Annual Signature Events
Northern Hills Area CASA was formed in 1986 and is a member of the National CASA Association. We serve children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse and/or neglect. Our mission is to promote and protect the best interests of children through the advocacy efforts of trained volunteers. We strive to provide a Court Appointed Special Advocate for each and every child involved in the court system within the eight counties of the Fourth Judicial Circuit. We recruit, train, and support volunteers to become powerful voices within abuse and neglect proceedings. We want children to be safe and have the opportunity to thrive in a permanent home.
In order to accommodate these goals, additional resources are imperative. We are a non-profit organization who relies on contributions from outside sources to fulfill our mission. NHCASA receives funding through grants, local governments, individual gifts, and business donations. In addition, we host three annual fundraising activities. These events support our objectives of child abuse prevention and research-based, best-practice advocacy services. Your involvement as a sponsor, donor, event volunteer, or participant truly makes a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children.
Spearfish Canyon Half Marathon & 5K Race
Run/walk for the CASA cause.
The 39th Annual Spearfish Canyon Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk was held on Saturday, July 12, 2025. We had a record-breaking year with 576 registered participants from 33 states and Poland. Please consider joining us to celebrate our 40th race anniversary on July 11, 2026. Registration will open in January. The HALF MARATHON is a road race down the beautiful Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway featuring limestone canyon walls blanketed with coniferous and deciduous trees along Spearfish Creek. Runners begin in Savoy at 7 AM and follow Highway 14A, Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway, to the Spearfish City Park. The 5K starts and ends in the Spearfish City Park. Runners follow the road through the campground, connect with the bike path to the canyon parking lot, then head down the scenic byway, reconnect with the bike path, and end in the park.Official Race Timer Provided by: Mangled Momentum - https://www.mangledmomentum.com/ 
Thank you to our Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Local Sponsors
Black Hills Super 6
The 7th Annual Black Hills Super 6 was held on August 16, 2025, at Big Hill Trails. We had a record-breaking turnout, with 170 registered participants. We were thrilled with the additions of the inaugural trail run and the Strider Bike children's course. The fun-filled, family-oriented day was a huge sucess. Mark your calendars for August 15, 2026. Registration will open in May.
The 8th Annual Black Hills Super 6 Mountain Bike Race & Trail Run will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Big Hill Trails. The bike race and trail run will occur simultaneously, on separate courses. Enjoy the Black Hills National Forest and help raise money for Northern Hills Area CASA, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Northern Hills CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) promotes and protects the best interests of abused and neglected children through the advocacy efforts of trained volunteers. All proceeds benefit victims of child maltreatment in eight counties of western South Dakota. The Black Hills Super 6 Mountain Bike Race is intended for participants of various ages and ability levels. The 3-hour/3-mile bike loop is designed as a short course for beginner riders. The 6-hour/6-mile course is geared for intermediate-advanced riders. The team option for the 3-hour bike race is for two participants. The six-hour team event consists of 2-4 riders. To register as a team, the team captain signs up, creates the team name and password, and enters the teammates' emails. Then, they will receive a link to register and join the team. NOTE: When registering for a bike or running team event, it must be the only event you are registering for within that one particular transaction. Solo registrations, meadow parking, and t-shirt sales must be completed on a separate transaction. The ITSYOURRACE fees are consistent and will be the same, regardless of if you are doing one or several transactions. https://www.trailforks.com/goto/route/13673/ (6-hour bike course map) https://www.trailforks.com/goto/route/22451/ (3-mile bike course map) The Black Hills Super 6 Inaugural Trail Run offers 3- and 6-hour options, with both utilizing a 3-mile loop, separate from the bike courses. The 3-hour run can be completed as an individual or as a 2-person team. Gather your friends and form a team (2-4 participants) for the 6-hour event, or go solo, if desired. Participants will complete as many laps as possible during a 3-hour or 6-hour time duration. There will be a separate aid station designated for runners. Having two types of races occurring simultaneously is a unique opportunity, all in support of the CASA Cause. Official Race Timer Provided by: Mangled Momentum - https://www.mangledmomentum.com/
Thank you to our Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Local Sponsors
Dueling Pianos
Dueling Pianos
"Playing for Permanency"
The 5th annual Dueling Pianos fundraiser will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Spearfish Holiday Inn. NHCASA's Board of Directors organize this event. There will be drinks, entertainment, and food. The piano players encourage crowd participation and duel each other with a variety of music genres. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. Brief presentations by the NHCASA team, a CASA Volunteer, and Board President will occur at 7:30 p.m. Music starts at 7:45 p.m. The event is dressy casual. All proceeds go directly to Northern Hills Area CASA, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. NHCASA promotes and protects the best interests of abused and neglected children in eight counties of western South Dakota through the advocacy efforts of trained volunteers. Becoming a Dueling Pianos sponsor offers great benefits to your business. In addition to the sponsorship opportunities, tickets are available for purchase. For more information, please contact NHCASA at (605) 722-4558.Thank you to our Sponsors
Piano Sponsors
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Social Hour Sponsors
Friends of CASA Sponsors
