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Ruffed grouse drumming on log in forest

Ruffed Grouse

Season Status

 ⊘  Lottery - No   |   ⊘  ND Resident Only - No   |   ⊘  Has Youth Season - No

 ⊘  Lottery - No

 ⊘  ND Resident Only - No

 ⊘  Has Youth Season - No

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Season Dates

Season Dates
Species Season Hunting Units Opens Closes Season Dates Status
Ruffed Grouse Regular Restricted Finalized

Unit Map

Hunting units map - 1 statewide unit

Season Preview

More Hunting Information

Regulations

Regulations
View Guide (PDF)

Licensing

General Information
Resident Required Licenses
Nonresident Required Licenses

Residency

Residency Eligibility

Where to Hunt

Hunting Maps and Information

Miscellaneous

Ruffed Grouse Species Information
Wing Survey Envelope Order Form
Be Prepared when Hunting with Dogs