
South Dakota Fishing Report – August 12, 2026 – video
The number of good walleyes being caught has definitely decreased because of the heat, but hopefully, expected cooler temps will improve the bite.

The number of good walleyes being caught has definitely decreased because of the heat, but hopefully, expected cooler temps will improve the bite.

When you are on a busy lake, “Tackle” Terry Tuma says to look for food-source areas and structures that aren’t being heavily fished and suggests using techniques that differ from what other anglers on the

Some sun and rain and windy and calm conditions – but there were still some fish to be had.

Some lures are winning over others, and we’re seeing some cooling water temps.

The salmon are in the river and accessible to everyone. A lot of good reports coming out. And fall perch bite starting to heat up.
Trolling crankbaits for walleyes during the mid-summer months doesn’t need to be a complex process. Grab some line counter reels spooled with fluorocarbon, a few planer boards and some Northland Rumble B’s and you’re ready

“Tackle” Terry Tuma offers some tips on keeping your fishing rod from breaking – as in not cranking your jig or crankbait right to the rod tip, providing more slack and less tension in your

Long Labor Day weekend turned up some fish and cooler temps.

We are definitely seeing some transitions taking place. Caught fish shallow and deep, and in so many different ways.

We’re starting to see things crank up on these fisheries. And trout anglers, get ready.
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