CULTURE + ENTERTAINMENT
Visit Prairie Dog Town Become one of South Dakota’s best-known creatures and get down to prairie dog level in the underground bubble to watch them frolic and play. • Did you know prairie dogs can run up to 35 miles per hour for short distances? • Did you know they recognize each other by touching their front teeth together; also known as a "kiss?" • Did you know the “dog” part of their name comes from the barking sounds they make? They have distinct, different sounds for specific predators.
While reptiles are a highlight for kids, the Safari Room is a favorite of adults with a veritable oasis filled with orchids, bromeliads, caladiums, and other tropical plants from locations like Central America, South America, Africa, and China. “Not long ago we went beyond what we had always done with flowers and plants and became a full botanical garden that dazzles our guests each year,” said Maierhauser. The entire grounds also has gorgeous walking gardens and Tortuga Falls with a waterfall and turtle and koi pond. Reptile Gardens has two year- round horticulturalists with 10 during the busy season.
FAMILY ISSUE april 2026
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