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They have a few Game, Fish & Parks Conservation Officer positions posted up that way, and seeing as how South Dakota POST seems somewhat open to accepting out of state law enforcement certifications, I tossed my name in the hat.
They don't have any specific region of the state listed.. but after doing a little research, it doesn't seem to be a bad place to hang one's hat.
Thoughts?
"Ignorance is acceptable, because you can remedy it with knowledge and research. Stupidity is when you guard your ignorance."
Ted Nugent
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They have a few Game, Fish & Parks Conservation Officer positions posted up that way, and seeing as how South Dakota POST seems somewhat open to accepting out of state law enforcement certifications, I tossed my name in the hat.
They don't have any specific region of the state listed.. but after doing a little research, it doesn't seem to be a bad place to hang one's hat.
Thoughts?
(DROOL).... Leavin' for that God's country tomorrow am... Wish I never had to turn around and come back... Just keep it quiet and don't tell anyone else.. 
Ex- USN (SS) '66-'69
Pro-Constitution.
LET'S GO BRANDON!!!
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Maybe soon, we shall both be there.. permanent!
"Ignorance is acceptable, because you can remedy it with knowledge and research. Stupidity is when you guard your ignorance."
Ted Nugent
"Idolizing a politician is like believing the stripper really likes you."
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It gets cold in the winter there. Seriously cold. My buddy who lives in Mitchell says that it keeps the riff raff out.
I'm better when I move.
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If you stand on a soup can, you can see all the way to Minneapolis.
Be not weary in well doing.
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It's a wonderfully underrated state. One of the lowest tax burdens as well.
And, it is balmy, IMO.
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Excellent state, that I had the privilege to live in for 6 years.
Depends on where the F&G office is as the main one is located in Pierre. Overall the fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, and kayaking is excellent.
Hunting- Elk, Mulies (Big ones), whitetail, antelope, turkeys galore, pheasant (best in the nation, hands down, no holds barred, GFY if you disagree best of the best of the best)
Fishing- Walleye, Salmon, trout, crappie, bass, catfish
Weather- Windy on a frequent basis which compounds the cold weather, and creates large drifts of snow. It snows a fair bit in the winter time. Usually dry during the summer months. Some days below 0, winter is from nov-march, blizzards possible until may. First snow usually in Sep/Oct. Dry heat in the summer, last year had record days over 100, but it is a dry heat.
Jobs - Excellent, unless in pierre. Too small out there
People - Very nice and courteous. Not southern hospitality. Almost everyone is white, the minorities are native american. I'd say 1-3% black at best/worst YMMV
Taxes- No state income tax, sales tax is 6 or 6.5%
If you can move out that way I certainly recommend it. Shoot me a PM if you would like more info, or we can discuss SD over the phone.
The factory of the future will have only two employees, a man and a dog. The man will be there to feed the dog. The dog will be there to keep the man from touching the equipment. � WARREN G. BENNIS
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If you stand on a soup can, you can see all the way to Minneapolis. And the state tree is a telephone pole.
Know fat, know flavor. No fat, no flavor.
I tried going vegan, but then realized it was a big missed steak.
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Go for it. SD GFP is a great organization to work for, at least in the Black Hills area. A couple of years ago I worked a season in Custer State Park.
Just as an example, at the end of the tourist season, they have a game and fish dinner for employees and volunteers....most of it procured/cooked by the upper management.
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If I could get my wife to move I'd be there tomorrow. Love it there!
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If you stand on a soup can, you can see all the way to Minneapolis. And the state tree is a telephone pole. Except for the Black Hills.
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It's a great state to live in. I moved here from Phoenix, AZ in 1990 because of the similar climate! I thought I'd be here 5 years max. I haven't moved because I have not wanted to. The state is really divided in half, or thirds. The western third includes the Black Hills and high plains. There are lots of hunting/shooting/fishing opportunities. We have Sharptail Grouse, Sage Grouse, ducks, geese, whitetail, mule deer, elk and antelope. Also prairie dogs, fox and coyote. Truthfully, don�t count on getting an elk tag anytime soon. It takes a while to get drawn and then there�s a 9 year wait before you can start applying again. The Black Hills has some great blue ribbon trout fishing. Heck the SD GF&P hardly ever catch a guy poaching! Just kidding, don't be getting mad at me. The middle third includes the Missouri River and the breaks and lots pheasants, grouse and ducks. Also includes the capital in Pierre. The eastern third is the flat part. Nothing much out that way. We�re thinking of letting Minnesota take it over. (The east river fellows will like that a lot.) Bob
I met a French guy the other day. I asked him "Do you speak German?" He said "No." I said "You're welcome!"
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Democrat farmers east of the Missouri
Republican ranchers west of the Missouri.
You didn't use logic or reason to get into this opinion, I cannot use logic or reason to get you out of it.
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According to your information, I should be looking WEST of the Missouri then.
"The number one problem with America is, a whole lot of people need shot, and nobody is shooting them."
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According to your information, I should be looking WEST of the Missouri then.
Roger that! Bob
I met a French guy the other day. I asked him "Do you speak German?" He said "No." I said "You're welcome!"
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my dad was born in Pierre...but he's passed on ...so there is room there for one more...
I work harder than a ugly stripper....
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The eastern third is the flat part. Nothing much out that way. We�re thinking of letting Minnesota take it over. (The east river fellows will like that a lot.) Bob Bob, Keep every square inch you have and value it. Don't let the socialist thugs here have a handful of dirt. They'll figure out how to tax it. Pretty soon, pretty soon........
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