Tentative 2016 Season Opening Dates
To help North Dakota hunters prepare for hunting seasons in 2016, the North Dakota Game and Fish Department annually provides its best estimate for opening dates for the coming year.
Dates become official when approved by governor’s proclamation. Tentative opening dates for 2016 include:
| Season | Tentative Opening Date |
|---|---|
|
Spring Turkey |
April 9 |
|
Early Canada Goose |
August 15 |
|
Dove |
September 1 |
|
Deer and Pronghorn Bow, Mountain Lion |
September 2 |
|
Sharptail, Hun, Ruffed Grouse, Squirrel |
September 10 |
|
Youth Deer |
September 16 |
|
Youth Waterfowl |
September 17 |
|
Early Resident Waterfowl |
September 24 |
|
Regular Waterfowl, Youth Pheasant |
October 1 |
|
Pronghorn Gun |
October 7 |
|
Pheasant, Fall Turkey |
October 8 |
|
Mink, Muskrat, Weasel Trapping |
October 22 |
|
Deer Gun |
November 4 |
|
Deer Muzzleloader |
November 25 |