Seasonal workers the “face” of major South Dakota attractions

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By Jackie Hendry
South Dakota News Watch

WALL, S.D. – Despite consistent visitation in recent years and record-breaking visitor spending, critical South Dakota tourist attractions remain subject to broader concerns as the peak tourist season begins.

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Sarah Hustead (left), Mike Pflaum (center) and Dan Wenk (right) discussed seasonal workforce needs at Wall Drug, Badlands National Park and Mt. Rushmore National Memorial for an upcoming episode of SDPB's "South Dakota Focus" in Wall, S.D., on April 28, 2025. (Photo Credit: Delainey LaHood-Burns / SDPB)

The most common challenge is finding adequate workforce. A panel discussion featured in an upcoming episode of SDPB's South Dakota Focus brought current and former leaders of three major west river attractions together to discuss the workforce needed to handle the busiest months for visitors.

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