Learn about Ogalala Lakota people from Lakota story tellers, experience rhythmic drum cadences, discover healing powers and the significance of the sweat lodge as a spiritual and physical cleanser. You are invited to capture the Lakota culture on your tape recorder, camera, or video camera. Located in the scenic Pine Ridge, Chadron State Park is surrounded by pine woods, buttes, pinnacles and outcroppings. The Pine Ridge boasts of over 80 species of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, and grasses. More than 50 species of song, shore, and game birds inhabit the park.
Wildlife includes squirrel, cottontail, turkey, deer, bobcat, raccoon, porcupine, and coyote.
Nature walks that are a step away from nature before mankind. Capture northwest Nebraska's scenic beauty including spectacular sunsets on camera. See wildlife and buffalo herds. Learn about and experience some of the western Nebraska culture. Study in classroom and on field trips.