FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 3, 2018
CONTACT: Emily Kiel at Emily.Kiel@state.sd.us

PIERRE, S.D. – According to South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP), entrepreneurs interested in operating Spring Creek Resort can now submit proposals.

"Spring Creek Recreation Area is a popular destination for anglers, boaters and families,” said Katie Ceroll, director of the Division of Parks and Recreation. “The area provides excellent access to recreational opportunities on Lake Oahe from fishing and boating in the summer to ice fishing in the winter.”

The prospectus for the operation of Spring Creek Resort is available online at https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/spring-creek-recreation-area/. The prospectus describes the terms and conditions under which interested operators may submit proposals. It also includes details about the business opportunity, the requirements necessary to submit a proposal and a draft concession agreement. Required services include cabin and lodge room rental, seasonal marina slips, restaurant, retail goods, courtesy docks and on-the-water boat fuel.

Proposals are due Sept. 21, 2018.

A copy of the prospectus is available online at https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/spring-creek-recreation-area/ or by calling 605.773.3391.

The resort is located at Spring Creek Recreation Area, 15 miles north of Pierre.

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