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cabin, original 1895 rural school house, Peter Norbeck’s boyhood home, and a 1900 claims shanty. The Annual Fur Trader Days are during the 2nd weekend in August. For more information, call 605337-2501, visit www.geddes.org, or write to the Town of Geddes, P.O. Box 97, Geddes, SD 57342.
Gregory
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Circle H Ranch: Experience the perfect getaway in the serenity of the nation’s most beautiful countryside, eight miles south of Gregory in the heart of pheasant country. Clean, comfortable accommodations with home-cooked meals and a staff that strives to make your stay with us extraordinary. Vacation, business retreat and hunting packages available. Information: Ph 605-731-5050. www.circlehranch.com
Gettysburg
Population 1,200. Located 17 miles from beautiful Lake Oahe on Hwy 212. Enjoy the City Park, nine hole golf course and Dakota Sunset Museum. The last Saturday in June come and see the car show at the City Park. Great hunting a n d fishing. For more information contact the Gettysburg Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 33, Gettysburg, SD 57442, call 605-765-2528, email gburgchamber@venturecomm.net , or visit www.gettysburgsd.net Hoven: Cathedral of the Prairies Casey Tibbs Rodeo Center: Located adjacent to the Verendrye Monument in Ft. Pierre, the Casey Tibbs South Dakota Rodeo Center is South Dakota’s newest museum devoted to rodeo history, the competitors and all of the facets that make rodeo South Dakota’s official sport. In addition to the displays honoring world champion icon Casey Tibbs, 9 time world champion, and trick rider Mattie Goff Newcombe, the museum also features interactive displays, thrilling videos, and artifacts of the 18 South Dakota World Champions as well as South Dakota rodeo associations exhibits including: Little Britches, 4-H, Junior High, High School and College, South Dakota Rodeo Association, Great Plains Indian Association, Stock Contractors and Rodeo Personnel, Rodeo Royalty and Contract Acts. Open daily 10-4 and weekends 12-3 p.m. Admissions fees $5.00 adults, $4.00 seniors, $3.00 children and teens ages 6-18, children 5 and under are Free. For further information visit www.caseytibbs.com or call 605-494-1094.
Highmore
Farming, ranching community located at intersection of SD Highways 14 & 47. Annual Old Settlers’ Celebration is third Saturday in June. Home of SD’s first wind energy center, featuring 27 wind turbines. Enjoy hunting, fishing, golfing and swimming. Highmore/ Hyde County “Together We Are Better!” Call 605-852-2716.
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Bob’s Resort: See under “Marinas, Bait Shops & Resorts” listings on page 96.
Hoven
The little town with the big ideas! Conveniently located on SD Hwys. 20/ 47,13 miles north of US Hwy. 212 or 14 miles south of US Hwy 12 or 14 miles
South Whitlock Resort: See under “Marinas, Bait Shops & Resorts” listings on page 96.
Geddes
A little town on the prairie. Located on Hwy. 50 (Lewis & Clark Trail – National Scenic Byway), lead to Geddes. Geddes Historic District is located eight miles from the Missouri River. It is a charming community with a museum, restored original 1895 log
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http://www.geddes.org
http://www.circlehranch.com
http://www.gettysburgsd.net
http://www.caseytibbs.com
http://www.sdgreatlakes.org
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
Contents
Overview
Getting Here, Getting Around
Information Centers
State Facts
Tourism Regions
Places of Interest
Public Campgrounds and Recreation Areas
Vacation Ideas
Southeast Region: A slice of South Dakota charm
Glacial Lakes & Prairies Region: Stories from the frontier
Great Lakes Region: Land of the mighty Missouri
Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes Region: Enchanting mountain getaway
Black Hills map
Index
South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
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