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The press releases provide real time information to statewide and regional media and our customers with current news and events happening within the department.

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2017 2018 2019
Sep
13 Sep | Friday

GFP News: High Water Causes Closure at Lake Vermillion East Unit, Lake Herman Closed

Flood waters have caused Game, Fish and Parks officials to close the east unit of the Lake Vermillion Recreation Area. This closure includes the east campground and east boat ramp, as well as access points on the south and east sides of Lake Vermillion. 

GFP News| State Parks. Portions of Three Waterways Close with High Flood Waters

PIERRE, S.D. – Governor Kristi Noem has closed portions of three waterways in southeast South Dakota to recreational use because of flooding. The governor’s executive order comes as Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) officials have also closed several state park areas. Recent rainfall has caused local flooding, causing problems with roads, boat docks and sanitation systems, in addition to creating unsafe water conditions in some areas. 
12 Sep | Thursday

GFP News| No Wake Zones on Lakes Brandt, Madison, Herman and Mitchell

PIERRE, S.D. – High lake levels have caused South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Secretary Kelly Hepler, to declare temporary "no wake zones" on Lake Brandt, Lake Madison and Lake Herman in Lake County and Lake Mitchell in Davison County.
11 Sep | Wednesday

GFP News: Recreational Trails Receive Funding

PIERRE – Governor Kristi Noem has awarded Recreational Trails Program (RTP) funding to several cities, trail groups and state parks totaling $1,358,113. The federal assistance program provides up to 80 percent reimbursement for trail-related development and maintenance projects.
5 Sep | Thursday

GFP News| Pheasant Brood Count Report | Rapid City Archery Deer Opportunity

PIERRE, S.D. -The second century of pheasant hunting in South Dakota will begin in October, kicking off another year of our state’s robust hunting heritage. The annual pheasant brood count conducted by South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) indicated that, despite a tough winter and wet spring, bird numbers are still plentiful.

Aug
30 Aug | Friday

GFP Commission Meeting In Spearfish Sept. 5-6

The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) Commission will hold their monthly meeting at the Spearfish Holiday Inn on Sept. 5-6.
22 Aug | Thursday

Adopt-A-Lake Event Planned for Lake Poinsett

PIERRE, S.D. - The Glacial Lakes Chapter of the Walleyes Unlimited and Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) are hosting an Adopt-A-Lake event for Lake Poinsett on Saturday, Aug. 24.
19 Aug | Monday

State Parks Celebrate National TRACK Trails Day on Aug. 24

PIERRE, S.D – The South Dakota state parks are inviting families to enjoy the outdoors in celebration of the first National TRACK Trails Day on Aug. 24. The day is part of a celebration of the Kids in Parks program’s 10-year anniversary. The program is comprised of a nation-wide network of TRACK Trails, which include trails and disc golf courses in 24 South Dakota state parks. Each trail features a series of self-guided activities, which turn visits into fun and exciting outdoor experiences.