FISHING N.D. Game & Fish Dept. Dist. Game Wardens: Missouri remains good for walleye. Van Hook Arm slow on Lake Sakakawea. Bismarck, Dakota Tackle, Missouri River / Area Lakes: Missouri River spotty and inconsistent around Hazelton but generally fair success. Lots of small northern pike mixed in. Continued walleye activity casting crankbaits from shore at night, starting late afternoon. Also try casting No. 13 floaters or rattling crankbaits around the Heskett Plant north of Bismarck. Bottineau, Lake Metigoshe State Park, Lake Metigoshe: Lake getting thin ice layer due to cold nights but no fishing activity and none advised. Coleharbor, Totten Trail Restaurant, Lakes Audubon and Sakakawea: Some activity on the east end of Lake Sakakawea but no reports of success. Missouri River tailrace remains good for walleye. Devils Lake, Ed’s Bait, Devils Lake: Continued walleye activity around the bridges.