Hunting & Fishing Custer State Park, Custer Locals’ Secrets to Incredible GET HUNTING AND FISHING LICENSES AND LEARN MORE ABOUT REGULATIONS AT GFP.SD.GOV With its sprawling prairie lands, lush forests and abundant rivers & lakes, South Dakota is the ultimate destination for year-round hunting and fishing. Three locals share some of their insider tips and tricks for a successful excursion in the great outdoors. Pheasant Hunting in Fall and Winter South Dakota is world-renowned for its pheasant hunting, with the average annual harvest of more than 1 million roosters. it's free and available anywhere licenses are sold. We absolutely love hunting after it snows because the minute you step into the field, you’ll be able to see — or not see — pheasant tracks, which will give you immediate confidence in that hunting spot. Remember: be patient, persistent and flexible. Peruse the public hunting atlas to find the pieces of public land closest to you and determine how far you are willing to go to increase your chances of By Tammy Bashore, Writer/Photographer/ Avid Outdoorswoman Prepping for the hunt is quite possibly the most important step. Start by purchasing your hunting license and downloading the SDGFP app “Go Outdoors South Dakota.” I recommend getting a paper copy of the public land maps — success. Being prepared with the right gear and knowledge, you’ll be one of those hunters contributing to our incredible harvest number. However, hunting is about so much more than the actual harvest. Experiencing our natural world as a participant and feeling an intimate connection to place? Priceless. Gear Recommendations: Hat, jacket for those cold days, durable pants, water-resistant boots and first aid kit. For the dogs, bring collars, protective vests and a jug of water. 22 // #HiFromSD
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