Rapid City locals will tell you that we have a very well-kept secret around these parts. Seems like lately, however, our secret is getting out -- front and center. What is that secret? National Geographic knows. They've discovered that Rapid City is one of the best places in the West to call home. We've been ranked as a Next Great Adventure Town. We're #2 on the list if you'll permit me to do a little bragging. National Geographic is really just letting the whole world know what us Rapid Citians have known all along. This is one terrific place to live!
To paraphrase the article:
"These days, the glimmer of gold in the Black Hills may be the reflection off a mountain biker’s helmet. Rapid City’s 300 miles of two-wheeling trails were joined this summer by a dirt-jump park. Kitschy Rushmore attractions add flavor, but locals head to a community theater or a classical music hall instead."
It gets better every year, and I am always proud to call this town home.
It's Labor Day weekend! What to do? What not to do should be the question. Pick one: boating, biking, hiking, horseback riding, camping or just cooking out in the backyard. Are you a hardcore athletic type? There's the Southern Hills Triathlon going on in Hot Springs, SD. Not up for doing the full olympic length course? -- sign up as a team instead!
This sounds like a real good time:
Dakota Gathering of the Celtic Clans Festival, Memorial Park, Rapid City.
RenScots, an educational Scottish Renaissance re-enactment troupe, camp and demonstrations, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., The Journey Museum grounds.
Get our your plaid and enjoy the fun!
Of course there is plenty of live music performances at various in-town venues. A comprehensive listing can be found here: Rapid City Journal.
Whatever your cup of tea, take some time to enjoy our gorgeous weather this holiday weekend! I hope to see you soon, here in the "Next Great Adventure Town-- Rapid City, South Dakota!"
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