Upcoming Family Oriented Outdoor Events in South Dakota

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Family Fun Days, Pickerel Lake Recreation Area near Waubay. Friday, June 24 through Sunday, June 26. Enjoy a fun-filled family weekend. There'll be lots of games and events for the whole family. Activities are held at the west campground. Info: 605-486-4753

Nature Scavenger Hunt, Newton Hills State Park near Canton. Saturday, June 25 at 1 p.m. Teams of four or five people will receive a list of items to find throughout the park. Let's see who can arrive back first having found all 10 items! Info: 605-987-2263

Family Fun Pioneer Day and Corn Cob Doll Contest, Lake Thompson Recreation Area near Lake Preston. Saturday, June 25, 2 - 6 p.m. Take part in an afternoon of pioneer games and crafts. Design a unique corn cob doll to earn prizes. At 8 p.m., enjoy a program about the history of Lake Thompson. Info: 605-847-4893

Creatures of the Night Campfire, Palisades State Park near Garretson. Saturday, June 25, 9 p.m. Join us around the campfire to learn all about South Dakota's nocturnal animals. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. There will be a special craft to remember the event. Info: 605-594-3824

Gone Fishing, Roy Lake State Park near Lake City. Sunday, June 26, 10 a.m. Learn about common South Dakota fish and the basics to fishing. Rods will be provided. If you bring your own please take off the hook. Info: 605-845-7112
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