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Save the Date for Rangeland and Soil Days 2026
June 9th & 10th in Belle Fourche, SD!
What is this event?
- South Dakota State University Extension is co-hosting the event with the Butte and Lawrence county conservation districts, Natural Resources Conservation Service and the South Dakota Society for Range Management. The contest is for FFA and 4-H youth who are interested in learning more about rangeland or soils.
- In the Soil Days contest, youth will learn about soil texture and types, factors that limit soil health, land management recommendations, and understanding suitability for building infrastructure.
- For the Rangeland Days contest, youth can compete in three categories: display, talk, and judging. There are four age divisions: New Rangers (ages 8-10), Wranglers (11-13), Scouts (first-time attendees ages 14-18) and Go Getters (youth 14-18 with previous experience). Participants will learn about plant identification, ecological sites, and how to determine suitability for cattle and wildlife.
Who is this event for?
- Rangeland Days is for youth age 8-18 and educates them on South Dakota’s most-threatened natural resource – grasslands.
- Soil Days is for 14-18-year-olds and educates them on one of South Dakota’s most important resources – soil.
- Combined, the event provides 4-H and FFA youth with hands-on experience in understanding rangeland resources and a sense of stewardship in natural resource management. Don't be shy if your students haven't attended before. There is room for all levels of understanding!
Who do I contact with questions?
- Kaylee Wheeler, SDSU Extension Range Field Specialist, at Kaylee.Wheeler@sdstate.edu
- Emily Rohrer, NRCS State Rangeland Management Specialist, at Emily.Rohrer@usda.gov
for soil days specific questions: Lance Howe, NRCS Soil Scientist, at Lance.Howe@usda.gov
CPR TRAINING
June 23rd 1:00 pm -5:00 pm
Walter Taylor Building - 601 E. Centre St, Rapid City, SD 57701
Event for 4-H Members ages 12-18
YOUTH WILL RECEIVE CPR CERTIFICATION!
THANKS YOU TO ALL THAT DONATED TO COVER THE REGISTRATION FEES.
WE HAVE A FEW REGISTRATION SPOTS LEFT !!!!
EMAIL Penington.county@sdstate.edu or call (605)394-2188
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