Black Hills of South Dakota

The 15 member committee works with the Black Hills National Forest to recommend projects that enhance, restore or protect natural resources on Federal and non-Federal lands.

Seasonal gates and recreation sites in the Black Hills National Forest closed Monday.

The permit allows a limited number of trees to be cut down, helping not only with holiday decor but overall forest health.

It was another successful tourism season in the Black Hills. In turn, Thursday marked the 84th annual regional tourism conference to debrief business owners and tourism officials.

Black Hills National Forest officials propose treating nearly 3,000 acres in the Ridgeback Vegetation Management project area about three miles east of Keystone.

Deep in the Black Hills, the oldest tree in the forest stands unprotected. During a nearby forestry 101-style event, everything from prescribed burns to tree thinning was covered. It was a chance for members of the environmentalist group to learn about the general health, and the philosophy of a forest.

The Black Hills is experiencing dryness levels unlike anything it’s seen in a decade. Now fire and forest officials have one message – take the warnings seriously.

The company exploring whether to reopen the Gilt Edge Mine in the northern Black Hills is backing out of the project.

On a perfect September day, a few dozen passionate conservationists are installing beaver dam analogues, or BDAs. In a secluded corner of the Black Hills, it’s a mission in water security, habitat maintenance, and environmental care.

The Black Hills National Forest is looking for public comment on proposed changes for its off-season recreation fees.