My favorite time of the year for ice-fishing is getting closer all the time. While I really enjoy early ice and its potential for fast fishing, there’s just something I enjoy more about the...

Every year about mid-way through the ice-fishing season I start to have thoughts of open-water fishing. Ice-fishing for the season certainly isn’t over: In fact, some of the best ice-action...

Winter Habitat Key to Pheasant Survival in South Dakota   PIERRE, S.D. – The winter of 2009-2010 is already one for the record books, leaving many South Dakotans wondering how...

South Dakota's Oakwood Lakes State Park to host winter events VOLGA, S.D. – Oakwood Lake State Park will host the Kool Kids’ Klassic Fishing Derby and the Groundhog Day Cross-Country...

Do you have a permanent ice house that’s useless because there’s too much snow on the ice?  Are you looking for an affordable way to make your permanent ice house mobile on lakes...

South Dakota GFP works to connect children with nature   PIERRE, S.D. – Thanks to a new partnership involving the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department and child-care...

S.D. State Parks offer a weekend full of winter fun   PIERRE, S.D. – Three of South Dakota’s state parks are offering opportunities to enjoy the winter outdoors the weekend...

GFP Reminds South Dakota  Hunters and Anglers to Renew Licenses   PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota outdoorsmen are reminded that their 2009 hunting and fishing licenses expire...

Mini-grants Available for South Dakota Shooting Sport Programs   PIERRE, SD—Organizations involved in shooting sports will soon have a new option for obtaining funds from...

Join the South Dakota Great Backyard Bird Count PIERRE, S.D. – Wildlife enthusiasts across the nation will be able to share their bird watching skills during the annual Great Backyard Bird...