Great Bear Ski Valley

Time to wax your skis and snowboards, Great Bear Ski Valley near Brandon just announced its opening date for the 2022-2023 season.

It won't be long until you get back on the slopes as one of South Dakota's most popular winter destinations gets ready to open for the season.

This winter we haven't seen the snowfall that is needed to sustain grazing lands and subsoil moisture.

There's plenty of fun all over Sioux Falls during the darkest time of the year and here is where you will find those events.

People of all ages and abilities can enjoy Zumba!

You could own one of the original red ski lift chairs from Great Bear or a piece of the cable with a raffle ticket.

You think you're in shape until you attempt to conquer those hills at Great Bear. Whew!

It's the end of the season bash for Great Bear Ski Valley celebrating 40 years.

Recreation Park opens 2020-2021 season with skiing. Tubing soon.

If you're a winter sports lover who can't wait to get back into it, OctoBEARfest at Great Bear is for you!