Hiking safety in the Black Hills: how preparation can help hikers avoid emergencies
Custer County Search & Rescue's director gave tips on how hikers can stay safe in the Black Hills.
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Custer County Search & Rescue's director gave tips on how hikers can stay safe in the Black Hills.
South Dakota is at the peak of tourism season. Bikers, hikers, and hunters bring in millions of dollars to the state each year through sales tax revenue. Inevitably, some visitors will require services from counties that don’t receive any of those tax dollars. That’s raising questions about how to better support resource strained counties.
CUSTER, S.D. – As spring approaches, many people are eager to head outdoors and explore the trails. However, it’s important to be prepared and know what to do in case
A man exploring a cave in South Dakota's Black Hills became trapped in a passageway 9 inches high. He was freed after rescuers managed to enlarge the crawl space.
A man exploring a cave in South Dakota's Black Hills became trapped in a passageway 9 inches high. He was freed after rescuers managed to enlarge the crawl space.