S.D. ferrets are surviving plague Oct 29, 2009
PIERRE, S.D. -- One of the nation's largest colonies of endangered black-footed ferrets is surviving despite the disease that has hit their home in a vast stretch of prairie dog towns south of Badlands National Park, according to federal wildlife officials ... The plague spread this year into Badlands National Park, wiping out a prairie dog colony there. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Setting off to find America Oct 7, 2009
Never mind that the entrance to Badlands National Park is just a few miles down the road; only a tiny fraction of these motorists will bother with it. Which is a shame, because this savage and otherworldly tableau of multihued cliff bands, abundant fossils and bizarre rock formations called "hoodoos" is one of the national park system's most underappreciated treasures. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Corn Palace sees uptick in visitors Sep 13, 2009
According to statistics from the state Office of Tourism, 2009 visitation through midsummer was up 6 percent at Custer State Park, 26 percent at Mount Rushmore and 13 percent at Badlands National Park compared to 2008. Planning for next summer already is under way by a new Corn Palace Development Committee, which involves city and Chamber officials and interested community members. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Primal Quest off and running Aug 14, 2009
Angostura Reservoir, Crazy Horse Memorial, Needles scenic overlook and Badlands National Park ... Angostura Reservoir, Crazy Horse Memorial, Needles scenic overlook and Badlands National Park. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Jury finds Pine Ridge man guilty of rape Aug 3, 2009
White Mountain failed to restrain his dogs when he was stopped by a United States Park Ranger in Badlands National Park in October 2007. One of his dogs attacked the ranger. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Shows at Montserrat College of Art and Jane Deering galleries Jul 8, 2009
Suh s terrific triptych Badlands National Park, South Dakota puts together different wide angles on two plainly dressed women (perhaps Amish, according to Deering) taking in the harsh scenery. The rugged rocks have geological striations that sweep dramatically across the triptych. (Boston Globe)
Sylvatic Plague detected in Badlands National Park Jul 8, 2009
Badlands National Park official are encouraging visitors to use common-sense safety precautions around wildlife in the park, following the confirmation of sylvatic plague and tularemia among park prairie dogs. Sylvatic plague was confirmed July 1 in a prairie dog colony in the Sage Creek Wilderness Area in the park. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
National parks plan three free summer weekends Jun 3, 2009
The intent of NPS officials is to encourage Americans to visit national parks such Badlands National Park, Devils Tower, Jewel Cave and Wind Cave in and near the Black Hills. The free weekends also will include high profile parks nationwide, including the Grand Canyon, Yosemite and Rocky Mountain National Park. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Wyoming reports deer with same exotic lice found in Badlands deer die off May 21, 2009
The lice are the same species found on more than two dozen mule deer found dead in Badlands National Park after a series of blizzards pounded South Dakota in mid-March to mid-April. Badlands park officials said then that it was a combination of the winter storms and parasites that contributed to the deer die off. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Heritage Exchange celebrates national parks May 4, 2009
National Park Service rangers from Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Minuteman Missile National Historic Site and Devils Tower National Monument hosted information exhibits about their natural and cultural resources. The even also offered ranger-led activities and Junior Ranger programs, including a Passport activity for kids to visit information booths, collect stamps and earn a prize. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Cellist to fill Rosenthal's shoes at Sitka festival Apr 28, 2009
Pity Anchorage photographer Carl Johnson, who has been spending this month as the artist-in-residence at Badlands National Park in South Dakota. He has free rein to shoot the landscape and wildlife. (Anchorage Daily News)
Solo travel packages from $528 Apr 28, 2009
Other package highlights include tours of Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, and Crazy Horse Memorial Monument. On Independence Day, youll wrap up the trip with a spectacular fireworks display over Mount Rushmore. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Program offers national park information Apr 6, 2009
They're then encouraged to use the training for seasonal or volunteer positions at Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Wind Cave National Park, and Minuteman Missile National Historic Site. The 11 graduates learned about the fossils, geology, and cultural history of the parks and covered the basics of program presentation and interpretive skills. (Sioux City Journal)
