Hunting for adventure? In Yankton you can reel it in! No matter the month, no matter the season and no matter the interest, there are plenty of opportunities for local and regional outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy a successful outing. The southeastern part of South Dakota boasts more than 175 fishing lakes, ranging in size. Lewis and Clark Lake offers more than 29,000 acres of surface water, and has attracted anglers because of its abundance of largemouth and smallmouth bass. Westside Park in Yankton also has a fishing pond for kids. Three major rivers that run through the region also make Yankton and the surrounding area a hotbed for anglers. The Big Sioux River, James River and the Missouri River - which includes Lewis and Clark Lake - are popular attractions during the summer for families. Paddlefish are also a popular target for anglers. There are two seasons for paddlefish, a summer archery season and a fall snagging season. Both occur in the Missouri River, downstream from Gavins Point Dam, which is located near Yankton. Even when the weather turns cold and those bodies of water freeze over, anglers aren’t out of options for fishing. Ice fishing is also very popular in the area, because of the amount of perch, bluegill, crappie and other species of fish who reside in nearby lakes. On the water isn’t the only area where South Dakotans and out-of-staters can get their fill of the outdoors. Hunters have access to nearly 4.5 million acres of public land, while many public land owners have been happy to allow hunters to use their property. Pheasant hunting, which takes place October - January, is also a popular and financially critical part of South Dakota’s hunting tradition. Predator hunting consumes the winter months, while spring marks the start of turkey hunting as well as the snow goose seasons. Whether it’s on the water or on land, anglers and hunters alike have plenty of options for a bountiful - not to mention enjoyable - outing in the southeastern corner of South Dakota. Here for you. { CliniC Hours: M-F: 8 am to 5:30 pm Sat: 8:30 am to Noon 70 – Yankton, South Dakota } ConvenientCare Hours: M-F: 5 pm to 9 pm Sat & Sun: Noon to 5 pm 605-665-7841 1104 West 8th Street • Yankton, SD 57078 www.YanktonMedicalClinic.com