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Behind the Badge

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The Shady Outfitter

Combine a resident hunting license with an out-of-state vehicle plate and you get a very suspicious game warden. Read this week's Behind the Badge with warden Erik Schmidt.

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Slow Learners

You might think being cited for a violation once would make someone reconsider their behavior, but some seem to have problems connecting actions to consequences as shown in this week's Behind the…

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You Can Run, But You Can’t Hide

Making choices without considering consequences has a way of working out poorly for people. Read more in this week's Behind the Badge with warden Zachary Schuchard.

Contact a Warden

Report All Poachers: 701-328-9921


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Annual Reports

Each February in the North Dakota Outdoors magazine, the Department publishes a summary of violations and enforcement activities for the preceding year. Those reports are available online below.

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Enforcement Careers

A career as a game warden can be both challenging and highly rewarding. This career is ideal for many self-motivated individuals who enjoy working with the public and have a knowledge of and appreciation for natural resources.