South Dakota Fishing
South Dakota is a great place if you suffer from “fishing fever”. Walleye fishing takes center stage of course. But this golden beauty isn’t the only fish that resides in South Dakota – although there are a lot of folks who only have “eyes” for the walleye.
South Dakota Hunting
When people think of hunting in South Dakota, usually the first thing that comes to mind is the wily ring-necked Pheasant. It is South Dakota’s state bird – and if I say so myself – quite a good looking bird. Visit the South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks website to read more about the Pheasant.
Below you will find all sorts of different post’s related to the South Dakota Great Outdoors – I hope you enjoy!
Fly fishing in Spearfish Creek is a remarkable experience, it’s so beautiful I can hardly take it. This handsome fish is a brown trout I caught using a beaded nymph.
New State Record Burbot caught out of Lake Oahe
Yesterday, March 11, 2019 a new State Record Burbot was caught out of Lake Oahe! Joshua Bible of Pierre caught this 12 pound 7 ounce Burbot while ice fishing. The fish was 33 3/4 inches long and had a girth of 16 1/4 inches. Congratulations Josh! Post and photo from...
TIP: Prepare fish before cooking using Sprite or Seven-Up
Use this method to take care of any fish slime, odors or after taste left on fresh fish fillets. Cut up your fillets then soak them in a bowl with Sprite or Seven-Up before cooking. Anywhere from five minutes minimum to two hours in the...
7th Annual Rumble on the River Walleye Tournament Fundraiser
Hosted by Pierre Volunteer Fire Department Early bird registration fee $100 per 2 or 3 person team with 90% payout. Registration after April 26th increases to $125. Catch 8 walleye, weigh 6 walleye. State GF&P rules enforced. Calcutta with 80% payback Door prizes...
2018 Fly Fishing Review
I thought it would be a good time to write up a "review" of my fly fishing exploits from 2018. We moved to Spearfish last January, so this will be our first full year living "West River". So without further ado, here are some of my findings, experiences and my plans...
FISHING REPORT PIERRE SD WITH UPDATED SPORTS SHOW INFORMATION FOR FEBRUARY 2019
Not much has changed on the fishing around Pierre with almost no boat traffic to speak of. The bite continues to be slow for open water fishing but where the ice is safe some nice fish are being caught. The Council Bluffs, IA show I just did had great traffic and I...
FISHING REPORT LAKE OAHE/SHARPE PIERRE AREA JAN 2019 AND SPORTS SHOW INFORMATION
Just a brief update along with sports show information. The bite around Pierre for those brave enough to get out died off a bit with much colder water temps. Some activity on the ice and the big Mobridge tournament is going on. Not a lot of geese being shot. I WILL BE...
Frogs on a Fly
I am sitting here watching giant snowflakes slowly coming down. I haven't gone fly fishing in a month or more. I thought this would be a good time to do some writing. Everyone has a fishing story, your very own journey. I have memories "bobbing" around in my mind. The...
FISHING REPORT LAKES OAHE/SHARPE PIERRE AREA DECEMBER 2018 along with HAPPY HOLIDAYS
My guide season is over for 2018 however I will give everyone a brief update on the last two or three weeks. The bite on Oahe even in the Cheyenne has been slow for numbers but with some real big fish (8 and 9) being caught. Talked to several really good fishermen...
Fly Fishing Report for November 4th, 2018
It was nice this morning and I got a little fly fishing in before the rain moved into the area this afternoon. I tried a stretch of Whitewood Creek near Deadwood that I had never fished before. I scoped it out a bit on Saturday and saw some nice brown trout hanging...
Spearfish Canyon Fly Fishing Report
Most of the snow has melted around here, except for areas that don't get hit by the sun. Temperature in the canyon was in the 50's. Water temp...might need to get some boot warmers. Although the water is getting colder by the day, the fly fishing was on fire! The...
Spearfish Creek Fly Fishing Report
Fly Fishing Report for Spearfish Creek, Spearfish Canyon I headed out for some fly fishing in Spearfish Canyon yesterday afternoon. The temp in the canyon was in the 40's. The water temp...oh mama. A cold front is moving in, and it looks like snow is coming to the...
Spearfish Creek Fly Fishing Report for September 29, 2018
I promised the little brown trout that I would use his photo for my main blog post. Did some fly fishing in the Spearfish Creek again this afternoon. Overcast, temp around 46 degrees in the Canyon. Water temp...I lost feeling in my feet it was so cold. Lots of people...
Spearfish Creek Fly Fishing Report for September 28, 2018
I went fishing in Spearfish Canyon this evening. Chilly, slight drizzle with a temp of around 45 degrees in the canyon. Water temp...cold. The trees in the canyon are sporting their fall colors, and so are the brown trout. The stretch of spearfish creek I fished was...
FISHING REPORT LAKES OAHE/SHARPE PIERRE AREA SEPTEMBER 11TH THRU THE 19TH 2018
Not a lot of changes to report from my last post. The weather has stayed warm so lake temps remain close to the same. We need some 30 degree nights to cool the lake/river down to make any big difference in the bite....
Spearfish Creek Fly Fishing Report for September 19th 2018
Headed downtown for a little fly fishing after work. It was overcast with a light drizzle and around 53 degrees. The water...is cold. Fall is definitely in the air here in Spearfish. The stretch of creek I fish gets fished pretty hard, but I usually manage to hook...
