South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks

06/05/2026

For this Fish Fryday, we want you to go out and fish! The weather is going to be decent across most of the state, and June is the perfect time to cast a line and make memories!

Fishing in SD is like no other. Plenty of fish and spaces for you t...

06/05/2026

Clean, drain, dry—every time!

Learn more: sdleastwanted.sd.gov

06/05/2026

Adventure 250 participants continue to make history across South Dakota! From scenic lakes and rolling prairies to iconic state parks, adventurers are discovering new places and creating memories all summer long.

Congratulations to our Week 3 winners:
• Laurie M | Centerville – Oakwood Lakes State Park
• Patrick B | Chancellor – Lake Vermillion Recreation Area
• Lindsey H | Hot Springs – Custer State Park
• Melisa C | Watertown – Oahe Downstream Recreation Area

A big thank you to the Independent Insurance Agents of South Dakota for sponsoring our weekly Adventure 250 prizes and helping encourage families to explore South Dakota’s great outdoors.

Week 4 prize: Blackstone Grill

Haven’t joined Adventure 250 yet? There’s still time! Every adventure completed brings you closer to weekly prizes, unforgettable experiences, and the chance to create your own South Dakota story.

Learn more: gfp.sd.gov/history2026

06/05/2026

It's Forever 605 Day, and we're celebrating our state! South Dakota is home to the best pheasant hunting in the country, excellent fishing, and gorgeous parks and landscapes. We're lucky to call South Dakota home every day.

Happy Forever 605 Day!

06/04/2026

Mothers often leave their young for several hours before coming back for them. Sometimes this leads people to believe these animals have been lost or abandoned, when they haven’t. If you care, leave them there!

Baby animals picked up by humans don’t end up well. Tell your kids, your neighbor kids, and your friends – If you care, leave them there.

06/03/2026

This upcoming youth fishing event is getting closer! Don't miss your chance to pre-register.

For more information, contact Conservation Officer Austin Norton at 605.881.2177.

Pre-register now: license.gooutdoorssouthdakota.com/Event/ViewEvent.aspx?id=235202

06/02/2026

Is the campfire calling your name? Take a look at our campgrounds with availability this weekend, June 4-6, and book your site before someone else does!

Reserve now: reservations.gooutdoorssouthdakota.com

06/01/2026

Your South Dakota in the field this week!

Tag us and use for the chance to see your outdoor adventures on this weekly post.

05/30/2026

Senior Grassland Ecologist Luke Zilverberg is back to talk about controlling Eastern red cedar!

05/29/2026

Partnerships can make license dollars go further. By partnering with secondary education programs, more research can be done. It also helps train the next generation of biologists!

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