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North Dakota Game and Fish Department
To protect, conserve and enhance fish and wildlife populations and their habitat for sustained public use.
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Hunting
(Seasonal News)
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2026 Lotteries
Pronghorn: Apply Now. Application Deadline is August 5.
Swan: Apply Now. Application Deadline is August 19.
Deer: View lottery results. Note: 95 licenses are available in unit 3F2. These will be issued on a FCFS basis beginning Aug. 12 at 10 a.m. CT.
Bighorn Sheep: The bighorn sheep lottery will be run September 1.
Fishing
(Seasonal News)
2026 Fish Challenge - Join the challenge.
Start Fishing - Tips for learning how to fish
Walleye Management - 2026 status of the big three walleye fisheries in North Dakota and information on walleye management in the state
Aquatic Nuisance Species - Regulations, presence and identification information
Game and Fish Enforcement
Report All Poachers: 701-328-9921
Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Research, programs and grants to support the conservation of North Dakota's habitats, fish and wildlife
Landowner Programs
Financial and technical assistance to private landowners for habitat protection, enhancement and development
North Dakota Outdoors
NDO Magazine
North Dakota Outdoors - July 2026
Bringing North Dakota Outdoors News Since 1931
NDO Webcast
Pronghorn Hunting Season Preview 2026
Behind the Badge
Heedless
NDO News
Pronghorn 2026
The Drift
Unsuccessful
NDO Podcast
Ep. 103 – Remember What You’re Doing It For