A Sioux Falls Outdoor Favorite Just Got Even Better!

Celebrating Outdoor Education: The Birth of the Outdoor Campus

A lot of interesting things happened in 1997: NASA's Mars Pathfinder spacecraft landed on Mars, Titanic premiered in movie theaters, Netflix was founded as a DVD-by-mail rental company, the first Harry Potter book was published, and a major blizzard hit Sioux Falls from January 9 through 11.

One other wonderful thing became a part of the Sioux Falls landscape that same year -- The South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Outdoor Campus. Since that time, over half a million people have participated in its free outdoor education programming.

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That has been the mission and purpose of the Outdoor Campus since the beginning. They provide hands-on experiences in hunting, fishing, outdoor skills, and conservation science. Free classes are held throughout the year for kids, adults, and families. There are indoor exhibits, an outdoor play area, and over 2 miles of trails for walking and cross-country skiing too.

Expansion Celebration: What's New at the Outdoor Campus

Now there is more good news at the Outdoor Campus: their expansion project is complete, and you are invited to the big celebration!

Saturday, November 7, from 10 AM to 2 PM, you can check out what's new, explore the expanded space, and enjoy lots of open house activities.

• Try your hand at archery in their brand-new indoor archery range.
• Enjoy open house fishing at the pond.
• Explore their expansion with self-guided tours of the new additions and renovations, including classrooms, a game processing room, a wildlife viewing area, and more.

No registration is required, but all youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

You can always find more information about the Sioux Falls Outdoor Campus online.