Once upon a time, in the whimsical state of South Dakota, a troupe of water-loving kids assembled every afternoon at the grand pool of Mount Rushmore. This wasn't an ordinary pool, oh no! It was a magical pool shaped like the state itself! When seen from afar, one could even spot the charming corners of Sioux Falls and the twinkling lights of Pierre, the state’s capital, reflected in the waters. The group was as diverse and lively as the state itself. Leading them was their invincible captain, Bubbles McSplash, a 7-foot tall, snorkel-wearing buffalo, who was as wise as he was goofy. Bubbles was the only buffalo in the entire state who could do a perfect backstroke without getting his fur wet, a talent that dripped of magic and humor. These South Dakota kids were not just ordinary swimmers, they were wave warriors, water wizards, and even pool pirates! They had races under the waterfalls of Spearfish Canyon and synchronized swimming to the rhythm of the Black Hills. They could turn the calm Big Sioux River into a rollicking waterpark with the flick of a fin. Even the fish in the Missouri River admired their butterfly stroke. Their laughter echoed across the great plains, their water splashes were as tall as the Badlands. They brought so much joy to South Dakota that even the stone-faced presidents on Mount Rushmore couldn't help but crack a smile when they swam by. So, if you ever find yourself in South Dakota, just follow the sound of laughter and splashing water to join these magical kids and their buffalo captain, Bubbles McSplash, for a rendezvous with fun and frolic in the enchanted waters of South Dakota.

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