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Hunting
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North Dakota hunters have a great passion for the outdoors. The opening of a hunting season is often treated like a holiday for many families. There's a reason not only North Dakota hunters, but thousands from other states, show such passion. Hunting opportunities across the state range from upland game birds to an array of big-game species to abundant waterfowl.
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is your resource for resident and non-resident licenses and fees. It also has detailed maps of the state's hunting zones for deer, waterfowl and upland game.
2011 Waterfowl Hunting Seasons
Early Canada Goose - Call
Ducks - Sept. 24 or Oct. 1
Geese - Sept. 24 or Oct. 1
Tundra Swan - Oct. 1
2011 Upland Game Seasons
Dove - Sept. 1
Sandhill Crane - Sept. 17
Sharp-Tailed Grouse - Sept. 10
Hungarian Partridge - Sept. 10
Tree Squirrels - Sept. 10
Ruffed Grouse - Sept. 10
Ring-necked Pheasant - Oct. 8
2011 Big Game Hunting Seasons
Deer Bow - Sept. 2
Pronghorn Bow (if season) - Sept. 2
Bighorn Sheep - Call
Pronghorn Gun (if season) - Sept. 30
Elk - Call
Deer Gun - Nov. 4
Moose - Call
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PLOTS guides available
The annual PLOTS (Private Land Open To Sportsmen) guide locates lands open to hunting through agreements between the North Dakota Game and Fish Department and private landowners, as well as public lands such as wildlife management and waterfowl production areas. Printed guides are available from license vendors and county auditors around the state. Keep in mind that PLOTS maps change frequently as new tracts are added and others are removed. Check back to the PLOTS website periodically to reflect recent changes.
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Stop the Spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species
Aquatic nuisance species like Eurasian water milfoil, zebra mussels, VHS virus and many others threaten the productivity of all waters where they do not currently exist. In an effort to greatly reduce the potential for ANS transfer, North Dakota law requires all hunters to remove submergent aquatic vegetation from all watercraft and equipment before leaving a water body. This includes boats, motors, trailers, decoys, waders, etc. In addition, all water must be drained from bilges, livewells, decoys, etc. Go to the North Dakota Game and Fish Department website for complete regulations.
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Plan ahead for lodging
North Dakota has many quaint hotels and motels, bed and breakfasts, lodges and resorts to make your hunting trip enjoyable. If you are booking your own trip, please take a few minutes to plan ahead for accommodations. A few minutes early on will ensure that all of your time in North Dakota can be spent in the field.
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