The 2026 Tom and Matt Hill Memorial Walleye Tournament will take place on Saturday, July 11. The event will launch out of West Whitlock Recreation Area with fishing on Lake Oahe. “West Whitlock offers some of the best fishing on Lake Oahe,” said Nick Harrington, Owner of Lip Ripper Fishing. “This is probably the best […]
Colder temperatures have hit the region, which means the transition from open water fishing to ice fishing has begun in South Dakota! Following a winter storm system and a strong cold front over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, many of the sloughs and lakes have begun to lock up and anglers who have waited all year […]
One of the most exciting aspects of the fishing industry is the ability for small businesses to succeed. Whether it’s painting lures, building rods, guiding operations, or local bait shops there are success stories dotted across the country. One of these success stories comes straight out of Pierre, South Dakota, and that’s JB Designs Custom […]
The hot new bait, the latest electronics, and that must have new color are all fishing gear that can steal the show this holiday shopping season, but are they truly the best investments to improve your time on the water? As fun as new baits can be, efficiency is what puts the most fish in […]
The holiday season is upon us, which means Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and the rest of the holiday shopping season is here! Similar to your other favorite retailers, you can expect to see deals on fishing, hunting, and outdoor equipment. As you plan your shopping for yourself, friends, and family, here’s a […]
The Nebraska Walleye Trail and Nebraska Walleye Association today jointly announced the inaugural season of the Nebraska Walleye Series will take place in 2026. The Nebraska Walleye Series will be sponsored by Good Life Proteins, and includes six qualifying events and a championship, with the season spanning from April to October. Anglers must fish in […]
After a month off, we’re back with our weekly fishing reports! Fall fishing is in full swing on Lake Sharpe in Pierre and while other anglers are busy enjoying West River Deer season and great pheasant hunting the walleyes are biting and the river is vacant! Lake Sharpe Fishing Report While the calendar says mid-November, […]
The Can-Am Defender for Habitat Raffle successfully raised over $150,000 to support habitat improvements across the state according to the Second Century Habitat Fund and Can-Am. The proceeds of this raffle will support over 2,500 acres of land for grassland habitat programs. “We’re incredibly proud to see what this collaboration has accomplished,” said Jeremi Doyon-Roch, […]
There’s a new fishery for Pierre’s residents and visitors to enjoy, with Capitol Lake officially opening for public fishing effective today, October 30, 2025. South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) and Governor Larry Rhoden kicked off this new opportunity with an open house fishing event, and anglers can now enjoy this new fishery in […]
It is the greatest time of year here in South Dakota! The fields have turned orange, the fall fishing bite is hitting on all cylinders, and most importantly, the bugs are gone! Falls is indeed here, the bite is picking up on both Lake Sharpe and Lake Oahe, and the reports from the pheasant hunters […]
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