Make a Splash

It’s time to turn up the fun and dive into a year full of water-filled adventures. Make a Splash in 2025 is your invite to explore the best of South Dakota’s great outdoors in, on, and around the water. Whether you’re casting a line at sunrise, floating under the afternoon sun, hiking along a scenic shoreline, or just making splashes swimming with the kids, this is your year to find your favorite water escape.

Try something new or stick with your go-to favorite. Either way, you’ll earn prizes as you go! Complete 1, 5, and 10 activities, and submit each tier to collect up to three fun stickers. Once you complete 10 activities, your name goes into the grand prize drawing at the end of the year!

Grand Prizes (sponsored by Independent Insurance Agents of South Dakota):

• 1^st place: Pedal kayak
• 2^nd place: Paddle board with accessories
• 3^rd place: Aqua lily pad

         

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And we listened! You can now complete all your activities at just one park. There’s no need to travel to 10 different locations across the state like in past years. This challenge is all about discovering new water-based activities right in your favorite South Dakota State Park. It’s the perfect opportunity to bring friends and family, try something new together, and make unforgettable memories--all close to home.

Many parks offer fun local events and hands-on educational programs focused on water recreation—and yes, count participating in the program towards your activity submissions! Even a waterfowl bird watch class counts. You can also try out something new with affordable rentals like kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and even lily pads.

Don’t forget to also tag us #SDInTheField--we want to see how you Make a Splash. See you in, on, and around the water!

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