1. Founded in 2011 by a retired
military couple, Operation
Black Hills Cabin is secluded
on the edge of Custer, SD, in
the beautiful Black Hills. Its
purpose is to offer a week-
long respite to qualifying
wounded veterans and their
immediate families, at little
or no expense to them.
Operation Black Hills Cabin
is a non-profit organization
whose mission is to provide
a comfortable, peaceful, and
supportive respite with excit-
ing recreational activities to
qualifying veterans and their
families in a leisurely environ-
ment.
“A WAY TO SAY THANK YOU”
KMAN Design
Operation Black Hills Cabin
Board of Directors
Jeff Baird *
Pat Baird *
Ione Fejfar
Carol Johnson
Martin Mahrt *
* Retired Military

2. How do I qualify?
Military service in Operation Iraqi
Freedom, Operation Enduring Free-
dom, or Operation New Dawn;
Combat injured with a minimum of
30%(copies of award letter and DD
Form 214 or current PCS orders are
required with application).
Medal of Honor Recipients
Warrior Transition Unit Members
(with required documentation)
To apply, visit our website for an
application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the cabin wheelchair
accessible?
The cabin is wheelchair accessible,
with wide doorways and a roll in
shower.
Is there an airport in Custer?
Rapid City Regional Airport is the
closest commercial airport with daily
flights serviced by most major air-
lines. It is about an hour drive away.
What about pets & smoking?
The cabin is 100% non-smoking. No
pets are allowed, unless they are
service animals. See website for
required documentation.
Are there medical facilities?
Custer Regional Medical Center (1/2
block from cabin)
Rapid City Regional Medical Center
(40 miles north of Custer)
Hot Springs VA Hospital (32 miles
south of Custer)
Ft. Mead VA Hospital (70 miles north
of Custer)
What will this respite cost?
The lodging is at no cost. Several
local restaurants offer free meals
and many area attractions offer free
admission (see website). Other ex-
penses, such as transportation, are
the family’s responsibility. We have
teamed up with Air Compassion for
air travel assistance. Visit aircompas-
sionforveterans.org
If you have other questions please
feel free to contact us. We have many
volunteers who strive to make this
the best respite possible.
How can I get involved?
Operation Black Hills Cabin is a
501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization.
We are 100% volunteer based and
volunteers are needed in many areas!
If you are interested, there is a place
for you!
You can get more information on
the website regarding donations. All
donations are appreciated and tax
deductible.
How do I contact You?
www.operationblackhillscabin.org
facebook.com/operationblackhillscabin
Operation Black Hills Cabin
PO Box 855
Custer, SD 57730
Phone: (605)517-1830
Email:
operationblackhillscabin@gmail.com
Thank you for your
interest in helping to show
our appreciation to those
who have given so much!