I live on the Missouri River in North Dakota and spend a lot of time on Lake Sakakawea and Lake Oahe. Both are apparently very good smallmouth fisheries. I have never been able to find these fish hide on these large bodies of water. Where did you start looking for smallies on the Missouri River Reservoirs? I have been able to find smallies on Lake Sakakawea's neighboring impoundment, Lake Audubon, but really struggle with Sak and Oahe. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.