Techniques & Seasons

Modern ice fishing electronics help South Dakota anglers locate winter walleye by scanning depths and revealing fish locations.

Lake map contour lines reveal underwater depths and structures, helping South Dakota anglers locate fish on Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe.

Planer boards carry lines out to the side of the boat to help South Dakota anglers catch wary walleye on large reservoirs.

Optimal trolling speed for Chinook salmon on Lake Oahe explains water temperature, fish metabolism, and lure action.

Walleye trolling speed dynamics in South Dakota waters require ranges from 0.8 to 2.5 mph depending on water temperature.

Fishing with cut bait explains how to target South Dakota catfish using oily bait species like carp or shad for better catches.

South Dakota anglers learn live bait rig setups to target channel and flathead catfish across Missouri River reservoirs and lakes.

Tube jig fishing techniques help anglers catch smallmouth bass in the glacial lakes and Missouri River reservoirs of South Dakota.

Mastering the Ned Rig with a buoyant Z Man Finesse TRD bait helps catch finicky bass across South Dakota lakes and rivers.

The Slow Death Rig uses a kinked hook, 8 to 12 pound test leader, and nightcrawler to catch finicky South Dakota walleye.