Check out the latest fishing reports for across the Midwest! We discuss the fishing on the Missouri River reservoirs including Lake Francis Case, Lake Sharpe and Lake Oahe.
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2024 Fishing Reports
The warm weather has spring fishing in full swing and hundreds, if not thousands of boats, were out on the Missouri River this past week enjoying the beautiful weather.
The first event of the 2024 season for The Fishing Crew is in the books and after battling challenging weather conditions it was Randy Zeman and Zach Kenobbie that were standing atop the leaderboard at the 23rd Annual Cedar Shore Resort Walleye tournament.
Spring fishing is upon us and that means we’re paying attention to what access areas are becoming available! It was a busy week along the Missouri River with many docks going into the water along the reservoirs. We’ve got a run-down of what docks are available for anglers looking to get in on the spring bite!
Open water season is upon us! We kick off the 2024 season with an extremely positive fishing report for the Missouri River reservoirs of Lake Sharpe and Lake Francis Case!
Lip Ripper Fishing News
The 2024 tournament schedule is set for Lip Ripper Fishing. Throughout the 2024 season, Lip Ripper Fishing anglers Nick Harrington and Mason Propst will compete in five tournaments plus a 10-week Tuesday Night League.
The 2024 tournament season is fast approaching and Lip Ripper Fishing anglers, Nick Harrington and Mason Propst, are extremely excited for what the upcoming year has in store. To kick off the season, take a deep dive into each event and how the boys feel heading into the full swing of tournament season.
Mason Propst, simply put, has walleye fishing in his blood. Mason is the third generation of the Propst Professional Anglers dynasty. His grandfather, Bob Propst Sr, was a pioneer of the sport and is responsible for many of the enhancements and growth made throughout the last several decades. His father, Bob Propst Jr, continued the legacy capturing numerous tournament wins and operating a successful guide service. Now, it’s Mason’s turn to carry the torch.
South Dakota Fishing Tournaments News
Spring is here and tournament season is upon us! This means it is time to register for Sharpe Showdown! Sharpe Showdown is hosted by the Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce. This year’s tournament will take place April 27-28. The entry fee is $450 per team and the tournament will offer a 100% payback.
The weather is warming, open water is knocking on the door, and it is time to register for the 23rd Annual Cedar Shore Walleye Tournament!
The South Dakota Governor’s Bass Cup will be returning again for 2024! This will be the third year of this tournament, which showcases the terrific smallmouth bass fishery present on Lake Oahe.
The Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota will be on full display in 2024, with Lake Oahe, Lake Sharpe, and Lake Francis Case all featuring at least one major tournament. All three fisheries are destinations for walleye anglers, which is what makes them enticing for these events.
The 2nd Annual Sharpe Showdown is set for April 27-28, 2024. This tournament is hosted by the Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with The Fishing Crew and launches onto Lake Sharpe out of Downs Marina in Pierre. Weigh-ins take place at the Steamboat Park Amphitheater after each day.
A popular spring walleye destination in South Dakota is going to take center stage in April. In the second stop of the season, the Masters Walleye Circuit (MWC) will be launching onto Lake Francis Case in Chamberlain, South Dakota.
The premier walleye fishing tournament in South Dakota is set to reach a major milestone in 2024. The 50th South Dakota Governor’s Cup is scheduled to take place July 20-21, 2024. The South Dakota Governor’s Cup is run by The Fishing Crew and launches onto Lake Oahe out of Pierre.
The Fishing Crew has announced the 2024 season schedule. The Fishing Crew features a variety of events across along the Missouri River in South Dakota, targeting walleye, northern pike, bass, and through the ice.
Nebraska Fishing Tournaments News
The two major walleye tournament circuits in Nebraska, Nebraska Walleye Association and Nebraska Walleye Trail, have both announced their schedules for the 2024 season.
National Fishing Tournaments News
Registration periods for anglers looking to fish the National Walleye Tour (NWT) begin February 5.
The National Walleye Tour (NWT) has announced the 2024 season schedule. This schedule will include four regular-season events, as well as a championship for the top-40 qualifiers on both the professional and co-angler side.
The Masters Walleye Circuit (MWC) has announced the 2024 season schedule. This schedule will include seven regular-season events, the 2024 World Walleye Championship for 2023 season qualifiers, and the 2025 World Walleye Championship will be for the 2024 season qualifiers.
South Dakota Fishing News
Each year, the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks’ Division of Parks and Recreation holds an annual theme in the parks across the state. This year’s theme is focused on fishing and is called Reel in Memories.
A popular shore fishing spot along Lake Sharpe east of Pierre has seen some major improvements for the coming season. At the beginning of October, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) closed the area so major work could be completed near the Fort George Lakeside Use Area.
Fishing Tackle News
Walleye anglers have a new bait for targeting fish through both open water and ice. The Mack’s Lure Smile Blade SD Drift Jig was unveiled on July 26, 2023.
South Dakota Fisheries Focus
Similar to prospectors looking for gold, anglers targeting perch often follow many of the same patterns. Overall, the top perch fisheries can be classified as “boom or bust” and the best bite can vary widely from lake to lake, year to year, and even within the season. The variable nature of this fishing may make anglers think, “will the gold run out?” To answer this question, one must understand the dynamics of yellow perch in South Dakota.
When discussing the Missouri River reservoirs in South Dakota, the term “walleye factory” is often brought up when speaking of Lake Francis Case and Lake Sharpe. Indeed, these fisheries can crank out incredible numbers of 15-20 inch fish and provide ample opportunities for anglers to fill a limit throughout the season. Sitting above these fisheries is another, one that is not a “walleye factory”, but rather a “trophy walleye factory.”
Lake Oahe, one of the most prestigious walleye fisheries in the country, experienced an up and down year in 2022. Anglers were able to enjoy some of the best, if not the best, trophy walleye fishing in the country. However, anglers targeting “slot fish”, or fish between 15-20 inches, experienced difficulty locating these fish throughout the reservoir. Take a look at the history, dynamics, and every aspect of the reservoir.
2024 South Dakota Fishing Outlook
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