South Dakota Parks Host Family Programs Memorial Day Weekend
OutdoorHub 05.17.12
On Memorial Day weekend, visitors to South Dakota state parks can take part in special family activities. The programs are excellent opportunities to experience the outdoors with children.
Friday – Monday, May 25-28
- Memorial Day Patriotic Campsite Decorating Display, Oakwood Lakes State Park near Volga and Lake Poinsett Recreation Area near Arlington. Info: 605-627-5441
- Crazy Mixed-up Holiday Weekend, Roy Lake State Park near Lake City. Info: 605-448-5701
Friday, May 25
- If Only Seaman Could Talk, Lewis & Clark Recreation Area near Yankton, 8 p.m. CT. Info: 605-668-2985
Saturday, May 26
- Bird’s Paradise Walk in the Park, Big Sioux Recreation Area near Brandon. 10 a.m. CT. Info: 605-582-7243
- Kids’ Fishing Derby, Lake Poinsett Recreation Area near Arlington, 10 a.m. CT. Info: 605-983-5085
- History Hike, Newton Hills State Park near Canton, 10 a.m. CT. Info: 605-987-2263
On Sunday, May 27
- Geocaching 101, Newton Hills State Park near Canton, 11 a.m. CT. Info: 605-987-2263
- Walk the Fort, Randall Creek Recreation Area near Pickstown, 1:30 p.m. CT. Info: 605-487-7046
Monday, May 28
- Oakwood Riders Trail Ride and Horse Show, Oakwood Lakes State Park near Volga, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. CT. Info: 605-627-5441
There is no cost to participate in any of the programs, except the Oakwood Horse Show. A park entrance license is required at all parks. For more information on activities in South Dakota state parks, visit www.gfp.sd.gov , contact the individual park office, or call 605-773-3391.
