News

4/28/2025
Landowner Success Story: Steve Almos
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.
4/23/2025
2025 Habitat Supporter Decal Unveiled: “Grassy Draw” by Brent Beal Selected for Annual Conservation Campaign
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.
4/17/2025
Gov. Rhoden Appoints James Halverson and Eric Johannsen to the Second Century Habitat Fund Board
Governor Larry Rhoden announced the appointment of James Halverson and Eric Johannsen to the Second Century Habitat Fund Board
4/1/2025
Elysabeth Kierl Appointed Executive Director of Second Century Habitat Fund
The Second Century Habitat Fund proudly announces the appointment of Elysabeth "Liz" Kierl as Executive Director, effective January 2025.
11/25/2024
SCHF Announces Decal Design Contest to Support Wildlife Habitat Conservation
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.
11/7/2024
Second Century Habitat Fund Gives back to Veterans Through Donation
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.
6/18/2023
South Dakota’s Second Century Habitat Fund Receives Big Boost from Pheasants Forever
6/13/2023
South Dakota’s Second Century Habitat Fund Gala Exceeds Expectations
6/13/2023
Second Century Habitat Fund Awards Eric Johannsen the 2023 Habitat Steward Award
6/13/2023
Toyota, Alumacraft Boats and South Dakota’s Second Century Habitat Fund Team Up for the WIN.
1/30/2023
South Dakota’s Second Century Habitat Fund Launches “Winter Storm Initiative”
1/25/2023
SCHF Receives Grant for the Enhancement of Grazing Land in The Prairie Pothole Region
12/11/2022
South Dakotans Support Habitat: Crowdsourcing Winners Announced, More to Come from Second Century
11/18/2022
Second Century Habitat Fund Receives Grant for West River Working Lands Program
11/17/2022
Second Century Habitat Fund Awards Terry Ness the 2022 Habitat Steward Award
9/8/2022
A Win for Douglas Novak and Habitat
3/10/2022
Custom Built Motorcycle to Be Raffled in Support of Second Century Habitat Fund
12/23/2021
Can-Am Raffle Raises Half a Million Dollars for Habitat

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