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The press releases provide real time information to statewide and regional media and our customers with current news and events happening within the department.

If you are a member of the media and need additional information on any of the below articles or other topics related to our department, please email Nick.Harrington@state.sd.us.

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Jan
14 Jan | Friday

Explore Year-Round Fun Outdoors in 2022

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) is hosting a year-round activity with chances to win prizes for going outside and playing BINGO in 2022.
12 Jan | Wednesday

GFP Proposes Lake Vermillion Boat Ramp Change

The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks is proposing to include the boat ramp on the south east side of Lake Vermillion to be within Lake Vermillion Recreation Area. 
10 Jan | Monday

Funding Available for Trails

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) announced today that applications are being accepted for grants from the Recreational Trails Program (RTP).
5 Jan | Wednesday

GFP Commission Holds January Meeting

The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) Commission held their January meeting at the Matthews Training Center in Pierre on Jan. 4-5.
3 Jan | Monday

GFP Launches Go Outdoors South Dakota, the Combined Licensing and Park Reservation System

The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) launched a new e-commerce system, Go Outdoors South Dakota.
Dec
23 Dec | Thursday

South Dakota State Parks Celebrate The New Year

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) will offer free, guided hikes in six state parks on New Year’s Day as part of America's State Parks First Day Hikes initiative in all 50 states.
22 Dec | Wednesday

South Dakota Snowmobile Trails Open; Officials Remind Riders Many Portions of Those Trails Are Closed To ATV Use

The official start of the Black Hills snowmobile season began on Dec. 15, with the opening of the trails system there.
20 Dec | Monday

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in New Area

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) was recently confirmed in a new area in central South Dakota.

GFP Seeking Additional Public Input on Spring Creek Country Club Use

The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) Department is seeking additional public input on the future development and use of the Spring Creek Country Club near Canton (Harrisburg).