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:
Spring Turkey - April 9
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
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