Tours & Childcare
Notable Attractions With Tours Available: Watertown South Dakota
- The Redlin Art Center, 1200 33rd Street SE, (605) 882-3877 https://redlinart.com/
- Lake Area Technical Institute, 1201 Arrow Ave, https://www.lakeareatech.edu/
Please Contact Luanne To Schedule A Drop-In Tour (605) 882-5284 Ext. 241
*All attendees will also receive a complimentary packet of information from the Watertown Chamber of Commerce
Daycare Option: At Lake Area Technical Institute
- Those with children over age three, interested in a potential daycare option please contact Kristy Jerzak (605) 882-5284 Ext. 440, Director of the Daycare Unit at Lake Area Technical Institute.
Registration Open for 2026 Soil Health Conference!
The 2026 Soil Health Conference will be held Jan. 13-14 in Aberdeen, SD. Don't miss this outstanding opportunity to learn more about soil health land management practices! In addition to the keynote speakers, this conference will feature breakout sessions, discussion panels, award presentations, demonstrations, vendor booths, student contests, and more! This is a chance to network with experienced sustainable agriculture producers and experts and brainstorm solutions for your land management challenges!
News & Events
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Fall harvest reveals wildlife benefits of soil health
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