REEL IN THE FUN CONTINUES FROM PAGE 232 The fish are spawned and later released to increase or maintain fish populations in the wild. The pallid sturgeon is an ancient fish that can grow up to six feet long and weigh 85 pounds, with a lifespan of up to 100 years. Portions of the hatchery are open to the public. Guided tours may be arranged for groups by calling 605-665-3352. For more information visit www.fws.gov/gavinspoint/. PADDLEFISH Paddlefish fishing in South Dakota is as unique as the prehistoric fish that is the quarry. Anglers interested in paddlefish have two options: a summer archery season or a fall snagging season. A limited number of licenses are available to both residents and nonresidents to either snag or use archery equipment to take one of these large fish between Gavins Point Dam and the Big Sioux River. ICE FISHING South Dakota’s fishing season never closes. Your annual license is good year-round. For the true sportsman with a warm disposition and a good down parka, ice fishing can be a great relief to cabin fever. You’ll find plenty of frozen lakes to explore with good fishing all winter long. For more information, contact S.D. Game, Fish & Parks, at (605) 223-7660 or visit www.gfp.sd.gov. • GAVINS POINT NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY AND AQUARIUM Gavins Point National Fish Hatchery and Aquarium, near Yankton, raises the endangered pallid sturgeon and the paddlefish, which is a “species of concern” in many states. Make your stay Grand. • Complimentary Grand Start® Breakfast • FREE WiFi • Indoor pool and whirlpool FEATURING GrandStay® Residential Suites Hotel Rapid City Rapid City, SD GrandStay® Hotel & Suites Tea/Sioux Falls New Hotel near Sioux Falls, SD grandstayhospitality.com | 855.455.7829 235 RESERVATIONS AND LOCATIONS SOUTHEAST REGION
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