Travel Backroads

10/21/2024

Main Street Monday!
In which South Dakota town can you find this Main Street?

10/18/2024

Weekend Round Up: 3 things to do this weekend...

1. 50th Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival in Faulkton, SD. October 19 from 10-4. Hosted by Faulkton Area Arts Council

2. Dog Days at Back Forty Beef and Adventure Farm. October 19 & 20, 10-6. The ONLY weekend you can bring your dog to the corn maze. Also, benefits the Aberdeen Area Humane Society. Check out Back Forty's page before you go.

3. Fall-O-Ween Festival in downtown Centerville, SD. More here: https://facebook.com/events/s/centerville-sd-fall-o-ween-fes/1026052492196461/

Yes, for 50 years the Faulkton Area Arts Council has continued to bring vendors, customers, families, and visitors together to celebrate art by buying and selling homemade products. The annual Arts and Crafts Festival showcases talent from the area and region while at the same time serving as a fund...

10/18/2024

So many great spots to enjoy a Fall hike!

When was the last time you made the trip to Waubay National Wildlife Refuge in Northeast SD??

Check the view from the iconic tower and hit the trails that circle the island. Worth the drive to soak up these nice Fall days!

Pro Tip: Ice cream from The Purple Cow Ice Cream Parlor in nearby Waubay makes the trip even sweeter 😋

07/24/2024

After years of advocating for local adventures & businesses, it's time to hand over the reins of Travel Backroads. Please welcome Nick Fosheim, the new owner, who will continue the mission of supporting off-the-beaten-path businesses, entrepreneurs, and destinations.

I've known Nick for several years from our work in economic development, and I'm excited to see where he takes Travel Backroads. It's been an incredible journey, and I'm grateful to all our loyal followers and supporters. Thank you for helping me build Travel Backroads into what it is today.

Please continue to support Nick and visit here and Instagram for updates during the transition. My passion for local experiences will never fade, and I'll always be a part of the Travel Backroads community.

“Driving the Passion to Go Local.”
Joan Sacrison

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Welcome from Nick Fosheim:

Over the years, Joan has built an incredible community of small business supporters through Travel Backroads. I look forward to exploring with you and building on the network that Joan has poured her heart into! We'll get to know each other more over the coming months - but in the meantime, I'll be sharing some *new* spots to hit this summer, highlighting some community celebrations and landmarks, and exploring a few spots that are 'kid friendly' (which is important to me as a dad of 4 busy boys)!

07/20/2024

What a great idea!
Anyone been?
Anyone going?
I’d love to go one day!
Support a new entrepreneur!
Two Little Bees Family Farm

Hello! We’re Kyle and Brittany Lessman, the proud owners of Two Little Bees Family Farm in Garretson, SD! Our farm is a labor of love, named after our two little ones, and has grown from a former dairy farm into a blooming haven for flowers and pumpkins.

Join us for our first you-pick flower events on: 📅 Friday, July 19 from 6-8 PM
📅 Sunday, July 21 from 6-8 PM

Our fields are bursting with beautiful blooms, ready for you to create your own stunning bouquets. Tickets are limited, so grab yours now at twolittlebeespumpkinsandproduce.com.

We can’t wait to share the beauty of our farm with you!

07/15/2024

It’s a mystery, I know. But trust me I will be introducing you soon to the new owner of Travel Backroads. 😁

In the mean time, everyone probably knows this particular destination but I would love to introduce those that are not aware to Chapel in the Hills in Rapid City.

I have never shared before, but having been raised in Rapid City, it holds a special place in my heart. This is a brief introduction however. Many dedicated volunteers and staff keep this replica of the Borglund Stav Kirke in Norway alive.

At one time when I was younger, it sat in a beautiful vast field of green. They maintain a park like appearance, however residential housing began to close in. Surprisingly the solitude, serenity, and uniqueness quite surrounds this beautiful creation. These pictures were taken by me.

One must see to appreciate; and, should you choose to venture to the Black Hills in SD, it is a must see! Please do. God bless!

07/12/2024

We’re getting closer!!! I will be passing the baton soon and announcing the BIG Change! Hang in there, these things take more time than you think!

07/05/2024

Sweet Grass in Wessington Springs was one of our first customers. Heather continues to provide a terrific atmosphere along with terrific food. If you’re nearby or headed there, be sure to stop! Also check out what’s happening with them below, go to their FB page and give ‘em a like, and participate if YOU’VE BEEN.
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“America's Best Restaurants” will be here in TWO weeks! But, before they arrive, we need your help deciding which 3 items we should feature on the show. Comment your go-to items on our menu.

To celebrate, we are giving out TWO $25 gift cards to our restaurant! Comment your go-to item on our menu for a chance to be selected.

To qualify:
👉 Post your comment below before 7/16/24.
👉 We will randomly select one recipient during our visit with America’s Best Restaurants.
👉 The second recipient will be chosen and then announced on our page after the episode premieres, so be on the lookout.

07/04/2024

From Travel Backroads to you! Have a terrific and safe day with all your celebrations!!!

07/04/2024

It’s been awhile since I’ve mentioned Polly Shoe Store but they are alive and well on the Main Street in Miller SD!

Did you know they’re even OPEN today on the 4th! Here’s a few pics from their sandal sale til the end of the week! 20% off!! Woohoo!!