The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) today announced there will be a public meeting regarding the Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe fisheries in the Pierre area on January 14, 2026.
The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. central time on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Fort Pierre AmericInn.
GFP fisheries biologists will provide a presentation on both waterbodies, and there will then be an opportunity for a question-and-answer session. The presentation will include the history, current trends, and upcoming management plans for the fisheries.
Individuals who are unable to attend in person will be able to view a recording of the meeting on the GFP YouTube Channel.
Additionally following the meeting, the 2026 forecasts for both Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe will be posted to the Lip Ripper Fishing South Dakota Fisheries Focus page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will be discussed at the Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe public fisheries meeting?
The discussion at the Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe public fisheries meeting will be regarding the historic trends, sampling results, survey results, and management of the fisheries. Topics will include the walleye population, stockings, salmon, and forage availability. This will focus on the biological aspects within these fisheries.
When will the Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe public fisheries meeting be?
The 2026 Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe public fisheries meeting will take place Wednesday, January 14.
Where is the Pierre public fisheries meeting?
The 2026 Pierre public fisheries meeting will take place at the AmericInn in Fort Pierre.
Learn More About Fisheries Management
Individuals wishing to learn more about fisheries management, and how to take the most information out of these meetings, will find a detailed explanation of recruitment, growth, and mortality in our Understanding the Nature of Fisheries Management article.
