Lake Poinsett has been heating up over the last week.  We have spoken to a few people, and they are finding walleyes within the 15"-17" range.  We did not receive any specific information regarding the presentation, but know one individual mentioned that he was casting, not trolling. - Lake Poinsett Recreation Area, submitted April 16, 2025

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area, Arlington:  605-983-5085, www.gfp.sd.gov/parks

Nice mixed bag of mostly walleye, northern, crappie, and catfish.  Warmer temps will improve morning/day bite.  Evening into dark is still the most active bite. - Wing N Fin Resort, submitted April 30, 2025

Wing N Fin Resort, Browns Valley, MN:  605-237-8323, www.wingnfintraverse.com

We are looking forward to seeing the water temperatures rise some.  The temps are sitting around 48-50 degrees.  The pike have been aggresive, and we have had fisherman with some luck on small mouth on Lynn.  Shore fishing has really proven to be successful for large pike and some nice walleye recently.  The weather looks to be warming up going forward and we will start seeing more and more anglers every day.  Spring fishing has been fun so far! - Lynn Lake Lodge, submitted April 29, 2025

Lynn Lake Lodge, Webster:  605-237-0309, www.lynnlakelodge.com
The Galley Hotel, Bar, Grill & Guide Service, Webster:  605-345-9989, www.thegalleyhotelbarandgrill.com

The bite is on fire right now in NE South Dakota!  Currently the fish are often up shallow, especially at night.  Depending on the lake, you can expect to find good numbers of fish shallow and also some trophy fish shallow as well.  Anglers have had good success with a jig and a minnow, bobbers with a plain hook and a minnow and swim baits.  If you have time to do some shore fishing or even in the boat, now is a great opportunity for you to get out and catch some fish!  Lakes that have had a good success are as follows:  Waubay, Bitter, Antelope, Hazelton, Drywood, Dry by Florence, Dry 2 by Willow Lake and Goose.  We still have some openings to hop in the boat with us this spring and summer.  Give us a call! - Chasin' Tails South Dakota, submitted April 24, 2025

We heard good reports on Friday and Saturday.  High success on Waubay on Friday.  A lot of fish and decent quality.  We didn't hear much on Saturday or Sunday, with Sunday being dreary.  Most fishermen are on Waubay.  Not hearing a lot on Bitter.  3/10ths of an inch of moisture Monday morning.  Looking forward to a good crown this weekend. – Sportsman’s Cove, submitted April 28, 2025

Chasin' Tails South Dakota, Waubay:  605-880-7627, www.chasintails605.com
Double P Ranch, Clark:  605-880-0408, www.doublepranch.com
Sportsman's Cove, Webster:  605-345-2468, www.sportsmanscove.net