The North Dakota Game and Fish Department annually provides its best estimate for opening dates to help hunters prepare for hunting seasons. Dates become official when approved by governor’s proclamation. Tentative opening dates for 2021 include:

Spring Turkey-April 10

Dove-September 1

Deer and Pronghorn Bow, Mountain Lion-September 3

Sharptail, Hun, Ruffed Grouse, Squirrel-September 11

Youth Deer-September 17

Youth Waterfowl-September 18

Early Resident Waterfowl-September 25

Pronghorn Gun-October 1

Regular Waterfowl, Youth Pheasant-October 2

Pheasant, Fall Turkey-October 9

Mink, Muskrat, Weasel Trapping-October 23

Deer Gun-November 5

Deer Muzzleloader-November 26