Lake Sharpe is a classic Missouri River reservoir, flowing from Oahe Dam in Pierre to Big Bend Dam in Fort Thompson. Clear water, current, and classic reservoir fishing is what anglers can expect, as well as plenty of walleyes to be caught. However, connected to Lake Sharpe, is a fishery that is the complete opposite. […]
The Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota offer some of the best walleye fishing in the Midwest, and as spring begins the first open water opportunities of the season draws anglers from across the region to Chamberlain, South Dakota to fish on Lake Francis Case. While springtime in Chamberlain is a major draw to start […]
The Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota are complex and dynamic fisheries. While they share certain characteristics, there are many elements that make these fisheries unique as well. We highlighted the three main reservoirs: Lake Oahe, Lake Sharpe, and Lake Francis Case in A Comprehensive Guide to Fishing on the Missouri River in South Dakota. […]
The Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota are large and complex fisheries, and none meets these qualifications more than Lake Oahe. Stretching across two states and connecting two capitals, Lake Oahe is expansive, deep, and features numerous elements within the reservoir. We highlighted the three main reservoirs: Lake Oahe, Lake Sharpe, and Lake Francis Case […]
The Missouri River in South Dakota offers some of the best fishing opportunities in the Midwest, and many anglers from across the country come to take advantage of the excellent bite. South Dakota is home to four major reservoirs: Lake Oahe, Lake Sharpe, Lake Francis Case, and Lewis and Clark Lake. Each of these fisheries […]
The Berkley Shallow Money Badger is one of the hot new baits on the market and can be fished by both casting and trolling. This makes it an extremely versatile bait, with an aggressive action to attract everything from walleyes to bass to trout. Fish It Like Nick “The Berkley Shallow Money Badger is one […]
The Berkley Money Badger is a loud, aggressive, and versatile bait that has quickly grown in popularity particularly among walleye anglers in the Midwest. Fish It Like Nick “The Berkley Money Badger I like to think of as my X factor bait,” says Nick Harrington, Owner of Lip Ripper Fishing. “When I need to switch […]
Lake Sharpe is known as a walleye factory, and production was good in 2025. Lake Sharpe is an action fishery that consistently produces excellent numbers of walleye, and anglers should expect more of the same in 2026. In addition to walleye, special attention has been paid to the Lake Sharpe smallmouth bass population and fisheries […]
Fishing was fantastic on Lake Oahe in 2025, and all signs are pointing to an even stronger 2026! Walleye abundance continues to increase, walleye are growing at a quick rate, and the other fishing opportunities such as salmon and smallmouth bass are providing an excellent bite as well. Learn more about all of that, and […]
The best resource for Nebraska anglers, the 2026 Nebraska Fishing Forecast, is now available for anglers to begin planning their trips. This publication is shared annually by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and includes both sampling charts and a write up by Daryl Bauer, fisheries outreach and program manager. Whether fishing for walleye, largemouth […]
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