Fishing Virtual Mentor
Are you interested in trying fishing? You’re only four steps away!
1. Buy a License
Anyone age 16 and older fishing in North Dakota is required to have a fishing license.
- Licenses are annual and valid from April 1 to March 31.
- Costs:
- More on licensing requirements
2. Be Aware of the Regulations
North Dakota does its best to keep fishing regulations as simple as possible. Regulations are updated every two years and published in a fishing guide.
Anglers are responsible for knowing and following all fishing regulations.
Pay special attention to the following:
3. Gather some Gear
Fishing doesn't have to be an expensive pastime.
A simple,versatile spinning rod, spinning reel and monofilament fishing line setup can be used to catch a number of species while shore-fishing.
4. Find a Fishing Spot
There are over 400 actively managed fishing waters in North Dakota.
You can choose from community fishing ponds, rural lakes and ponds, rivers and reservoirs.
The Department publishes up to date information online including fish stocking lists, cleaning station and other facilities locations, shore fishing sites, lake contour maps, fishing piers and more.
Tutorials and Resources
How Tos
Shore-Fishing
Basics
Basic Ice Fishing
Tips
Cooking and Cleaning
Walleye
How to Clean
a Walleye
Removing Y Bones from
Northern Pike
Fish
Recipes
Miscellaneous
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Fish Identification
(Common Fish of ND)
