North Dakota Game and Fish Department
Recent News About North Dakota Game and Fish Department
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North Dakota wildlife photo contest open for submissions until October 1
Photographers looking to participate in the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s Watchable Wildlife Photo Contest must adhere to specific submission guidelines.
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North Dakota joins national effort against boating under the influence
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is set to participate in Operation Dry Water, a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness about the risks of boating under the influence.
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North Dakota reports increase in spring pheasant crowing counts
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has reported a 6% increase in the number of roosters heard during its 2025 spring pheasant crowing count survey compared to last year.
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North Dakota reports decline in breeding duck numbers for third consecutive year
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has released the results of its 78th annual spring breeding duck survey, revealing a continued decline in duck numbers.
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Casey Anderson named new deputy director of Game and Fish Department
Jeb Williams, the Game and Fish Department director, has announced Casey Anderson's appointment as the agency's deputy director.
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Safe boating campaign highlights importance of wearing life jackets
A national safe boating public awareness campaign is set to take place from May 17-23.
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North Dakota closes paddlefish harvest season, allows extended catch-and-release
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has announced the closure of the state's 2025 paddlefish snagging season for additional harvest.
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North Dakota sets new limits for the upcoming deer hunting season
North Dakota's 2025 deer season has been established, with 42,300 licenses available for hunters.
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North Dakota observes aquatic nuisance species awareness week
May 4-10 marks Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Awareness Week in North Dakota.
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North Dakota passes new outdoor legislation affecting hunting regulations
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has monitored 20 outdoors-related bills during the 2025 legislative session.
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North Dakota Fish Challenge returns with focus on stewardship
Anglers have been invited to participate in the North Dakota Fish Challenge once more.
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North Dakota reports increase in 2024 upland game bird harvests
North Dakota's upland game bird hunting statistics for 2024 show notable increases in pheasant and sharp-tailed grouse harvests, as outlined by the state Game and Fish Department.
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River speed reduced around bridge project on Missouri
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has established a navigational safety zone under U.S. Coast Guard authority for a bridge construction project on the Missouri River.
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North Dakota Game and Fish Department honors volunteers at annual banquet
Volunteer instructors for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department were recently acknowledged at the annual banquet held in Bismarck.
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Paddlefish tagging season in ND begins May 1, may face early closure
North Dakota's paddlefish season is set to begin on May 1, with plans to run until May 21.
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Heightened wildfire risk during spring activities due to increased outdoor human activity
Outdoor activities in spring present enthusiasts with the challenge of variable ground conditions, especially given the heightened wildfire risk this season.
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Mariah Achtenberg's design selected for 2025 Earth Day patch
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has revealed the winners of its 2025 Earth Day Patch Contest.
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North Dakota workshop for educators focuses on pollinators in the classroom
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is organizing a professional development workshop titled Pollinators in the Classroom, aimed at educators.
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North Dakota Game and Fish to host spring advisory board meetings statewide
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department Advisory Board has scheduled a series of public meetings this spring at eight locations throughout the state.
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North Dakota streamlines deer gratis license application process
North Dakota landowners applying for deer gratis licenses will notice improvements to the online application process.