Black Hills Beyond All Expectations Author:Rena Distasio, Kimberly Fox DeMeza, Grace Hawthorne, Regina Roths From the Black Hills to the Badlands, from Crazy Horse to Mount Rushmore, from city to country, ballet recitals to buffalo roundups, gourmet cuisine to trail ride grub, there is no end to the diversity and fun of living in this corner of South Dakota. — The title of this book-Beyond All Expectations-precisely captures what life is like in the Bla... more »ck Hills region. Whether you are lucky enough to call this area home or smart enough to venture here for a vacation, you know that this slice of America meets and exceeds all your expectations.
Not only are the Black Hills an outdoor lover's paradise, what with its hiking, fishing, and camping venues (almost all of them accompanied by stunning views), but the many communities that make up the region pride themselves on other things as well. The Black Hills is fast becoming a high-tech corridor, and its public schools and colleges are highly respected institutions. It has a visual and performing arts community that is as sophisticated or down home as you wish. The cost of living is low, the quality of life is high, and the opportunities endless.
As you peruse these pages, you'll obviously see how unique the Black Hills region is. But you will also be introduced to many of the special people who make their lives here; their stories are as fascinating as the photographs, whether they're artists or rodeo riders. You will also find the stories of many diverse companies and institutions that have grown and prospered in the Black Hills. Without the financial backing of these entities, not only would this book not have been possible, it would not be nearly as interesting.« less