Have Some Reel Fun Continued from page 242 » ACCESSIBLE FISHING DOCKS Handicap accessible fishing docks have been installed in a number of state parks, including Lake Herman, Newton Hills, Lake Vermillion, Lake Alvin, Lewis & Clark and Springfield Recreation Areas. These docks feature low railings, accessible ramps, sidewalks and nearby parking. GAVINS POINT NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY AND AQUARIUM SOUTHEAST REGION 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. 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 group tours available by appointment. FREE FISHING WEEKEND South Dakota fishing waters, excluding tribal trust land, are open to anyone May 15-17, 2020 to fish without a license. This is an excellent opportunity to introduce someone to the sport of fishing or try it for the first time. 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. PADDLEFISH Paddlefish fishing 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. Anglers wishing to participate in these seasons must apply for a permit issued by a lottery drawing. For fishing regulations and license fees visit www.gfp.sd.gov 361 Days of Discovery 1,000 Animals Buy one adult admission, get one child admission FREE! Cannot be combined with other offers, expires 10/31/2020. SDVG20 GreatZoo.org | 605-367-7003 SoutheastSouthDakota.com // 245
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