The early spring is always brought with new excitement – warmer weather, the (hopefully!) end of winter, and a new open water season! When the ice subsides, boat docks are placed, and weather allows, anglers will take to the Missouri River in number. While the bite can be very good in the early spring, sometimes […]
The weather is warm, the docks are in, and it’s time to put the boats in the water! There are ample open water opportunities for anglers to enjoy, and we have a quick update on the boat ramp access in this special fishing report! Boat Ramp Updates It was a busy week for boat docks […]
The open water season is here! Docks have been placed at Cedar Shore Resort, and anglers are already reporting a good bite in the Chamberlain area! It’s time to make plans to fish on Lake Francis Case, and that includes the Cedar Shore Resort Walleye Tournament. The 2026 Cedar Shore Resort Walleye Tournament will take […]
One of the most common concerns anglers express is waterbodies being “fished out”, which would be all or a significant amount of the fish in a population being caught by anglers or otherwise experiencing mortality. In this article, we’ll fish out the facts on how harvest is studied on game fish populations. To begin, there […]
This past winter, there’s been a lot of information shared regarding our Missouri River fisheries. This has included status reports on Lake Oahe, Lake Sharpe, Lake Francis Case, and Lewis and Clark Lake as well as other more detailed articles on recruitment, growth, and mortality within these fisheries. One article in particular, Angler Harvest Thoroughly […]
The 2026 Midwest Walleye Challenge is set to bring even bigger competition in the 2026 season. New for this season, the Midwest Walleye Challenge will feature both individual and team competition. The Midwest Walleye Challenge is hosted by Anglers Atlas and the MyCatch app. The event takes place in South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, […]
The open water season is officially here in South Dakota! The Missouri River is open, ice conditions are receding, and boats are taking to the water! Boat Ramp Updates This time of year, access is always the most important factor for getting on the water. Once ice conditions have subsided, boat docks are placed, and […]
Lake Francis Case is a popular walleye fishery, and the Chamberlain area in the springtime in particular is a favorite for anglers from across the Midwest. Trolling crankbaits is an effective way to target walleye on the reservoir throughout the entire season, and anglers can find success with a simple spread of crankbaits all year […]
The first Midwest Walleye Challenge took place in South Dakota in 2025, and the event will return again in 2026! A new twist will be the ability to compete at a county level, with Team Lip Ripper Fishing representing Stanley County! The Midwest Walleye Challenge is hosted by Angler’s Atlas and the MyCatch app. The […]
Lake Francis Case is a popular walleye fishery and after a stretch of tough fishing, punctuated by a down year in 2024, the fishery has found itself in the spotlight. Fortunately, signs are pointing towards a rebound and the fishery remains a walleye factory. Lake Francis Case is the 11th largest reservoir in the United […]
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