Hay Camp in the news.
A decade-plus of coverage of Rapid City's craft brewery, the Bashful Bison, and events at the Mothership.
2026
Rapid City Earth Day Expo at Western Dakota Tech features EV show, recycling, water testing
Hay Camp hosted a community panel on the Missouri River Pipeline and water conservation as part of Rapid City's Earth Day programming, continuing its role as a gathering place for local science, sustainability, and civic conversation.
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Black Hills Clean Water Alliance marks World Water Day with a fundraiser and food
Hay Camp welcomed the Black Hills Clean Water Alliance for a World Water Day fundraiser featuring speakers, music, food, and a silent auction in support of local water-quality work.
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Rapid City, Spearfish to host shows by pianist, trumpeter
The Rapid City Journal highlighted a live jazz performance at Hay Camp, underscoring the brewery's growing role as a venue for arts, music, and community events in downtown Rapid City.
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Mines' Spring 2026 STEAM Café Presentations
KOTA previewed the spring STEAM Café lineup, a long-running partnership between South Dakota Mines, SDPB, and Hay Camp that brings free public talks on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics to the taproom.
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2025
Jazz hits Hay Camp Brewing to raise money for Improvise Arts
Hay Camp hosted a jazz fundraiser benefiting Improvise Arts, bringing live music and local support together in The Mothership.
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2024
Knowledge on Tap: Discover the Latest STEAM Café Talks at Hay Camp Brewing
South Dakota Mines spotlighted the fall STEAM Café series at Hay Camp, where the taproom becomes a welcoming space for public learning, conversation, and community connection.
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Local brewery brings unique taste to Rapid City
KOTA profiled Hay Camp's small-batch brewing approach, highlighting the craft, experimentation, and independent spirit behind the beers served in the Rapid City taproom.
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How the minerals, fossils of an area can impact the beer available
A Hay Camp–hosted talk explored the surprising connections between geology, paleontology, minerals, and beer, reflecting the brewery's ongoing commitment to curious, creative community programming.
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Rapid City sandwich shop opens new location, promotes sustainable agriculture
KOTA covered The Bashful Bison's move into Hay Camp's building, highlighting the partnership between local beer, local food, and sustainably minded community gathering.
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Spring 2024 STEAM Café Lineup
South Dakota Mines announced another season of STEAM Café talks at Hay Camp, continuing the brewery's role as a regular home for accessible public science and arts programming.
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2023
5 Amazing Rush Stops We Can't Get Enough Of
Visit Rapid City featured Hay Camp as part of its "Amazing Rush" series, showcasing the brewery as a must-stop destination for visitors exploring local flavor and culture.
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From Grains to Grapes: Exploring Rapid City's Beer and Wine Scene
This travel feature included Hay Camp in a tour of Rapid City's craft beverage scene, highlighting standout beers like Victory Stout and Dino-Sour.
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2022
NewsCenter1 Interview at Hay Camp
NewsCenter1 visited Hay Camp for a local feature on the brewery, its beers, and its place in the Rapid City community.
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Mountain West Beerfest comes to The Monument
KOTA covered Mountain West Beerfest and featured Hay Camp as part of the Black Hills craft beer community.
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Celebrating National American Beer Day with Hay Camp Brewing
Hay Camp joined KOTA to celebrate National American Beer Day and share the local craft behind Rapid City-brewed beer.
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Distribution
KELOLAND Living visited with Hay Camp to talk about the brewery's distribution work and the growth of local craft beer beyond the taproom.
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Bicycle Beer Delivery — Hay Camp Brewery Rapid City South Dakota
Elevate Rapid City featured Hay Camp's bicycle beer delivery, a creative local service that brought craft beer to the community by pedal power.
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2021
Hay Camp Brewing: A Craft Beer Experience
Black Hills Visitor profiled the Hay Camp experience, from carefully served beer and local events to the character of The Mothership in downtown Rapid City.
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KELOLAND Living: Hay Camp Brewing
KELOLAND Living introduced viewers to Hay Camp's story, beers, and community-centered approach to craft brewing.
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2020
Visit the Breweries of the Black Hills
This Black Hills brewery guide recommended Hay Camp as a Rapid City stop for travelers exploring the region's craft beer scene.
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2019
The Mothership is Calling: Hay Camp Brewing's Mixed-Use Space
CraftBeer.com featured Hay Camp's move into The Mothership, highlighting the historic building, expanded taproom, event space, and the brewery's vision for a larger community gathering place.
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The Most Underrated Brewery in Every State
Thrillist named Hay Camp its South Dakota pick for most underrated brewery, bringing national attention to Rapid City's independent craft beer scene.
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2018
A Weekend in Rapid City, South Dakota
This Rapid City travel itinerary included a Hay Camp tasting and tour, positioning the brewery as a memorable stop for visitors exploring the Black Hills.
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Beyond the Badlands: The Ultimate Weekend in Rapid City, South Dakota
Camels & Chocolate featured Hay Camp in a Rapid City weekend guide, highlighting the taproom as part of the city's local food, drink, and travel experience.
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Mines Partners with SDPB, Local Brewery for STEAM Café
South Dakota Mines announced the launch of STEAM Café at Hay Camp, establishing the brewery as a home for free, public conversations at the intersection of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
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Rapid City mayor kicks off National Beer Day events at Hay Camp Brewing Company
KOTA covered National Beer Day events at Hay Camp, including a visit from Rapid City's mayor and a celebration of locally brewed beer.
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2017
Brewing New Scenery: Two Rapid City Owners Expand Operations and Open New Venues
605 Magazine covered Hay Camp's move into its larger Kansas City Street home, capturing a major step in the brewery's growth and the beginning of The Mothership era.
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Hay Camp brewers hope to transform building into hot spot
The Associated Press reported on Hay Camp's plans to transform 601 Kansas City Street into a larger taproom, production brewery, and community event space.
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2016
Craft Drink Tour of South Dakota
This South Dakota craft beverage travel piece included Hay Camp as a Rapid City stop for visitors seeking locally made beer.
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2015
The Real Deal: Hay Camp Brewing Company
605 Magazine profiled Hay Camp in its early years, focusing on the hands-on brewing process, local roots, and the craft behind the beer.
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2013
Ale Riders round up thirst for great beer
An early Rapid City Journal mention captured the roots of Hay Camp's brewing story as the brewery was preparing to open in Rapid City.
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