viewing nature.The park is a combined

effort ofClayCountyand SDGame,Fish andParks.

It is located 4 miles south-west of Vermillion off SDHighway 50, 605-624-5571.

Valiant Vineyards Wineryat Buffalo Run ResortSouth Dakota’s oldestwinery. The resort’sspectacular setting along theVermillion River and invit-ing décor offera relaxingescape from theordinary.Lunch, winetasting andtours are avail-able on a dailybasis. While atthe wineryenjoy thehospitalit y of theBuffalo Run Resort.

Spirit Mound is one ofthe most significant Lewisand Clark sites in SouthDakota and one of the fewremaining sites where weknow with certainty thatLewis and Clark actuallystood. The visitor site in-cludes interpretive signs anda hiking trail to the summit.

W. H. Over Museumoffers the Lewis and ClarkLearning Center along witha mural depicting theirwalk up Spirit Mound onAugust 25, 1804. Viewanimals and plants nativeto the prairie and cultural

treasures of Europeanhomesteaders. Enjoy anoutstanding collection ofDakota and Lakota artifactsand historic photographsof legendary leaders from1869 to 1883.

More Attractions:Austin-Whittemore House,Universit y of South Dakota,DakotaDome, Old Main,Prentis Park

Clay County Park, located alongthe Missouri National Recreational

River, which is a National Park

7 miles west of I-29 between Sioux Falls, SD and

Sioux City, IA116 Market Street, Suite 103,

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dling. You’ll find access points atPalisades State Park, and town-ship, county, state and federalright-of-ways that cross the river,as well as at McHardy Park inBrandon. The sheer walls of redquartzite that line portions of thecreek provide a scenic trip forpaddlers.From spring to fall the scenic

Vermillion River can generallybe paddled from Centervillesouth to the Missouri River.Launching access may be foundat township, county, state andfederal rights-of-way that crossthe river. Late summer and fallcanoeing is best from the roadcrossing east of Wakonda to theMissouri River. Colorful fallfoliage is especially showy fromVermillion southward.Exploring the Missouri River

by canoe or kayak is somethingyou'll never forget. This riverexperience, however, is not forthe novice paddler. If there isone thing that the “Mighty Mo”demands, it is respect. TheMissouri is a big river that onwindy days looks more like alarge reservoir with white-capped waves that can easilyswamp a canoe. There are norapids, but sunken sandbars,snags (uprooted trees stuck inthe river bottom that may ormay not be visible above thewater's surface), and otherobstacles abound. An eddy is asure sign of an obstacle justbelow the water's surface. TheMissouri is also 20 feet or moredeep in places. Know your pad-dling ability and don't exceed it.For more information, see page50 or visit www.nps.gov/mnrr. �

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The Missouri National Recreational RiverThe Missouri National

Recreational River preserves twostretches of the Missouri River. Itis a meandering, living river —no dams or channelization.Forming much of the borderbetween South Dakota andNebraska, it is also part of thenation’s Wild and Scenic Riversystem. Congress added the 59-mile reach between Gavins PointDam and Ponca State Park in1978 and the 39-mile reach,which includes the lower 20miles of the Niobrara River andthe lower eight miles of VerdigreCreek, between Ft. Randall Damand Running Water in 1991. In the eastern reach the "Big

Muddy" is vast, spectacular andunique, flowing fast past chalkbluffs, some as high as 100 feet.The river valley is as wide as twomiles in some places, a testa-ment to the twists and turns theriver has taken over the last sev-eral thousand years. Islands,bars, and chutes still at test tothe river’s dynamic character. The river in the western reach

is more than 20 feet deep, withthick groves of willow and cot-tonwood trees growing onnumerous islands and sandbars.Limestone bluffs rise 250 feetover the untamed river. The mainchannel twists and turns ingnarled braids from one shoreto the other, and the river flowsslower, sometimes as slow as alazy two miles per hour. Native floodplain forests, tall

and mixed grass prairie rem-nants, and the rivers and tribu-taries themselves provide habitatfor several endangered andthreatened bird and fish species.

Fishing and HuntingWalleye, largemouth bass,

smallmouth bass, bluegill, andcatfish are popular catches. Inseason hunters take geese,ducks, quail, turkeys, pheasants,and deer. Licenses are required.

Things to See and DoMost visitors come to the

Missouri National RecreationalRiver for its refreshing water andpremier boating, fishing, canoe-ing, and kayaking. You can alsocamp, tour powerhouses andhistoric sites, birdwatch, trace theLewis and Clark Expedition, visita fish hatchery and aquarium,and explore quiet trails.

Lewis and ClarkVisitor CenterVarious opportunities exist to

explore the Lewis and Clark sagaalong the Recreational River, withthe Lewis and Clark VisitorCenter at Gavins Point Dam pro-viding a particularly useful intro-duction to the story. The visitorcenter offers views of the river,Lewis and Clark Lake, andGavins Point Dam. It has infor-mation, exhibits, a theater, and abookstore. National Park Service

and Corp of Engineers staff canhelp you plan your visit.The park’s web address is

www.nps.gov/mnrr �

Get a Free Brochure for the

Missouri River Corridor

This brochure contains a map of the riveralong with information about

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Campground Directory

City/Town Name/Address/Phone

DE SMET Ingalls Homestead, 20812 Homestead Rd.1-800-776-3594, 605-854-9040

ELK POINT City Park Campground, I-29, Exit 18605-356-2141

MADISON Prairie Village Campground, 2 miles weston Hwy. 34 & 81, 1-800-693-3644

MITCHELL KOA Mitchell, 41255 S.D. Hwy. 38605-996-1131

Lake Mitchell Campground, N. Hwy. 37605-995-8457, 995-8450, 995-8455

N. SIOUX CITY Sioux City North KOA, 675 Streeter Drive1-800-562-5439, 605-232-4519

PARKSTON Dakota HorizInn Campground, 800-883-3021205 N. SD Hwy. 37, 605-928-3021

SALEM Camp America Campground25495 US 81, 605-425-9085

SIOUX FALLS Sioux Falls KOA, N. Cliff Ave. & I-901-800-KOA-9865, 605-332-9987

Tower Campground, 4501 W. 12th Street605-332-1173

Yogi Bear Camp Resort, 26014 478th Ave., Brandon, 605-332-2233, 800-638-9043

TEA Red Barn RV Park, 47003 272nd StreetI-29, Exit 73, 605-368-2268

VERMILLION Clay County Campground, Timber Road4 mi. SW of Vermillion off SD 50, 800-809-2071

Ufford Hills Campground, 605-677-87751.25 mi. E on Main Street, 605-624-3618

YANKTON Missouri River KOA, S off E. Hwy 50,807 Bill Baggs Rd, 605-260-1010, 800-562-7218

STATE CAMPGROUNDS

BERESFORD Union Grove State Park11 mi. S of Beresford off I-29, 605-987-2263

BRANDON Big Sioux Recreation Area, 4 mi. S of Brandon off I-90, Exit 406, 605-582-7243

CANISTOTA Lake Vermillion Recreation Area5 mi. S of I-90, Exit 374, 605-296-3643

CANTON Newton Hills State Park6 mi. S of Canton off Co. 135, 605-987-2263

GARRETSON Palisades State Park, 7 mi. N , 1 mi. W ofI-90, Exit 410, 605-594-3824

MADISON Lake Herman State Park, 2 mi. W of Madison off SD 34, 605-256-5003Walker’s Point Recreation Area, 9 mi. SEof Madison off SD 19, 605-256-5003

SPRINGFIELD Springfield Recreation Area, 1 mi. E of Springfield off SD 37, 605-668-2985

TABOR Tabor Lakeside Use Area, (primitive camping)6 mi. S of Tabor off SD 52, 605-668-2985

YANKTON Chief White Crane Recreation Area5 mi. SW of Yankton off SD 52, 605-668-2985Lewis & Clark Recreation Area6 mi. SW of Yankton off SD 52, 605-668-2985

Pierson Ranch Recreation Area4 mi. SW of Yankton off SD 52, 605-668-2985

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South Dakota State Parks Reservation System: 1-800-710-CAMP(2267) or www.CampSD.comThe reservation system is open year round. Reserve modern, semi-modern and equestrian campsites in most state parks and recreation areas. Campsites are reservable fromlate May through Labor Day. Big Sioux, Lewis & Clark, Newton Hills and Palisades also accept autumn reservations through early October. At other times of the year, camp-sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You can also reserve picnic shelters and camping cabins year round. Reservations can be made up to 90 days in advance.Reservations are accepted as few as two days prior to arrival when using a credit card, or 10 days for other payment methods. Lewis & Clark has designated same-dayreservation campsites. A weekend campsite report is available on the state park website at www.gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/ each Wednesday, during the reservation season.

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these listings, all information is subject to change.

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AVON North Vue Motel, 509 Poplar St, 605-286-3202 10 • • •

BRANDON Comfort Inn, I-90, Exit 406, 1105 N. Splitrock Blvd., 605-582-5777, 800-4CHOICE 48 • • • • • • •

Holiday Inn Express, 1103 N. Splitrock Blvd., 605-582-2901 68 • • • • • • • •

CANISTOTA Best Western U-Bar Motel, 130 Ash St, 605-296-3466, 800-566-8227 30 • • • • •

DAKOTA DUNES Country Inn & Suites, I-29 Exit 1, 151 Tower Rd, 605-232-3500, 800-456-4000 70 • • • • • • • • •

ELK POINT Hometowne Inn, I-29 Exit 18, 909 W Main St, 605-356-2667 18 • •

FREEMAN Fensel’s Motel & Gift Shop, 500 N. Hwy 81, 605-925-4204, 800-658-3319 10 • •

Freeman Country Inn, 1019 S. Hwy. 81, 605-925-4888 27 • • • •

HOWARD Windward Inn, Maroney Commons, 103 S. Main, 605-772-4700 24 • • • • • •

LARCHWOOD, IA Grand Falls Casino Resort, 1415 Grand Falls Blvd, 712-777-7777 97 • • • • • • • • • • •

MITCHELL Comfort Inn & Suites, 2020 Highland Way, 605-990-2400, 1-800-4CHOICE 72 • • • • • • • • •

Days Inn, I-90 & Hwy. 37, Exit 332, 1506 S. Burr, 605-996-6208, 800-329-7466 68 • • • • • • • • •

Hampton Inn, I-90 Exit 332, 1920 Highland Way, 605-995-1575, 866-252-2900 75 • • • • • • • • • •

Holiday Inn Express, 810 E. Spruce, 605-292-9292 82 • • • • • • • • •

Ramada Inn & Suites Conf. Center, I-90 Exit 330, 1525 W. Havens, 605-996-6501 153 • • • • • • • • • •

Thunderbird Lodge, I-90 Exit 332, 1601 S. Burr St, 605-996-6645, 800-996-2810 48 • • • • • •

N. SIOUX CITY Comfort Inn, I-29 Exit 2, 1311 River Dr, 605-232-3366 49 • • • • • • • • • •

Red Carpet Inn & Suites, I-29 Exit 2, 110 Sodrac Dr, 605-232-9600, 866-232-9698 35 • • • • • • • • •

PARKSTON Dakota HorizInn, 205 N. Hwy 37, 605-928-3021, 800-883-3021 43 • • • • •

SALEM Home Motel, 361 S. Nebraska, 605-425-2828 15

SIOUX FALLS AmericInn, 3508 S. Gateway Blvd, 605-361-3538, 800-634-3444 65 • • • • • • •

Best Western Empire Towers, 4100 W. Shirley Pl, 605-361-3118, 888-338-3118 62 • • • •

Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel, I-29, Exit 81, 3200 W. Maple St, 605-336-0650 228 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Center Inn, 900 E. 20th St, 605-334-9002, 800-456-0074 56 • • •

Clubhouse Hotel & Suites, 2320 S. Louise Ave., 605-361-8700, 866-534-8700 100 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Comfort Inn South, 3216 S. Carolyn Ave, 605-361-2822, 800-228-5150 65 • • • • • • •

Comfort Suites, 3208 S. Carolyn Ave, 605-362-9711, 1-800-517-4000 61 • • • • • • •

Country Inn & Suites, 200 E. 8th St, 605-373-0153, 800-456-4000 71 • • • • • • • • • •

Days Inn Empire, 3401 Gateway Blvd, 605-361-9240, 800-DAYS INN 80 • • • • • •

Fairfield Inn by Marriott, 4501 W. Empire Place, 605-361-2211, 1-800-228-2800 63 • • • • •

Guest House Inn & Suites, 3101 W. Russell St, 605-338-6242, 877-713-8106 43 • • • • • • • • •

Hampton Inn, I-29 Exit 78, 605-362-1700, 800-HAMPTON 99 • • • • • • • • •

Holiday Inn City Centre, 100 W. 8th, 605-339-2000 299 • • • • • • • • • •

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 2501 S. Shirley Ave, 605-361-0122 116 • • • • • • • • • •

Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 3821 W. Avera Drive, 605-275-4155 92 • • • • • • • • • •

Homewood Suites by Hilton, 3620 W. Avera Dr, 605-338-8585, 800-CallHome 95 • • • • • • • • • • •

Quality Inn & Suites, 5410 N. Granite Lane, 605-336-1900 93 • • • • • • • • • • •

Ramada Sioux Falls, 407 S. Lyons Ave, 605-330-0000 66 • • • • • • • • •

Red Roof Inn, 3500 S. Gateway Blvd, 605-361-1864, 800-733-7663 98 • • • • • • • • •

Residence Inn by Marriott, 4509 W. Empire Place, 605-361-2202, 1-800-331-3131 66 • • • • • • • • • •

Sleep Inn, 1500 N. Kiwanis Ave, 605-339-3992 65 • • • • • • • •

Staybridge Suites, 2505 S. Carolyn Ave., 605-361-2298, 1-800-225-1237 90 • • • • • • • • • • •

Super 8 Motel, I-229 Exit 6, 2616 E. 10th St, 605-338-8881 58 • • • • • • • •

Lodging DirectoryHOTELS / MOTELS

Number of Units

Handicap Accessible

Restaurant on Premises

Lounge on Premises

Free Cont. Breakfast

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BED & BREAKFASTS, LODGES & VACATION RENTALS

Super 8 Motel, I-29 Exit 77, 4100 W. 41st St, 605-361-9719 91 • • •

TYNDALL Shady Rest Motel, 1401 Main Street, 605-589-4002 11 •

VERMILLION Comfort Inn, 701 W. Cherry, 605-624-8333 46 • • • • • • • •

The Prairie Inn, 916 N. Dakota Street, 605-624-2824 31 • • • • • • • • •

YANKTON Best Western Kelly Inn, 1607 E. Hwy 50, 605-665-2906, 800-528-1234 121 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Days Inn, 2410 Broadway, 605-665-8717, 800-DAYS INN 46 • • • • • •

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 2607 Broadway, 605-665-3177 58 • • • • • • • •

Lewis & Clark Resort, 43496 Lakeshore Dr, Lewis and Clark Lake, 605-665-2680 24 • • • • •

Riverfront Event Center & Hotel, 121 W. 3rd St, 605-664-0121 17 • • • • • • • • • •

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Restaurant on Premises

Lounge on Premises

Free Cont. Breakfast

Swimming Pool

Jacuzzi/Whirlpool

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Meeting Room

Pets Allowed

Guest Laundry

Suites

Kitchenettes

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GEDDES The Barn Bed & Breakfast, 37191 284th St., 605-337-2483 4 LR • • • All Year

LENNOX Steever House Bed & Breakfast, 46850 276th St., 605-647-5055 3 • • • • All Year

MADISON The Lakes Resort, 20 Golf Drive, Wentworth, 605-483-3544 16 • • • • • • All Year

MENNO Country Cottage Hideaway, 28936 433rd Ave, 605-387-5256, 605-660-1410 3 • • • • • All Year

ROSEBUD Salt Camp Cabins, West BIA #7, 605-747-2206 6 3 • • • All Year

SIOUX FALLS Humphrey’s Bed & Breakfast, 3901 S. Hawthorne, 605-338-9310 2 • • All Year

SPRINGFIELD Broken Willow Lodge, 31149 SD Hwy. 37, 605-369-2565 1 • • • • All Year

Cogan House, 31133 Bon Homme Road, Tabor, 605-464-1046 4 1 • LR • • • • • All Year

North Lodge/Dakota Custom Hunt, 41876 Apple Tree Rd, 605-464-1046 3 • LR • • • • All Year

VERMILLION Buffalo Run Resort/Valiant Vineyards, 1500 W. Main, 605-624-4500 5 • • • • • • • All Year

YANKTON Lewis & Clark Resort Cabins, 43496 Lakeshore Dr, 605-665-2680 18 • • • • • • • Apr-Oct

Abbreviations: LR - Living Room/Common AreaWhile every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these listings, all information is subject to change.

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February17 Shoot From the Heart – Archery Complex, Yankton. 605-665-6766

17 Woody Music – national Music Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5306

17-19 Artists of the Plains Art Show & Sale – Sioux Falls. 605-274-4005

20 Farm and Home Show – Wessington Springs. 605-539-1929

21 River North Chicago Dance Company – Sioux Falls. 605-367-6000

24 A Touch of Brass – national Music Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5306

26 Firemen’s Sausage Supper – Delmont. 605-779-2621

28 Doc Severinsen & His Big Band – Brookings. 605-688-5188

29 “Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles” – Sioux Falls. 605-367-6000

March2 Duo Montagnard – national Music Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5306

4 “In the Heights” – Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls. 605-367-6000

9 Tab Benoit Concert – orpheum Theater, Sioux Falls. 605-335-6101

9-10 Coor’s Bull Riding Classic – Fairgrounds, Sioux Falls. 605-367-7178

16 American Spirit Concert–Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls. 605-367-6000

16 Baroque Rivalry Heats Up – national Music Museum, Vermillion.

605-677-5306

17 St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Downtown Sioux Falls. 605-336-1620

17-18 Archery Assoc. Masters – Archery Complex, Yankton. 605-661-2160

22 Farm & Home Show – Wagner. 605-384-3741

23 USD Student Showcase – national Music Museum, Vermillion.

605-677-5306

24 Farm, Home and Sports Show – Platte. 1-800-297-8175

24 Canton Community Expo – Canton. 605-764-7864

30 Celtic Crossroads – Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls. 605-367-6000

30 A Humorous Look at Trumpets – national Music Museum, Vermillion.

605-677-5306

31 Spring Flea Market and Auction – geddes. 605-337-2501

April9-11 “Shrek” the Musical – Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls. 605-367-6000

13 Music of John Denver – Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls. 605-367-6000

13 Smokin’ Joe Kubeck – orpheum Theater, Sioux Falls. 605-335-6101

13 Musical Saw – national Music Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5306

15 Polar Plunge – Yankton. 605-660-0574 or 605-661-0524

19 The Midtown Men Concert – Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls.

605-367-6000

20 Musical Journey Around the World – national Music Museum,

Vermillion. 605-677-5306

21 Earth Day Party – great Plains Zoo, Sioux Falls. 605-367-7003

26-27 Kyai Rengga Manis Everist Gamelan Program – national Music

Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5306

27-28 44th Annual Dakota Conference: Wounded Knee – Center for Western

Studies, Sioux Falls. 605-274-4005

28 RiverRat Marathon & Off-Road Bike Race – Yankton.

www.riverratmarathon.com

May4 Silver & Wood – national Music Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5306

4-5 Fishing Tournament – Snake Creek rec Area, Platte. 888-297-8175

4-20 “Sweeney Todd” – orpheum Theater, Sioux Falls. 605-360-4800

5 Critter De Mayo – great Plains Zoo, Sioux Falls. 605-367-7003

5 Consignment Auction – Prairie Village, Madison. 605-256-3644

5 Cinco De Mayo – Downtown Sioux Falls. 605-336-1620

6 Loyalty Day/Parade – Brandon. 582-7400

12 Brookings Marathon – Brookings. 605-697-9500

18 Beginning Geocaching–Lewis & Clark rec Area, Yankton. 605-668-2985

18-20 South Dakota Birding Festival – Wagner Area. 605-384-3741

19 Fantastic Family Fishing – Palisades, garretson. 605-594-3824

19 Youth Activity Day – newton Hills State Park, Canton. 605-987-2263

19-20 Spring Open House – Wilde Prairie Winery, Brandon. 605-310-7384

26 Memorial Weekend in Mitchell – 605-990-4500

26-27 South Dakota Kayak Challenge – Yankton, Missouri national

recreational river. 605-864-9011

27 Geocaching 101 – newton Hills State Park, Canton. 605-987-2263

28 Memorial Day Program & Smorgasbord – geddes. 605-337-2188

28 Memorial Day Program – Delmont. 605-779-2621

31 Argus Leader Ribfest – Sioux Falls. 605-367-7288

June1-2 SD Street Rod River Run – Chamberlain. 605-734-5632

1-3 Argus Leader Ribfest – Sioux Falls. 605-367-7288

1-3 Tractor Ride – Prairie Village, Madison. 605-256-3644

2-3 Siouxland Renaissance Festival – Sioux Falls. 866-489-9241

2012 Calendar of Events

Schmeckfest: March 23-24 & 30-31Schmeckfest means “tasting festival”. Features a fullthree course ethnic meal, culinary and handicraftdemonstrations, historical presentations and exhibitsand a full stage musical theater production of “TheWizard of oz”. 2012 will be the 54th annual festival!

Freeman, 605-925-4237, www.schmeckfest.com

Free Fishing Weekend: May 18-20South Dakota's fishing waters, excluding tribaltrust land, are open to anyone this weekend tofish without a license.There is also free entrance into all State Parksduring the entire weekend.

State Parks, 605-773-3391, www.gfp.sd.gov

Foothills Rodeo: May 26-279th Annual SDrA rodeo includes Bare Back,Saddlebronc, Steer Wrestling, roping, LadiesBarrel racing and goat Tying, BULL riDing,Kids Mutton Bustin, and more.

Wessington Springs, 605-539-1929www.wessingtonsprings.com

8 Northern Bull Riding Tour – Prairie Village, Madison. 605-256-3644

8-9 Hot Dog Days – Tyndall. 605-589-4050

9 Zippity Zoo Day – great Plains Zoo, Sioux Falls. 605-367-7003

9 Herman Luce Pioneer Days – Lake Herman, Madison. 605-256-5003

9-10 Great Plains Balloon Race – Sioux Falls. 605-310-2337

14-16 Teapot Days – Tea. 605-498-5191

15-16 Prairie Hills Art Show – Wessington Springs. 605-539-1963

16 DakotaMan Triathalon – Lake Alvin recreation Area, Harrisburg.

605-987-2263

16-17 Mighty Mo Car Show – Chamberlain. 605-734-6049

17-22 Tour de Kota Bike Tour – Southeast South Dakota. 605-331-2200

22 Dalesburg Midsummer Festival – rural Vermillion. 605-624-5571

22-24 Motongator Joe’s Country Music Festival – Madison. 605-256-3644

23 Native American/Fur Trader Re-enactment – geddes. 605-337-2501

24 Brookings Kite Festival – Brookings. 605-688-5423

29-30 Automania – Sioux Falls. 605-338-4009

29-30 QuiltFest – Freeman. 605-925-4237, djpullman@svtv.com

30 Women’s Try It Day – outdoor Campus, Sioux Falls. 605-362-2777

30 Tri-State Old Iron Tractor Show/Parade – Yankton. 605-668-2985

30 GPS Cache Dash – Lewis & Clark rec Area, Yankton. 605-668-2985

30 Ribs at the Ranch – Freeman Academy, Freeman. 605-925-4237

July1 Automania – Sioux Falls. 605-338-4009

1 40th Birthday Party – Palisades State Park, garretson. 605-594-3824

3 Cruise Night – Lennox. 605-366-6202

3-4 Toilet Bowl Races, Fireworks & more – Centerville. 605-563-2291

4 Fireworks Over Lake Herman – Madison. 605-256-2454

4 Fireworks, Parade, Road Race, BBQ – Menno. 605-387-2427

4 July 4th Celebration – Vermillion. 605-624-5571

4 Kid’s Day – Delmont. 605-779-2621

4 Old Fashioned 4th of July – Lennox. 605-366-6202

4 Fireworks – Avon. 605-286-3213

4 Fireworks Over the Missouri River – Yankton. 605-668-5242

7-8 Railroad Days – Prairie Village, Madison. 605-256-3644

12-14 Antique Tractor Ride – Yankton. 605-665-9785

13-15 Hot Harley Nights – Sioux Falls. 605-334-2721

14 Dutch Oven Gathering – Big Sioux rec Area, Brandon. 605-582-7243

14-15 Summer Arts Festival – Brookings. 605-692-2787

18 Hot Summer Nites: Vettes & Harleys – Sioux Falls. 605-338-4009

20-22 Danish Days Festival – Viborg. 605-326-5344

20-22 Powwow Days–Santee Sioux 50th Annual Wacipi, Flandreau. 605-997-3891

21 Dakota Irish Fair – Sioux Falls. 605-373-9154

21-22 AirVenture Cup Race – Mitchell. 414-764-3854

21-22 Sioux Falls Air Show – Sioux Falls. 800-333-2072

22 Miss Prairie Village/Miss Prairie Princess Pageant – Prairie

Village, Madison. 605-256-3644

27-28 Play in Platte Weekend – Platte. 888-297-8175, www.plattesd.org

28 Mart in the Park & Road Races – Madison. 605-256-2454

28 Christmas in July – Walker’s Point rec Area, Madison. 605-256-5003

28 Saturday in the Park & Cruise Night – Canton. 866-445-9603

29 Canton Car Show – Canton. 605-764-7864

August3-5 Sioux River Folk Festival – newton Hills State Park, Canton. 605-987-2582

3-5 Brandon Hometown Days – Brandon. 582-7400

4 Classic Car & Antique Tractor Show – Wessington Springs.

605-539-1805

4 Big Sioux Bustle - GPS/Geocaching Race – Brandon. 605-582-7243

4 Prairie Festival – Armour. 605-724-2468

4 Old Fashioned Saturday Night & Car Show – Avon. 605-286-3213

4 Outdoor University – outdoor Campus, Sioux Falls. 605-362-2777

5 19th Annual Car Show – Prairie Village, Madison. 605-256-3644

7-12 Sioux Empire Fair – Sioux Falls. 605-367-7178

9-11 Clay County Fair – Fair grounds, Vermillion. 605-624-5571

9-12 Harvey Dunn Plein Air Event – DeSmet. 605-854-3176

10-12 Fur Trader Days – geddes. 605-337-2501

10-12 Scottie Stampede Rodeo & Kuchen Feier – Scotland. 605-583-4419

11 Adams Homestead Celebration – Adams Homestead and nature

Preserve, north Sioux City. 605-232-0873

13-16 Turner County Fair – Parker. 605-297-4428

South Dakota Shakespeare Festival: June 8-10outdoor Shakespeare performances and theatre workshops for all ages. All festival events are freeand open to the public. Photo from USD’s Twelfth Night.

Vermillion, 605-622-0423www.sdshakespearefestival.org

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Czech Days: June 14-16enjoy old european traditions including Czechfoods, music, polka dance-ff contest, kolace bakingdemos, souvenirs, parades, entertainment, museums, folk dancing, pedal tractor pull, craft fair,quilt show, fireworks and more.

Tabor, 605-463-2476, www.taborczechdays.com

Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo: July 19-22Annual PrCA rodeo featuring professional cow-boys from throughout the US. Parade on Saturday. Cowboy Church and Chili cook-off on Sunday.

Mitchell, 605-770-4919 www.cornpalacestampede.com

JazzFest: July 26-28JazzFest is a three-day outdoor musical event,featuring two stages and a wide variety of musicincluding jazz, blues, Zydeco, Latin, reggae, bigband, rock, soul, funk and more. Free to the public!

Sioux Falls, 605-335-6101 www.jazzfestsiouxfalls.com

Quarry Days: June 22-24Quarry Days features a golf tournament, tractor pull,baseball game, entertainment at the historic amphi-theater, parade, car show, fireworks, and the annualcardboard boat regatta on the Big Sioux river.

Dell Rapids, 605-428-4167www.cityofdellrapids.org

Jesse James Days: June 22-24See a Jesse James gang bank robbery, parade,horse drawn wagon rides, cowboy fast draw,tractor pull, entertainment, fishing derby, food, kidsactivities, explore Devil’s gulch and enjoy a scenicpontoon ride on the Split rock river.

Garretson, 605-594-6721, www.garretsonsd.com

Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant: July 6-8, 13-15 & 20-22 Unique outdoor theatre experience held on theprairie south of DeSmet. Actors bring Laura’s book,“The Long Winter”, to life. Free wagon rides for kids.DeSmet, 800-776-3594 or 800-800-3383,www.desmetpageant.org

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18 Riverboat Days Extreme Bull Riding Tour – Yankton. 605-665-9231

18 Downtown Live – Falls Park, Sioux Falls. 605-338-4009

18 Perseid Meteor Show/Star Party – Palisades, garretson. 605-594-3824

21-23 DakotaFest – Mitchell. 605-996-5567, 1-800-827-8007

22 Miller Lite Bull Bash – Mitchell. 605-770-8299

24-25 Bull-A-Rama – Vermillion. 605-624-5571

25-26 “Bash to the Colonies” Sailboat Regatta – Yankton. 605-665-2680

31 Beginning Geocaching – Pierson ranch, Yankton. 605-668-2985

September1 Monarch Butterfly Tagging – Palisades, garretson. 605-594-3824

1-3 Labor Day Celebration – Wagner. 605-384-3741

2 Dutch Oven Chili Cookoff – Lake Vermillion rec Area. 605-296-3643

2 Triple V Triathalon – Lewis & Clark rec Area, Yankton. 605-668-2985

8 Foothills Bull Bash – Wessington Springs. 605-539-0014

8 Menno Car Show – Menno. 605-387-5607, www.mennosd.org

Steam Threshing Jamboree: August 23-26This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Jamboree and will feature John Deere. Parades,huge flea market, steam and horse threshing,machinery demos, tractor pulls, train and carouselrides, free musical entertainment, exhibits, more.

Madison, 605-256-3644, www.prairievillage.org

Great Dakota Wine Fest: August 25-26South Dakota wine sampling, grape stomp, amateur wine maker’s contest, cooking demonstrations, music, food and craft vendors.

Valiant Vineyards, Vermillion, 605-624-4500www.greatdakotawinefest.com

Rockin’ Ribfest: September 1Yankton’s biggest block party! Savory ribs, classicrock bands, free kid’s playland, amateur rib contest, vendors and much more.

Downtown Yankton, 605-260-3003www.historicdowntownyankton.com

Ribs, Rods & Rock ‘n Roll: September 7-8KCBS sanctioned BBQ event with world-classcompetitors. Classic Car Show & Shine, MotorcycleFun run, cooking demos, Kids Zone, food & craftvendors, live music, street dance.

Vermillion, 605-624-5571www.sdbbq.us

Grape Stomp Harvest Festival: September 8Vineyard tour, wine tasting, help harvest grapesand get paid in grape juice or wine, live music,children’s activities, pressing demonstration,

Schadé Vineyard, Volga, 605-627-5545www.schadevineyard.com

Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival:August 17-19Held in riverside Park, on the banks of theMissouri river, featuring an arts festival, foodbooths, entertainment in the Amphitheatre andthroughout the park, plus much more.

Yankton, 605-665-1657, www.riverboatdays.com

Kuchen & Old Time Harvest Festivals:September 8-9get your fill of Kuchen and take some home toenjoy later, tour the Pumphouse Museum, craftshow, tractor pull, threshing and demonstrations,old-time music, horse and wagon rides, plus more.

Delmont, 605-779-2621, www.delmontsd.org

Sidewalk Arts Festival: September 8over 225 vendors: fine art, folk art, craft, non-profit,and large food court, activities for kids, live entertainment throughout the festival. Free event.over 40,000 shoppers attend each year.

Downtown Sioux Falls, 605-367-7397 www.sidewalkarts.org

Corn Palace Festival: August 22-26Celebrates the redecoration of the Corn Palace withindoor concerts featuring nationally known entertain-ment, free stage entertainment, open class exhibits,a carnival, food and specialty vendors. one of SouthDakota’s longest running annual events.

Mitchell, 605-995-8427, www.cornpalace.com

Quilts and Vines: August 11Stroll through 400 quilts draped over grape vines,antique cars and on the barn. Sample wines fromStrawbale Winery and enjoy musical entertainment.

Strawbale Winery, Renner, 605-543-5071www.strawbalewinery.com

LifeLight Outdoor Christian Music Festival:August 31 - September 2The nation's largest Free outdoor music festival.it’s your family fun destination featuring six stages,childrens' games, inflatables, skate park, arts,shopping, food/snacks, coffeehouse, and camping.

Worthing, 605-338-2847, www.lifelight.org

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8 German Fest – Sioux Falls. 605-274-2423

9 Homesteader Day Celebration – Beaver Creek nature Area, Brandon.

605-594-3824

14-15 St. Joseph’s Indian School Powwow – Chamberlain. 800-584-9200

21-23 S. D. Old Time Fiddle Contest & Jamboree – Yankton. 605-357-9357

22 Outkasts Cruise-in & Car Show – Mitchell. 605-996-7203

27-30 Northern Plains Indian Art Market – Sioux Falls. www.npiam.org

28 Lyrics of Love, Loss & Redemption – national Music Museum, Vermillion.

605-677-5306

28-30 South Dakota Festival of Books – Sioux Falls, 605-688-6113.

29 Northern Plains Powwow and Buffalo Feed – Sioux Falls.

www.npiam.org

October6 FestiFALL & Candlelight Walk – newton Hills, Canton. 605-987-2263

6 Festival of the Bands Parade – Downtown Sioux Falls. 605-338-4009

13 Harvest Festival – Strawbale Winery, renner. 605-543-5071

14 Fall Classic Demolition Derby – geddes. 605-337-2501

19-21 ZooBoo – great Plains Zoo, Sioux Falls. 605-367-7003

20 Sacota Holiday & Craft Fair – Wessington Springs. 605-539-1515

20-21 Fall Open House – Wilde Prairie Winery, Brandon. 605-310-7384

21 Welcome Fall Festival – W.H. over Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5228

27 Fall Flea Market & Community Auction – geddes. 605-337-2501

27 Spooktacular Trails – Big Sioux recreation Area, Brandon. 605-582-7243

November3 3rd Annual Pro Hockey Celebrity Hunt – Mitchell. 605-996-7450

9-10 Paralyzed Veterans of America Pheasant Hunt – Platte.

605-337-2170

19 Parade of Lights – Mitchell. 605-996-5567

23 Parade of Lights – Sioux Falls. 605-338-4009

23 Parade of Lights and Chili Feed – Chamberlain. 605-234-4416

24 Parade of Lights – Avon. 605-286-3213

24 Chamber Show & Sell Craft Expo – Madison. 605-256-2454

30 Country Christmas – Centerville. 605-563-2291

December1-2 Country Christmas – Centerville. 605-563-2291

1 Christmas at the Dells – Dell rapids. 605-428-4167

1 Festival of Trees, Craft Fair – Canton. 605-764-7864

1 Victorian Christmas – Dakota Discovery Museum, Mitchell. 605-996-2122

1 Holiday Open House – Schadé Vineyard, Volga. 605-627-5545

2 Christmas Festival – W.H. over Museum, Vermillion. 605-677-5228

3 Christmas Parade, Soup & Pie Supper – Canton. 605-764-7864

7 Home for the Holidays – Downtown Vermillion. 605-624-5571

8 Day with Santa – Madison. 605-256-2454

12 Christmas in Geddes – geddes. 605-337-2501

13-22 Twilight Flights – Strawbale Winery, renner. 605-543-5071

15 Santa Day & Chili Feed – Avon. 605-286-3213

22 Chili & Pie Feed – Wessington Springs. 605-539-1541

31 Simply South Dakota Tasting Event – Delmont. 605-779-2621

Ongoing Exhibits & EventsYear Round - Sculpture Walk – Downtown Sioux Falls. 605-339-8359

Memorial Day to Labor Day - Falls Park Sound and Light Show –

Falls Park, Sioux Falls. 605-338-4009

May 31 - Aug 30 (Thurs evenings) - Summer Porch Series –

Strawbale Winery, renner. 605-543-5071

May-Sept - State Parks Hikes & Programs – State Parks. 605-773-3485

June-Sept (2nd & 4th Friday) - Evening in the Vineyard –

Wilde Prairie Winery, Brandon. 605-582-6471

For complete, updated calendar of events, visit www.southeastsouthdakota.com

We recommend that you call ahead to confirm event information.

Pioneer Power Show: September 22-23This annual event is a steam, gas and toy show.Features include: 1884 school house railway depotand section car, Murray Corlis stationary steamengine, sawmill, crafts, historic buildings, steamthreshing, jail, flour mill, blacksmithing and a parade.

Menno, 605-387-5166, www.pioneeracres.com

Hobo Marlin’s Pumpkin Train: October 6ride the train to the Pumpkin Patch! Children age12 & under pick a pumpkin from the patch. Come enjoy the fun and games along with donutsand cider. Beware of the ghost, "Hobo Marlin"!

Prairie Village, Madison, 605-256-3644 www.prairievillage.org

Pheasant Season Open: October 20, 2012 - January 6, 2013Hunters from across the nation descend on theregion in the fall for their chance at South Dakota’swily state bird, the Chinese ringnecked Pheasant.

605-773-3485 • www.gfp.sd.gov/hunting

Christmas at the Homestead: November 10Adams Homestead house, church and school aredecorated for the Christmas season. Tours, refresh-ments, carolers and arts and crafts vendors.

Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve,North Sioux City, 605-232-0873, www.gfp.sd.gov

Winter Wonderland Kick-off: November 17Winter Wonderland at Falls Park is a dazzling displayof holiday lights for all ages. Children can visit Santa& Mrs. Claus. This event is Free for the entire family!Park downtown and ride the free Trolley to Falls Park.

Falls Park, Sioux Falls, 605-336-1620 www.visitsiouxfalls.com

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Southeast Region Services DirectoryServices are organized under these headings:

Southeast Region Services Directory

Describes hotels, motels, re-sorts, lodges, inns, vacationhome rentals, bed and break-fast establishments, etc....

Lists private campgrounds. (Achart showing more privateand public campgroundsappears on page 55).

Covers restaurants of everysort, from home-style cookingto elegant dining.

Encompasses a variety ofessential services.

Highlights attractions, activi-ties and recreational opportu-nities for the whole family,ranging from festivals andprairie towns to zoos andmuseums.

Covers retail specialty shops,galleries and souvenir stores.

This section contains descriptionsof accommodations, campgrounds,restaurants, attractions and othertraveler services in the SoutheastRegion. The listings are arrangedalphabetically by city. Each cityheading is followed by a briefstatement about the community, itsservices and visitor highlights.Community and business listings

that include a Great ★ Servicesymbol have completed the criteriarequired in customer service trainingby the South Dakota Department ofTourism. This symbol is not a ratingor endorsement of a business or oftheir services, but is an award torecognize those who are committed toproviding quality customer service.

BrandonExciting Outdoor Activities,Restaurants, Entertainment,Shopping, American IndianBurial Ground, Two StateParks, Lookout Tower, Home-town Days Festival, and muchmore! Your first and easieststop for food, gas, camping,pharmacy, car repairs, hotelsand other travel necessities.P.O. Box 182, 109 N. PipestoneAve., Brandon, SD 57005,6 0 5 - 5 8 2 - 7 4 0 0 , em a i l :brancofc@alliancecom.netwww.brandonvalleychamber.com

Comfort Inn: Your first stopin South Dakota! ComfortSunsh ine™ Breakfas t .Business center, indoor pool,hot tub, fitness center andmilk and cookie receptionevery night! Great diningright next to hotel andconveniently located right offInterstate 90 at Exit 406.1105 N. Splitrock Blvd.,B r a n d o n , SD 5 7 0 0 5 ,605-582-5777 or 1 -800 -4 C H O I C E , e m a i l :c i @ a l l i a n c e c o m . n e t ,www.comfortinn.com/hotel/sd065

Holiday Inn Express &Suites: New hotel with agreat indoor waterpark!Five miles east of SiouxFalls at exit 406 on I-90, weoffer a 210 foot raft slidefor the big kids and agreat splash pool and playarea for the little ones.Enjoy our free breakfastand free internet access,a n d a f u l l s e r v i c eres taurant next door.1103 N. Splitrock Blvd.,Brandon, SD, 605-582-2901,www.brandon-express.com

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Best Western U-Bar Motel:5 miles south of Interstate 90,Exit 368. Quiet, park-like set-ting, cable TV, guest laundry,free continental breakfast,non-smoking rooms, queen,king and extra long beds,wheelchair accessible rooms,kitchenettes. 3-1/2 blockssouth of Ortman ChiropracticClinic. 130 Ash Street,Canistota, SD 57012. 1-800-566-8227.

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Great ★ ServiceThe Great ServiceStar designation whichaccompanies many listingsis available through theSouth Dakota Office ofTourism and is designed torecognize businesses thathave completed a set ofcriteria of hospitalityt ra in ing f o r the i remployees. Participantscompleting the programmay use the symbol intheir marketing to showvisitors their commitmentto “Great Service.”

Wilde Prairie Winery: Joinus in the country for a tasteof our handcrafted winesfrom South Dakota growngrapes, fruits and dandelions.Winery and vineyard are onour farm just north of I-90west of Highway 11. Friday -Sunday May 1st to December31st. 48052 259th Street,Brandon, 605-582-6471,www.wildeprairiewinery.com

Country Inn & Suites:69 cozy, comfortable roomsincluding suites w/wo whirl-pool. Complimentary continen-tal breakfast, free weekdaynewspaper, in-room coffeemakers, high speed internet.Indoor pool/whirl-pool, meetingroom, guest laundry, Graham’sGr i l l & Pub a t tached .Convenience store, golf coursesand scenic trail nearby. I-29Exit 1, just north of Sioux City,Iowa. 605-232-3500 or 1-800-456-4000. Great ★ Service

Camping Reservations Hundreds of campers headfor State Parks on theweekend. Reserve camp-sites up to 90 daysin advance at 1-800-7 1 0 - CAMP ( 2 2 6 7 ) o rwww.CampSD.com

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Dell RapidsKnown for “The Dells,” scenicrose quartzite rock formations.Distinctive architecture fromthe 1880s through the 1930s.Dell Rapids’ Historic BusinessDistrict is listed on theNational Register of HistoricPlaces. Camping and lodgingfac i l i t i e s avai lab le . POBox 10 , De l l Rapids ,SD 57022, 605-428-3595,www.cityofdellrapids.org

Elk PointLocated in the southeast cornerof South Dakota, Elk Point is atown full of history. Enjoy theCity Park, nine-hole golfcourse , Union CountyMuseum. Camping hook-upsin the park, motel, restaurantsand gas stations. Explore thehistory of Elk Point. 605-356-3336, www.elkpoint.org

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Fensel’s Motel & Gift Shop:Clean, cozy rooms withphones, cable TV and reason-able rates. One of the largestgift shops specializing in deco-rative and floral accents.Camper plug-ins. Major creditcards accepted. Complimen-tary coffee & cookies in giftshop for prearranged grouptours. 500 N. US Hwy. 81.Reservations Ph: 1-800-658-3319.

Heritage Hall Museum hasone of the largest NativeAmerican artifact exhibits inupper Midwest. Featuringpioneer tools, machinery,autos, motorcycles, 1927 air-

plane, large wildlife display,toys, buildings & much more!Admission $2-$4, Tues. - Sat.11am-4:30pm, Sun. 1pm-4:30pm. Memorial Day toLabor Day or by appointment.748 South Main, Freeman,SD 57029, 605-925-7545,www.freemanmuseum.org, email:info@freemanmuseum.org

Garretson

Devil’s Gulch/Split RockPark: Garretson, SD, 605-594-6721. Free family attraction.Explore natural beauty of redquartzite formations, border-ing Split Rock River. Legendsof outlaws Jesse and FrankJames. Hiking trails, geology,history, picnicking and camp-ing. Nature at its finest, 20minutes NE of Sioux Falls.Home of Jesse James PontoonRides. www.garretsonsd.com

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Heartland Country CornMaze: New family activity.Navigate this 11-acre cornmaze in a new design for 2012.Maze map, questions, andcheckpoints with answers.Find hidden checkpoint for afree treat. Bring flashlights forafter dark fun. Concessionsand restrooms. 2 ½ mi. E. ofHarrisburg, S. 1 ½ mi. on Hwy11. Hours: Aug 10th - Oct. 21st;Fri. 5-9, Sat. 12-9; Sun. 12-5.Ph: 605-743-5984. www.heartlandcountrycornmaze.com

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Steever House Bed &Breakfast: 1910 Victorian,peaceful rural setting. 10miles south of Sioux Falls, I-29exit 68, 2 mi. west. Threequeen rooms w/private baths,TVs; King suite, private bath,whirlpool, fireplace, TV. Fullbreakfast included. Free WIFI.$95-165. 46850 276th St.,Lennox, SD. Ph: 605-647-5055.email: info@steeverhouse.com,www.steeverhouse.com

MadisonMadison, located on Highway34, less than an hour fromSioux Falls, is nestled betweenLake Herman and LakeMadison. Camping, fishing,golfing, hunting & snowmobil-ing are available in season. Avariety of lodging and diningoptions offer something foreveryone. Madison Chamber ofCommerce, P.O. Box 467,Madison, SD 57042. Ph: 605-256-2454, email: director@chamberofmadisonsd.com,www.chamberofmadisonsd.com

Historic Prairie Village: 40restored buildings, Saturdaytrain rides at 2:00 pm, dailycarousel rides, chapel car“Emmanuel”, 50th Anniver-sary Steam ThreshingJamboree featuring JohnDeere. August 23-26. Specialevents-summer. Open Mother’sDay - Labor Day. Camping-electricity, 2 shower houses.Weddings, reunions, businesspicnics. PO Box 256, Madison,SD 57042, 1-800-693-3644,www.prairievillage.org

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The Grand Opera House,built in 1888, was exquisitelyrefurbished in 2009. Enjoyconcerts and plays or reservefor private functions andweddings. The elegant settingis perfect for relaxing witha glass of wine while enjoyinga meal at one of ourdinner theaters. 605-428-3580,w w w . d e l l r a p i d s g r a n doperahouse . com, emai l :thegrandoperahouse@live.com

Maroney Commons deliversstate-of-the-art meeting andconference space, brandnew well-appointed hotelaccommodations at WindwardInn and a remarkable culinaryexperience at ForecastRestaurant, South Dakota’snewest fine dining restaurant.Take a trip off the beaten pathand discover more than youmight expect at MaroneyCommons . Howard , SD,www.maroneycommons.com

Mitchell boasts historical andcultural attractions includingthe World’s Only Corn Palace;Carnegie Resource Center;Dakota Discovery Museum;McGovern Legacy Museum;and the Prehistoric IndianVillage. Over 1,000 hotel/motel rooms, 7 campgrounds,and over 50 restaurants. 601N. Main St., Mitchell, SD57301, (605) 996-6223, 866-273-CORN(2676). email:c v b @ v i s i t m i t c h e l l . c om ,www.visitmitchell.com

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Comfort Inn & Suites: Exit332, one block south. Enjoyluxury accommodations at anaffordable price. Indoorwaterpark, wireless internet,business center, exercise room,suites, meeting room. Located¼ mile from Cabela’s -connected to HighlandConference Center. Adjacentrestaurants - Ruby Tuesday,and Blarney Pub & Grill. Forreservations call 605-990-2400 or 800 -4CHOICE,www.choicehotels.com

Days Inn: Interstate 90 andHwy 37, Exit 332. Recentlyremodeled, Indoor waterpark,meeting room, Queen, Kingand Suites, guest laundry,airport shuttle, pets allowed,h a n d i c a p a c c e s s i b l e .Restaurants and shoppingnearby. 1506 S. Burr, Mitchell,SD 57301. 605-996-6208, 800-329-7466. www.daysinn.com

Hampton Inn of Mitchell:I-90 Exit 332. Renovated in2010. Experience ultimateservice and clean, newlyremodeled, comfortable accom-modations. “On the House” hotbreakfast. Microwave, refrig-erator and free wireless highspeed internet access in everyroom. 1920 Highland Way,I-90 Exit 332. Ph: 605-995-1575 or 1-866-252-2900.www.mitchell.hamptoninn.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel& Suites: All rooms have com-plimentary hardwire and wire-less internet access, 42 inchLCD TV’s, HBO and in-roomcoffee. Suites also have sofasleeper, mini refrigerator andmicrowave. ComplimentaryExpress Start Breakfast Bar.Pool with 130 foot water slide!810 E. Spruce, Mitchell, SD57301. Ph: 605-292-9292.www.hiexpress.com/mitchellsdemail: mitchellholidayinnexpress@yahoo.com

Thunderbird Lodge: 48 unitnewly renovated property.Locally owned and operated.Great service and value foryour lodging needs. Freedeluxe continental breakfast,hot tub/ sauna, beer/liquoravailable. Every room has 27inch TV, coffeemaker, hairdry-er, iron/board, high speedInternet. AAA rated property.I-90 Exit 332, 1 block north.PO Box 984. Ph: 1-800-996-2810 or 605 -996 -6645 .www.thunderbird-lodge.com

Mitchell KOA: Open May 1through November 3, 2012.Camping cabins, pull thrusites, 50 amp, Free WiFi,propane, pool in season.Online reservations atKOA.com. Exit 335 off of I-90.41255 SD Hwy 38, Mitchell,SD 57301. Ph: 605-996-1131o r 1 - 8 0 0 - KOA - 1 2 3 6 .www. k o a . c om , em a i l :camp@mitchellkoa.com

Dakota Discovery Museum:Experience culture and historyof the Upper Great Plains.History gallery, art galleries ofOscar Howe, Charles Hargensand others, restored 1886Italianate home, 1914 railroaddepot, 1885 country school and1908 church. 1300 McGovernAve., on the campus of DakotaWesleyan University, Mitchell,SD. Ph: 605-996-2122,info@dakotadiscovery.com,www.dakotadiscovery.com

Salem

Home Motel: Located 3 milesnorth of I-90, exit 364 on Hwy81. Comforts of home includeclean rooms, close to restau-rants, phones & cable TV. Weoffer triple, double & singlerooms. Travelers, Sportsmenand Bikers are welcome. 361 S.Nebraska St., Salem, SD5 7 0 7 8 , 6 0 5 - 4 2 5 - 2 8 2 8 ,www.home-motel.com or email:homemotel@triotel.net

Camp America Camp-ground: Shaded tent sites,level full hook-up pull-thrus.Pool, free WiFi, laundry, store,playground, fire rings, mini-golf, labyrinth. Near Mitchell,Sioux Falls, Madison PrairieVillage and Laura Ingalls’DeSmet home. 1.5 miles N. ofI-90, Exit 364. 25495 US 81,Salem, SD 57058, 605-425-9085, www.campsalemsd.com

Sioux Falls

Best Western Plus SiouxFalls Ramkota Hotel &Conference Center: Weinvite you to come and makeGREAT MEMORIES with us.Splash-RAGEOUS IndoorWaterPark with a 130’ water-slide, children’s WaterPlayLand and Outdoor Pool.Maple Street Café-Kids 10 andunder eat for 99 cents (withpaying adult), Frankie’s SportsBar & Grill with 12 flat panelTV’s. Ramkota Rascals Kids’Club. Free WIFI. Minutes frommany Sioux Falls attractions

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Mitchell Visitor Informa-tion Center: Open seven daysa week, May 1 – September30, 8am - 6pm. Free visitorassistance, travel counselingservices, brochures, and maps.Our travel information special-ists can help you make themost of your time in Mitchelland the region. Located at I-90Exit 332.

Corn Palace: The unique“ear”chitecture of the CornPalace is decorated each yearwith thousands of bushels ofcorns, grains and native grass-es. Free admission! Gift shops!Hours: 8am-9pm Daily,Memorial Day - Labor Day(free tours and video); 8am-5pm Daily, April - May & Sept -Nov; 8am-5pm Weekdays,Dec - March. Family approvedattraction. 604 N MainStreet, Mitchell, SD, 57301,8 6 6 - 2 7 3 - C ORN ( 2 6 7 6 ) ,w w w . c o r n p a l a c e . c o m ,www. v i s i tm i t c h e l l . c om ;cvb@visitmitchell.com Great ★ Service

Corn Palace Festival: Oneof South Dakota’s longestrunning annual events -celebrates the redecoration ofthe Corn Palace. The CornPalace Festival features familyentertainment, carnival rides,open class exhibits, food andspecialty vendors, indoorconcerts with national enter-tainment and free stage enter-tainment. August 22-26, 2012.www.cornpalace.com, email:cornpalace@cornpalace.com, 1-800-289-7469.

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and shopping. Complimentaryairport and local shuttle. PetFriendly. AAA Discounts.BW/Harley-Davidson RiderFriendly Group Rates avail-able. 3200 W Maple Street,Sioux Falls, SD 57107.Reservations 605-336-0650 or800 -528 -1234 , emai l :reservations@ramkotasf.com,www.SiouxFalls.BWRamkota.com

Center Inn: Convenientlylocated adjacent to the SiouxFalls Specialty Hospital,across from Avera McKennanHospital. Center Inn providesits guest with a continentalbreakfast, 24 hour coffee and24 hour desk service. 900 E.20th Street, Sioux Falls, SD57105. Ph: 605-334-9002,1 -800 -456 -0074 . emai l :centerinn@midconetwork.com,www.thecenterinn.com

Clubhouse Hotel & Suites:“When 2nd Best Just Isn’tEnough” stay at Sioux Falls’premier upscale hotel.Connected to Johnny Carino’sItalian. 100 exquisite guestrooms including 60 fabuloussuites. Complimentary deluxecontinental breakfastincluding hot waffles. Indoorwater playland and hot tub.Great Room with fireplace andfabulous outdoor courtyardwith fire pits and gazebo. Takea relaxing walk or bike ridealong the river trail – bikesavailable for hotel guests.Great location in the heart ofSioux Falls’ best dining andshopping. Minutes from areaattractions. Complimentaryairport and local shuttleserv i ce . C lub RewardsProgram. AAA Discounts. Petfriendly. 2320 S Louise Avenue,Sioux Falls, SD 57106,I-29 Exit 78 (East one block).605-361-8700, Reservations8 6 6 - 5 3 4 - 8 7 0 0 , em a i l :SiouxFalls@ClubHouse-Hotel.com,www.SiouxFalls.ClubHouseInn.com

Hampton Inn: Near theEmpire Mall, several restau-rants, and Century Theaters.100% Hampton Guarantee.“On the House” breakfast, 24hour indoor pool, whirlpool,and exercise room. Free localcalls, complimentary wirelessinternet, refrigerators, micro-waves, and 32” flat paneltelevisions in every room.I-29, Exit 78. Ph: 605-362-1700 or 800-Hampton.www.siouxfalls.hamptoninn.com

Holiday Inn Express &Suites: Conveniently locatedoff 69th and Louise Avenue,our brand new hotel is theperfect place for your stay. Ourhotel offers a large pool areawith water features, hotbreakfast with pancakes, guestlaundry, an extended fitnessfacility & state of the art busi-ness center. Ph: 605-275-4155Website: www.hiexpress.comemail: fsdsf@midconetwork.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel& Suites: Near the EmpireMall: Easy I-29 access, 116room property with compli-mentary fitness center, busi-ness center, free guest laundryand hot breakfast buffet,indoor pool and whirlpool. Wehave exceptional customerservice and clean rooms.Ph: 605-361-0122, email:hiexp@midconetwork.com,Website: www.hiexpress.com/siouxfallssd

Humphrey’s Bed &Breakfast: Queen AnneHome, built in 1890 and on theHistoric Register. 2 rooms plussitting room and full breakfastserved. 3901 S. Hawthorne,Sioux Falls, SD 57105,6 0 5 - 3 3 8 - 9 3 1 0 , em a i l :ckhpf@msn.com

Staybridge Suites: North ofthe Empire Mall. Get comfort-able. 90 Studio or one or twobedroom two-bath suites, sepa-rate living and sleeping areas.Kitchens, laundry, businesscenter, indoor pool/spa, fitnesscenter, ho t break fas t .Extended stay rates. Qualityo f Exce l l ence award .Torchbearer Award. 2505 S.Carolyn Ave., Sioux Falls, SD57106. 1-800-225-1237, 605-361-2298, fax: 605-361-2429.w w w . s t a y b r i d g e . c o m /siouxfallssd Great ★ Service

Tower Campgrounds / West12th Properties LLC: GreatLocation! I-29 Exit 79,Campground on SW corner ofinterchange. 30/50 hook-ups,cable, WIFI, level sites, pull-thrus, playground, picnictables, showers, laundry.Shade trees. Grassy tentareas. Daily, weekly andmonthly rates. Open yearround. 4501 W. 12th Street,Sioux Falls, SD 57106.Ph: 605-332-1173, email:towercampground@gmail.com

Yogi Bear Camp Resort:Spacious pull-thrus. Full hook-ups, fire rings and cabins. Freeshowers, Laundromat, heatedpool & spa, playgrounds, mini-golf, jumping pillow, basket-ball, volleyball, general store,pavilion, propane, tentingarea, visits from Yogi Bear.I-90, Exit 402. 26014 478th Ave,Brandon, SD 57005. 605-332-2233, email: reservations@je l lys tones iouxfa l l s . com,www.jellystonesiouxfalls.com

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Quality Inn & Suites:Platinum award winning hotel.Fresh, clean and uncomplicat-ed, this property offers spa-cious rooms with microwaves,refrigerators, high speed inter-net, indoor pool/whirlpool, fit-ness room, deluxe continentalbreakfast, business center,guest laundry & airportshuttle. Come experience anew level of Quality. 5410 N.Granite Lane, Sioux Falls,SD 57107. 605-336-1900,www.qualityinn.com/hotel/sd062

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Maple Street Café - BestWestern Plus Sioux FallsRamkota Hotel: Familyfriendly with affordableprices. Kids 10 and under eatfor 99 cents (with payingadult) . Breakfast /Lunch/Dinner, Room Service. GreatPizza and Daily Specials. 3200W Maple Street, Sioux Falls,SD 57107. I-29 Exit 81(East one block). 605-336-0650www.SiouxFalls.BWRamkota.com

J & L Harley Davidson:South Dakota’s premiermotorcyc le dea lersh ip .Specializing in new and usedHarley-Davidson motorcycles,service, parts, accessories,clothing, gifts, and collectibles.2601 W. 60th Street North,Sioux Falls, SD 57107. Ph:605-334-2721, 1-800-292-3531,email: jl@jl-harley.com,www.jl-harley.comGreat ★ Service

Strawbale Winery: Over 23varieties of South Dakotawines are produced andbottled in this winery made ofstraw bales. Grape wines arevinted from cold hardyvarietals. Fruit wines include,Black Currant, StrawberryRhubarb, Raspberry and evenJalapeno. 47215 257thStreet, Renner, SD 57055,Ph: 605-543-5071. email:info@strawbalewinery.com,www.strawbalewinery.com

The Outdoor Campus:Located SE of the EmpireMall. South Dakota outdoormuseum, butterfly garden, twomiles of walking trails, 3,000gallon aquarium filled withSouth Dakota sport fish. FreeAdmission. 4500 S. Oxbow Ave,Sioux Falls, SD 57106, 605-362-2777, www.outdoorcampus.org

Thunder Road Family FunPark: Awesome go-karts andminiature golf. Also battingcages, rock climbing, WaterWars, Euro-Bungy and LaserTag. Free King Kong PlaySet and Human Foosball.Free parking & free picnicarea. No admission. Call forgroup rates. Easy to find. Hardto leave. 8th and Kiwanis,Sioux Falls, SD 57104.Ph: 605-334-4181, email:sfalls@thunderroad.info

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Old European traditionsincluding Czech foods, music,souvenirs, parades, entertain-ment, museums and folk danc-ing. Czech Days keeps alive thecentral European heritage ofthe founders of the little SouthDakota community of Tabor,June 14-16, 2012. Tabor AreaChamber of Commerce, Inc.,P.O. Box 21, Tabor, SD 57063.Ph: 605-463-2476. email:taborczechdays@yahoo.com,www.taborsd.com

TrentI-29 N. of Sioux Falls, Exit104, 5 miles east. Swim in our“Swimming Hole”. Lifeguardson duty, pontoon, playground& picnic shelter. Trent is thehome of River of the DoubleBend Campground & CanoeOutfitters. Call for reserva-tions, Dine at Steve’s BurgerBar. PO Box 754, Trent,SD 57065. (605) 428-5472,w w w . s i o u x v a l l e y . n e t /~kirkerdb

Tyndall

Shady Rest Motel: Located 5blocks North of Hwy 50 onMain Street. Newly remod-eled, clean, comfortable, quietrooms. Cable TV, WiFi.New electric heat and air-conditioning. Close to restau-rants, sports bars, GolfCourse & Museum. Lookinside then decide! 1401 MainStreet, Tyndall, SD 57066,605 -589 -4002 , emai l :shadyrestmotel@yahoo.com

VermillionVermillion offers rich historyand heritage. Home ofUniversity of SD. Attractionsinclude DakotaDome, SpiritMound, W.H. Over Museum,National Music Museum,Austin - Whittemore House,Bluffs golf course. Area parksprovide camping, fishing, hik-ing, biking, Missouri Riveraccess. Vermillion AreaChamber & DevelopmentCompany, 116 Market Street#103, Vermillion, SD 57069.Ph: 1-800-809-2071, email:vcdc@vermillionchamber.com,www.vermillionchamber.com

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2012 South Dakota Festivalof Books: Join more than 40top-tier authors for a literaryweekend at the South DakotaHumanities Council’s Festivalof Books in Sioux Falls, a 10thanniversary event (Sept. 28-30). The Festival of Books is“Where readers and writersrendezvous!” 605-688-6113,www.sdbookfestival.com

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Comfort Inn: Located westof I-29 on Hwy 50. Freecontinental breakfast, indoorpool, sauna, fitness center andwhirlpool. Museums andUniversity of S.D. nearby. 701West Cherry Street,Vermillion, SD 57069. Ph:605 -624 -8333 . emai l :gm.sd015@choicehotels.com,www.comfortinn.com/hotel/sd015

Clay County Park: 4 milesSW of Vermillion off SD 50, onthe last natural stretch of theMissouri River. 34 acres ofbeautiful wilderness, 40+campsites (electrical and tent),restrooms, showers, dumpstation, picnic shelters, play-grounds, boat ramp, fishingdock. Volleyball & horseshoecourts, hiking & horsebacktrails. Vermillion AreaChamber & Development, 1-800-809-2071

Ribs, Rods & Rock N’ Roll:8th annual event, September7-8. KCBS sanctioned BBQevent with world-class com-petitors, People’s Choice PublicBBQ Judging, Kids Zone, Food& Craft Vendors, Classic CarShow & Shine, Motorcycle FunRun, cooking demonstrations,live music, beverage garden,street dance. DowntownVermillion, Exit 26 off I-29,west 6 mi on Hwy 50. 605-624-5571, www.sdbbq.us

YanktonAlong the Missouri River andLewis and Clark Lake with 16campgrounds and 13 lodgingaccommodations. Foot andbicycle traffic will enjoy thehistoric, 3,000-foot double-deckMeridian Bridge, it connectswith 30 miles of trails.Yankton Chamber and VisitorsCenter, 803 E. 4th Street,Yankton , SD 57078 ,1 -800 -888 -1460 , emai l :visityankton@yanktonsd.com,www.seeyanktonsd.com Great ★ Service

Best Western Kelly Inn &Convention Center: 121 spa-cious guestrooms & suites.Expanded continental break-fast. Indoor Water Play Landwith slides, water cannons &basketball hoops. Whirlpool,wading pool, game room,racquetball, exercise facility,expanded cable w/HBO, freeWi-Fi access. Minerva’sRestaurant. 1607 East Hwy50. 605-665-2906 or 1-800-528-1234. Virtual tour available atwww.bestwesternyankton.comGreat ★ Service

Lewis & Clark Resort:Located on Lewis & ClarkLake. Enjoy modern cabins or24 motel rooms around an out-door pool. Adjacent to marina,restaurant, sandy beaches andbike trails. Visit our new 6bedroom lakeside Lodge with1800 sq ft great room. 43496Lakeshore Drive, Yankton, SD.Ph: 605-665-2680, email:lewisandclarkresort@yahoo.com,www.LewisandClarkPark.com

Lodge at Lewis & ClarkResort: Located on a cove ofLewis & Clark Lake, directlyon the biking/walking trail.Enjoy newly constructed for2012, beautiful 6 bedroomlodge with an 1800 sq. ft.great room for your familygathering. Specially designedkitchen for family reunions,weddings and corporatere t reats . 605 -665 -2680 ,www.lewisandclarkpark.com

Lewis & Clark RecreationArea: Choose from over 400shady campsites all with elec-tricity. Enjoy 6-miles of biketrail, 4 boat launching facili-ties, horse trails, archeryrange, disc golf and naturetrails. Four miles west ofYankton on Lewis and ClarkLake. Ph: 605-668-2985.www.lewisandclarkpark.comGreat ★ Service

JoDean’s Steakhouse &Lounge: North of the YanktonMall. Buffet seven days a weekwith over 50 feet of buffet,salad and dessert bar or menuof steaks and seafood. Groupsand buses welcome, withadvance notice requested.Banquet facility seating 400.A family tradition. 2809Broadway, Yankton , SD57078 . 605 -665 -9884 .w w w . j o d e a n s . c o m ,jodeans@iw.net

Dakota Terr i tor ia lMuseum: Free admission.Call for information or to booka special tour. Next toWestside Park. Hours are Maythru Sept. Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 12 p.m.- 4p.m. October thru April; 7 daysa week, 12 p.m.- 4 p.m. 610Summit Street, Yankton, SD.Ph: 605-665-3898.

Rockin’ RibFest: HistoricDowntown Yankton is gearingup for our 6th annual Rockin’RibFest on Saturday,September 1, 2012. Come toYankton’s biggest block party!Savory ribs, classic rock bands,free kid’s play land, anamateur rib contest, vendorsand much more! 3rd St.,Downtown Yankton. 605-260 -3003 , www.h is tor i cdowntownyankton.com

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The Missouri NationalRecreational River: Part ofthe nation’s Wild and ScenicRiver system, preserves twostretches of the Missouri River;between Gavins Point Damand Ponca State Park andbetween Ft. Randall Dam andRunning Water. Visitors canboat, fish, canoe and kayak,camp, birdwatch, explore quiettrails, trace the Lewis andClark Expedition, visit a fishhatchery and aquarium, enjoyscenic views of the Missourifrom the Lewis and ClarkVisitor Center and much more.www.nps.gov/mnrr

Southeast South DakotaTourism Association:Southeast South Dakotawelcomes you with NaturalBeauty, Homespun Charm,Rural & Native AmericanHeritage. Request a Free2012 travel packet forSoutheast South Dakota. Call1-888-353-7382 or visitwww.southeastsouthdakota.com