605-394-1722
SDSU West River Research and Extension
711 N Creek Drive
Rapid City, SD 57703
Peggy supports the citizens of South Dakota in her role as the SDSU Extension Community Vitality Program Director based in Rapid City.
Peggy Schlechter
SDSU Extension Community Vitality Program Director
Also by Peggy Schlechter
2026 Energize conference touts benefits of youth staying in SD
June 09, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension hosted a successful 2026 Energize conference in Wall with 144 attendees.
Jul
31
Energize 2027 Host Community Application Deadline
SDSU Extension is seeking applications for a host community for the ninth annual Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference.
SDSU Extension identifies challenges, opportunities in agritourism
April 07, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension has identified key challenges and opportunities operators face in agritourism, an emerging industry in the state.