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Keenan Clinches Second Overall National Guard FLW Walleye Tour Angler Of The Year Title In His Career

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:05:07 -0400

PIERRE, S.D.- Pro Tom Keenan of Hatley, Wis., wrapped up his season-long quest for the National Guard FLW Walleye Tour Angler of the Year title Saturday at the FLW Walleye Tour event on Lake Oahe. This is Keenan's second overall title and he received $10,000 for the honor. Keenan's previous title came in 2006 and in 2010 he claimed Eastern Division FLW Angler of the Year. Along with his previous angler of the year titles, Keenan has logged an additional three top-10 finishes in the FLW Angler of the Year race during his 11-year professional career with FLW Outdoors.

Portion of the Missouri River Below GavinsPointDam Declared “No Wake Zone”

Fri, 27 May 2011 12:26:49 -0400

PIERRE, S.D. – To protect the public and limit further damage to homes, docks and other private property along the Missouri River, Governor Dennis Daugaard has declared the South Dakota portion of the Missouri River from Paddlewheel Point upstream to a line stretching from the electronic sign placed near the boat ramp in Nebraska Tailwaters Recreation Area to a similar sign on the Training Dike Recreation Area as a No Wake Zone, effective at Noon on Friday, May 27, 2011.

South Dakota's Jami Fralick leads Elite event on South Carolina's Lake Murray

Fri, 13 May 2011 09:54:45 -0400

South Dakota's Jami Fralick leads Elite event on South Carolina's Lake Murray
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Jami Fralick was struggling on Lake Murray until he landed a 6-pound, 9-ounce largemouth, the anchor to his 17-9 bag and the key to the first-day lead in the Evan Williams Bourbon Carolina Clash.

South Dakota Students Win 2011 State-Fish Art Contest

Wed, 04 May 2011 13:25:49 -0400

BROOKLYN CENTER, MINN. - Wildlife Forever is proud to announce the winners of the 2011 State-Fish Art Contest in South Dakota. A distinguished panel of wildlife artists and honorary judges selected the following winners for their outstanding artwork:

Flooding Remains Problem at Lake Thompson

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:59:56 -0400

LAKE PRESTON, S.D. – Due to flooding, South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department officials have been unable to open the southwest access area at Lake Thompson.
The boat ramp was expected to open on Tuesday, but high waters have prohibited access. The ramp will remain closed until conditions improve.

South Dakota Seventh Grader Wins "Take Your Parent Fishing" Drawing Contest

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:08:27 -0400

COLUMBIA, S.C. (April 8, 2011) - The Shakespeare drawing contest registered more than 6000 students in 124 schools in 18 states to compete in the inaugural "Take Your Parent Fishing" drawing contest for middle school students. Spearfish S.D., seventh grader, Kady Defloth won the grand prize, which includes a Shakespeare kayak, life vests, fishing rods, reels, line, bait and fishing tools, totaling $3,000.

July Fourth Camping Reservations in State Parks Open Soon

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 11:46:23 -0400

PIERRE, S.D. – Camping reservations for Fourth of July weekend open soon for South Dakota state parks. Reservations can be made by calling 800-710-2267 or by going online to www.campsd.com
A three-day stay for holiday weekends is required at all parks except Custer State Park.

Black Hills Snowmobile Trails Open Dec. 15, 2010

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:03:22 -0500

PIERRE, S.D. – Good snow cover in the majority of the Black Hills will greet snowmobile enthusiasts when the Black Hills snowmobile trail system opens today, Dec. 15. The season runs through March 31 in the Black Hills.

Custer State Park Roads to Close Temporarily

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:02:31 -0500

CUSTER, S.D. - Highways 89 and 87 in the Sylvan Lake area of Custer State Park will be closed from Thursday, Dec 16, through Tuesday, Dec. 21. The area will re-open Wednesday morning, Dec 22.
A helicopter removing trees infested with mountain pine beetles will fly over those highways from Thursday through Tuesday, necessitating the closures.

Celebrate Fall at Newton Hills State Park’s 11th Annual Celebration

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 01:18:15 -0400

CANTON, S.D. – Pumpkin catapulting, carving and seed guessing are just a few of the activities for visitors to Newton Hills State Park for the 11th Annual FestiFall on Saturday, Oct. 2.

The popular FestiFall event, scheduled for 1-5 p.m. CDT, is attended annually by people of all ages. This year features many family activities, including arts and crafts with over 30 vendors, kids’ games and bluegrass music. Kids of all ages can participate in “make and take” craft activities, such as leaf magnets, foam masks and pipe-cleaner spiders.

Landowners may apply for free antlerless licenses

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 02:58:28 -0400

PIERRE, S.D. – A law passed by the 2010 Legislature allows many South Dakota landowners to apply for and receive free antlerless deer licenses.

The Game, Fish and Parks Department is offering up to two antlerless deer licenses per qualifying household in West River Deer and East River Deer units that have unsold licenses after the second drawing for each season is completed.

Memorial Day Weekend Camping Reservations Open Feb. 27

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:23:56 -0500

PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota state park campers can make reservations for Memorial Day weekend, beginning Feb. 27, for Friday, May 28 arrivals.

“Memorial Day weekend is very busy in all the parks,” said state Division of Parks and Recreation Director Doug Hofer. “Campers should plan ahead to reserve their favorite camping spots."

Oakwood Lakes State Park to host winter events

Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:02:11 -0500

VOLGA, S.D. – Oakwood Lake State Park will host the Kool Kids’ Klassic Fishing Derby and the Groundhog Day Cross-Country Ski Tour on Jan. 30 and 31, respectively.

Children younger than 14 are invited to take part in the Kool Kids’ Klassic Ice Fishing Derby. Registration for the derby is $2 and will take place at the park shop at 11 a.m. CST. The first 150 entries will receive free fishing poles made by park staff. Bait is furnished and event staff will drill holes in the ice as needed. Fishing will take place in designated areas from noon to 2 p.m., with weigh-in to follow. Winners will be announced at a 3 p.m. awards ceremony. Snacks will be available throughout the day, and numerous door-prize drawings will be held.

TIPs License Donations Top $14,000

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:25:57 -0500

South Dakota sportsmen donated over $14,000 to the Turn In Poachers program during the 2009 big game license season.

The 1,700 sportsmen not only contributed cash and checks, but also took advantage of the opportunity to donate funds as part of the process for purchasing general hunting, fishing and trapping licenses and applying for big game licenses.

Snowmobile Trails Receive Forty Inches of Snow for Christmas

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:16:27 -0500

PIERRE, S.D. – The Black Hills snowmobile trails received over three feet of snow during the recent storm, and groomers are out in full force to get the trails in riding condition.

“Grooming has been difficult,” said Ryan Raynor, trail program specialist in the GFP Division of Parks and Recreation. “This much snow accompanied by high wind has caused deep drifts. Crews are working hard to get the trails ready for snowmobilers.”