If you love the game of golf, unfortunately, here in South Dakota, we've reached that time of the year when you'll need to play inside or hop on a jet to somewhere that's still conducive to sneaking in a quick eighteen holes outside.

There is a bit of good news, however, for those of us golf lovers who are stuck in South Dakota for the next few months. Great Shots just re-opened its indoor driving range again.

Dakota News Now reports that the range has been under repair for several months due to wear and tear accelerated by drainage issues. Those issues have now been fixed, and now Great Shots has new turf to show off, along with a better drainage system.

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In addition to their new state-of-the-art turf, Great Shot has introduced new food menu items, games, and some other fun surprises.

Golf Academy Manager Sam Vosler told Dakota News Now, “We also have new technology that’s on all the floors. And so, we have Trackman monitors, which are top-class, state-of-the-art launch monitors. So, for all skill levels, you have high-level players who can look at data points to help their club face angle, the launch angle. But you also have some new games that are really tailored toward the young kids. Your family’s coming out here.”

Those familiar with Great Shots, already know they have some of the finest cutting-edge golf simulation technology available, in a climate-controlled area that is perfect for those of us in need of a little golf fix during these bitter cold South Dakota winter months just around the corner.

Great Shots is open seven days a week near the Sanford Sports Complex off Westport Avenue and Benson Road.

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Source: Dakota News Now/Great Shots

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The Ultimate Sioux Falls Visitor's Guide: A to Z

Sioux Falls has lots to explore; fun stuff for the whole family, food of every kind, educational opportunities, and more! If you have out-of-town guests visiting, show them around our city. Eat at places they've never eaten. Take them to places they'd never go. Take some great photos to post on social media (and don't forget the hashtag #HiFromSiouxFalls). We've even listed some cool hotels where they can stay if you don't have the room.

Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We call it the 'Sioux Empire.' It's the biggest city in the state with a population of nearly 200,000. We’re known for our namesake, Falls Park, along the Big Sioux River. Sioux Falls has received numerous accolades for its quality of life. We have been named the number one best place to rent in America. We’ve topped the list of Best States to Find a Job. Sioux Falls is the Best City in America for Young Professionals.

We've appeared on lists such as Most Charming Small Cities, Top 10 Place to Raise Kids, and even ranked 10th in the 2020 Top 100 Best Places to Live. We have an abundance of achievements and you can see them on the Sioux Falls Development Foundation's website.

It's a pretty awesome city and that's why we think you should come and visit. If you're coming on business or pleasure, we've put together a list of places to go and things to see. We know you want to explore the attractions the city is known for like Falls Park, the Arc of Dreams, and the Sculpture Walk, but there's a lot more to see and do than just the touristy (that's really a word) stuff. The best places to go are where the locals go and we have a not your average, ordinary visitor's guide.

Here's a list of over 100 things to do and places to go in Sioux Falls.

Click HERE for a list of all the places we mention and links to each one. Print it out or save it to your phone and use it as a reference when you're visiting. See you soon!

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