What's Good, Black Hills?

A Guide to Living in and Visiting the Black Hills of South Dakota

Category: Black Hills Living

Guides to what it’s like to move to and live in the Black Hills

  • *Crickets…*

    On the cheery songs of the jubilant grasshopper and the nocturnal tunes of the cricket in the Black Hills.

  • Grabbin’ Crappy Crabapples

    In which the cousins of apples encounter the cousins of me. First they’re hanging from a tree, ruby red and tantalizing. For about a week. Then, they’re squishing beneath your feet and getting stuck to the bottom of your shoes, causing you to slip around on flat concrete like you’re an unwitting participant in a…

  • Black Hills, My Friend, Do you Speak It?

    You’ve heard of Minnesota Nice. You’ve seen the Fargo TV show and the movie, so you are painfully aware of the stereotypical Narth Dahkohtah accent. “Aw jeez, oofda and darn, dontchaknow. Youbetcha!” But did you know the Black Hills has a vernacular of its very own? “Oh, you’re fine.” I have known, somewhat by coincidence,…

  • The Black Hills: Who is it Good For?

    How do you know if moving to the Black Hills is right for you? Check out this post to find out what people who live here like to do.

  • Black Hills on the Horizon

    You’ve visited the Black Hills and you’ve fallen in love. Here are some ideas to keep you excited and interested in making the beautiful Black Hills your home.

  • Rapid City Rising

    The Gateway to the Black Hills is growing. But how many people live there? What do they do for fun? Answers inside.

  • You: I’m Moving from a Large City to Rapid City, Help!

    You’ve decided Rapid City is where you want to be. You have your job and housing lined up, but you still don’t know all that much about the place. I also lived in large cities for 20 years before I relocated to Rapid City. Here’s what I’ve learned.