Outdoors

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

Rapid City is poised for its first indoor shooting range. A recent county commission decision allows a private developer to move forward with the project.

A controversial shooting range complex planned east of Rapid City is scheduled to be complete next fall. That is according to Game, Fish, and Parks Department officials at a recent legislative Appropriations Committee meeting.

Pheasant numbers remain strong after opening weekend while state officials say camping numbers have increased over 20%.

Transit is much more than the car in your garage. With the new transit research in Rapid City, alternative transit options are being assessed alongside roads and sidewalks.

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

Game, Fish, and Parks officials asked to reduce the population goal of the animal in the Black Hills during their last meeting.

A strong trail network can be a great tourism driver, but it comes at a cost. Management, maintenance, and bureaucracy are all part of the deal, especially in Forest Service lands.

Strider Bikes, one of the largest youth bike brands in the country, started in South Dakota. We learn about their adaptive bike program and hear from a little South Dakota rider.

South Dakota outdoor recreation officials pair with a nonprofit for a $10 million campaign for state parks and recreation projects.