It is necessary if we are to achieve our goal of maintaining a healthy and vigorous forest environment. Noem said logging contractors will harvest timber in and around the entire Sylvan Lake watershed for the remainder of this winter and the winter season of 1999-2000. The Needles Highway will reopen to snowmobiling once the harvesting activity is completed. Wildlife Forever is asking young artists nationwide to create a portfolio that includes an illustration of their state fish and a written composition on its behavior, habitat or efforts to conserve it. State Game, Fish and Parks officials say the contest is an excellent opportunity to learn more about South Dakota's state fish, the walleye.
Teachers can tie art, writing and science into one activity for their students.
This fits well with the interdiciplinary approach being used by many school districts in the state. Fisheries staff agreed. Hopefully, this learning will translate into more informed and successful anglers. Entries are due March 31, 1999. The expo will include an artist's workshop, fishing clinics and an awards banquet.