Outdoor Campus - Rapid City
The purpose of The Outdoor Campus in Rapid City is to provide hands-on experiences in hunting, fishing and other outdoor skills. Free educational classes for youth, adults and families are held throughout the year. Visitors can explore indoor exhibits showcasing a variety of western South Dakota habitats and wildlife, along with a 4,600 gallon freshwater aquarium. The Campus also boasts over 1.5 miles of nature trails for your everyday use as well as a 14-station walking archery course and a 14-station practice range.
Contact Information
Hours of Operation
- Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Saturdays (Memorial Day-Labor Day): 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Saturdays (Off-season): Only open for programming and program participants (program pre-registration required)
- Closed Sundays and State Holidays
Programming
Programming is free - thank a hunter or angler!
- Program Registration
- Community Programs – Programs open to anyone in the public
- Group Programs - Programs open to groups (8 participants of more). Classes reserved by appointment.
- Outreach Programs - Can't come to The Campus? Check out this booklet for information on how The Campus can come to you!
- School Programs - Programs open to students enrolled in a traditional classroom. Registration for field trips made by teachers.
- Homeschool Programs - Programs open to students who are currently being homeschooled
- Critter Crates
- Loaner Equipment
- 101 Programs
- These are unique educational opportunities that walk participants from the beginning to the end of any of the outdoor skills below. What separates these from other programs is that there is a field aspect to each of the 101 programs. We will spend time in the field hunting and fishing. 101 programs are open by application which is open at different times of the year. Contact Clint.Whitley@state.sd.us for further questions.
- Learn more and view applications:
Amenities
- ADA/Accessible Features
- Archery Range
- Free outdoor archery ranges open to the public from sunrise to sunset 365 days/year
- 14-station practice range with targets at distances from 20 to 80 yards
- 14-station walking course with targets at distances from 11 to 80 yards
- 1.5 miles of walking trails (no bicycles)
- Public fishing pond at the back of the property
- Picnic area (No BBQ)
- Public restrooms available during business hours
Maps
Volunteer Opportunities
