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The Mammoth Site-Digging for Dinosaurs in South Dakota
Calling all aspiring paleontologists! Did you know there is an active dig site you can visit in South Dakota? The Mammoth Site allows visitors to observe actual paleontologists at work. If you’re lucky, you may be able to join a dig too. Read on to find out all of the info on this amazing place. The Mammoth Site The Mammoth Site was discovered in 1974 in Hot Springs, South Dakota, while the ground was being leveled. Contractors were clearing ground for a housing development and instead came upon a 7 foot long tusk! After a summer of more and more mammoth discoveries, the land owner donated the 14 acres and…
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How to Strike Gold in Keystone, South Dakota
Take a step back to the 1800’s and mine for gold in Keystone, South Dakota. Big Thunder Gold Mine offers panning, as well as tours of their mine and is a great place to visit with the whole family! Big Thunder Gold Mine Located about 3.5 miles from Mount Rushmore, a visit to Big Thunder Gold Mine is a must when trying to embrace the old west vibes of South Dakota. The attraction offers onsite and offsite gold panning, gem panning, as well as tours of the mine. My family did not strike it rich during our visit, but we had fun trying! Read on for all of the details…
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A Quick Afternoon in Rapid City, South Dakota
Once upon a time, my family was interested in a vacation where there would be no crowds and we could spend time in the great outdoors. We flipped a coin between South Dakota and Maine and wound up booking a flight to Rapid City, South Dakota. Never in a million years, did I think I would be traveling to this state and it quickly became one of my favorite trips ever! Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small profit at NO EXTRA COST to you! Art AlleyRapid City RestaurantsMain Street SquareCity of Presidents South Dakota has several different…
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