1. South Dakota Michael Brown Mrs. Whitaker

2. South Dakota’s nickname is the Mount Rushmore state. it got its nickname from the national state park mount Rushmore

3. State bird South Dakotas state bid is a Ringed-necked Pheasant The state animal is a Coyote And the state flower is a Pasqual It entered the union Nov. 2 1889

4. Norm Van Brocklin Norm van Brocklin was a football player and a coach he played for the Los Angeles rams and the Philadelphia Eagles he was born in eagle butte south Dakota Norm was called The Dutchman. his number was 11 and he was the quarterback and the punter

5. Things to do The military museum teaches people about the civil war and major wars that we were inWith everything there is to see and do in South Dakota, you’ll want to plan more than one vacation to get it all done! We have something for everyone, the outdoor enthusiast, the golfer, the beach comber, the history buff and the explorer. Here are just a few things you can discover when you vacation in South Dakota.the golfer Family Attractions Fairytale castles, a palace decorated in corn and native grasses, and a tropical jungle filled with exotic birds are just some of the family-friendly attractions you can experience in South Dakota.experience South Dakota’s unique national treasures include national parks and monuments, like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, and state parks, like Custer State Park, which offer memorable vacation experiences.Mount Rushmore National MemorialCuster State Park Learning is fun in the Mount Rushmore State when you open the doors to our historic and western travel adventures like Lewis and Clark and “Little House on the Prairie.” Lewis and Clark Outdoor Adventure Hiking, biking, rock climbing, sailing, kayaking and jet skiing. The list of outdoor adventures you can experience in South Dakota goes on and on. Bicyclists rave about South Dakota's awesome fat-tire and road rides. Bring your hiking or walking shoes and discover South Dakota on foot on the state hiking trail system. fat-tire and road ridesstate hiking trail system Outdoor Photography Photographers find a wide variety of exciting subjects in South Dakota. From scenery to wildlife to colorful events, amateurs and professionals alike can take home many memorable images. Outdoor Photographysubjects For inspiration, browse our photo gallery to see some of our Great Faces and Great Places...and send an e- postcard while you're there. photo gallery State Parks and Great Places..

6. South Dakota has millions of land acres designated as state park and recreation areas. Visiting our state parks is a good way to learn about there history from beaches to wild buffalo roaming the prairies. There are always things to do year-round with for the whole family. Camping Sleep under the stars in one of South Dakota’s campgrounds. Most have modern facilities and accommodate tents, campers and RVs. You’ll also find rental cabins to make your camping experience complete – you decide if you want rustic or modern accommodations. Make state park camping reservations online at the Department of Game, Fish and Parks site. Archaeology/Paleontology If you’re interested in what lies beneath the surface, you’ll love exploring South Dakota’s ancient past. Fossils of extinct species, giant wooly mammoths and dinosaur bones have been discovered in South Dakota’s fertile fields. A visit to one of our bone zones is an experience you’ll never forget. South Dakota has millions of land acres designated as state park and recreation areas. Visiting our state parks are a great way to learn about our history and variety…from sandy beaches to wild buffalo roaming the prairies. There are always things to do year-round with the whole family.

7. Statehood: November 2, 1889 (40 th State State song: "Hail! South Dakota " (1943) State bird: ring-necked pheasant (1943) State tree: black hills spruce (1947) State flower: American pasque flower (1903) State Grass: Western wheat grass (1970); State Soil: houdek (1990); State Insect: honeybee (1978); State Animal: coyote (1949); State Mineral stone: rose quartz (1966); State Gemstone: fairburn agate (1966); State Colors: blue and gold (in state flag); State Fish: walleye (1982); State Musical instrument: fiddle (1989); State Dessert: kuchen (2000) State Motto: "Under God the people rule" State Nickname: Mount Rushmore State

8. State budget Florida's state budget is $70,831,270,031 South Dakotas state budget is $3,382,746,362