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The Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF), South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP), and Can-Am have once again joined forces to launch the 2026 Defender for Habitat Raffle, offering outdoor enthusiasts the chance to win a 2026 Can-Am Defender Max Limited—all in support of habitat conservation efforts across South Dakota.

The Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF) was honored with the Habitat Defender Award at the Gala for the Grasslands on February 19 during the 2026 National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic.

If anyone thinks conservation slows down when things get complicated - 2025 proved otherwise. This year, Second Century Habitat Fund kept habitat moving forward across South Dakota’s working lands, pairing strong partnerships with real, measurable impact. Here’s what 2025 looked like on the ground: 162 landowners served through SCHF programs. 2,190 acres enrolled in 2025 alone, adding to14,448 total acres funded since program launch. 111 active contracts currently delivering habitat benefits. Nearly $4.5 million invested directly into habitat projects.

The Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF) is once again inviting South Dakota artists to put their creativity to work for conservation through the 2026 Habitat Decal Contest. This annual event connects the art community with wildlife conservation by showcasing original artwork on collectible decals distributed statewide to support grassland and habitat restoration.

Can-Am, together with South Dakota’s Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF), are excited to announce that their joint fundraising campaign has raised more than $150,000 to support wildlife habitat conservation and the preservation of South Dakota’s cherished grasslands. That amount will directly impact more than 2,500 acres of land.

Second Century Habitat Fund has received a $543,500 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to help landowners convert low-performing cropland into native prairie.

The Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF), South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP), and Can-Am have once again joined forces to launch the 2025 Defender for Habitat Raffle, offering outdoor enthusiasts the chance to win a 2025 Can-Am Defender Max Limited—all in support of habitat conservation efforts across South Dakota.

When Steve Almos and his brother faced the challenge of managing a remote, low-fertility, weed-prone section of their farm near Gary, South Dakota, they decided to try something new. In the fall of 2020, they enrolled 15.4 acres into the Second Century Habitat Fund’s program — and they couldn't be more pleased with the results.

The Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF) is proud to announce the release of the 2025 Habitat Supporter Decal, featuring Grassy Draw by South Dakota artist Brent Beal.

Governor Larry Rhoden announced the appointment of James Halverson and Eric Johannsen to the Second Century Habitat Fund Board

The Second Century Habitat Fund proudly announces the appointment of Elysabeth "Liz" Kierl as Executive Director, effective January 2025.

The Second Century Habitat Fund is calling on artists across South Dakota to showcase their creative talents and contribute to a cause that benefits wildlife conservation.

The South Dakota Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF) donated over 600 pounds of wildflower and grass seed to the new South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Applications are being accepted for the 2026 South Dakota Leopold Conservation Award®. The $10,000 award honors ranchers, farmers, and forestland owners who go above and beyond in their management of soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat on working land.