Each fall, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) fisheries biologists conduct their annual fall lake sampling. This data is then made available to anglers, who may use it to learn more about their favorite fisheries and discover new ones as well. “Beginning in late-summer, and into early-fall, our fisheries crews begin their annual lake […]
The fishing in northeast South Dakota is special, and anglers across the region are familiar with the excellent walleye and perch fishing that can be found on fisheries like Bitter Lake, Waubay Lake, and even Dry Lake #2 and Indian Springs. While these fisheries all can produce excellent fishing, there are far more options in […]
The fall season is here on the Missouri River, and fishing is picking up on Lake Sharpe near Pierre! Fish are transitioning up the reservoir, scattering across the major flats east of Pierre, and really starting to get more aggressive as summer begins to wind down. We discuss the fall fishing, pheasant outlook, grouse forecast, […]
The fall season is upon us, and all signs point to a terrific fall season in South Dakota! There is no shortage of opportunities in fall across the state, which means whether you’re looking to walleye fish, pheasant hunt, camp, or just enjoy everything the fall has to offer, conditions are shaping up great for […]
It’s easy to love fall in South Dakota. The greatest pheasant hunting in the country. The gorgeous colors of the Black Hills. The crunch of the leaves as a deer walks under your stand. Don’t forget the quiet, cool camping nights as well. There are so many things to love about fall in South Dakota, […]
Bottom bouncing is one of the most effective ways to target fall walleye on the Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota. Walleyes are often scattered out across the expansive flats on Lake Sharpe and Lake Francis Case, and the most effective anglers are going to pay attention to the fine details of their presentation to […]
Fall presents one of the best bites of the year wherever you fish, but the bite seems to be exceptional on the Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota. Specifically, the bite can become truly spectacular on both Lake Sharpe and Lake Francis Case as the calendar turns from September into October. “Fall is referred to […]
Updated Information: The National Walleye Tour announced November 4, 2024, that the first event of the season will NOT be in Bismarck, North Dakota, but rather in Pierre, South Dakota. The event will be on the same dates, April 24-25. The below article has been updated to reflect this current information, and complete information regarding […]
The Masters Walleye Circuit (MWC) has announced their 2025 season schedule. This schedule will include six regular-season events, the 2025 World Walleye Championship for 2024 season qualifiers, and the 2026 World Walleye Championship for the 2025 season qualifiers. The 2025 season features six regular-season events across six different states. Teams that participate in three or […]
A new tournament is set to take place on Lake Oahe, with the Stockmen’s Livestock Fall Brawl scheduled for September 7-8 out of Spring Creek Recreation Area. The tournament is open for 60, 2-3 person teams, with a $400 entry per team. The tournament will pay back 80%, plus an additional $5,000 added courtesy of […]
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