One of the most consistent walleye producing crankbaits of all time is the Berkley Flicker Shad, and not resting on their success Berkley Fishing continues to innovate and produce exciting new baits when it comes to walleye fishing. One of the hottest baits the last couple years has been the Berkley Money Badger, and new […]
Berkley Fishing today announced the release of a new bait, the Shallow Money Badger. The shallow running version of the proven successful Money Badger, the Shallow Money Badger allows bass, walleye, and pike anglers to target shallower depths with an aggressive action and versatile profile. The unique profile of the Shallow Money Badger emulates both […]
The 2025 South Dakota Grouse Season will begin Saturday, September 20, and run through January 31, 2026. Expectations are high for the upcoming season, and while the conditions appear soggy to kick the season off, that hasn’t dampened hunters’ excitement. The 2025 Upland Outlook, which is published by the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks, […]
The 60th Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup will take place on September 26, 2025, and to celebrate the landmark event Travel South Dakota and Custer State Park have shared a five-part video series, “Into the Roundup.” South Dakota has a rich western heritage, and there is no greater celebration of this than the annual Buffalo […]
Preference points for major South Dakota big game and other limited draw seasons are currently available for purchase. Preference point purchase is available September 15 to December 15. Hunters may purchase preference points for every season they are eligible for and did not successfully draw a license nor obtain a preference point with their unsuccessful […]
Pierre, South Dakota is home to not one, but two fantastic walleye fisheries. Running directly through town and dividing Pierre and Fort Pierre is Lake Sharpe, a terrific numbers fishery featuring an abundance of 13-18 inch walleye. Above the dam sits the expansive Lake Oahe, which stretches all the way to Bismarck, North Dakota and […]
There are numerous small towns across South Dakota that offer tremendous outdoor opportunities, but few offer the opportunity that the Chamberlain-Oacoma area does. The area is famous for fantastic walleye fishing, great pheasant hunting, and quality grouse hunting. In addition to the hunting and fishing opportunities, sitting right on the Missouri River reservoir of Lake […]
Canadian fishing trips are special, and for many of us the aura of fishing in Canada is what sets these trips apart from the rest. There are numerous fantastic destinations across the Midwest, but there’s just something about crossing the border and fishing in Canadian waters that means more than a traditional fishing trip. What […]
The Masters Walleye Circuit, presented by Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas, has announced the 2026 tournament schedule. The season will feature six qualifying events across five states. In traditional fashion, the season begins on the Illinois River, fishing out of Spring Valley, Illinois on March 20-21. The second stop features another river event, targeting the […]
The National Walleye Tour has announced the 2026 tournament schedule. The season will feature four qualifying events across three states and a championship event. The season begins April 9-10 on Lake Erie, fishing out of Monroe, Michigan. The series will then head west making a stop in South Dakota, fishing on Lake Oahe out of […]
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