Black Hills of South Dakota

Fire officials say some pieces of professional equipment could make a major difference if wildfire flames get close to you.

South Dakota boasts more than 3,800 miles of roads and trails for motorized vehicles. But, it’s not as simple as hopping on your ATV and heading for the hills.

Four walks across the summer let the public learn more about the cultural and natural resources found across the Black Hills National Forest.

Gary Enright of the 1881 Courthouse Museum shares with us the story of Sarah "Aunt Sally" Campbell who was born a slave but became a property owner and a successful entrepreneur during the Black Hills gold rush.

While kids may celebrate the end of the school year and envision lazy summer days, one summer camp—now in its 90th year—keeps kids active and engaged.

Rescue personnel responded to two separate emergencies at Hippie Hole in the Black Hills.

The use of air tankers can be a game changer in a wildfire situation, but it’s also an entire specialization within the firefighting field that takes additional training.

Five tribal nations will formally sign an agreement on Thursday with the Black Hills National Forest for co-stewardship of the Pactola Visitor Center. Participating tribes include the Oglala, Cheyenne River, Rosebud, Standing Rock and Crow Creek Sioux Tribes.

Contract employees in bright vests can be found throughout the forest, asking visitors to complete a 10 minute survey to aid in future planning.

An advisory panel to the Black Hills National Forest Service is recommending the agency remove the Mitchell Lake dam near Hill City.