North Dakota
2023 North Dakota Small Game, Waterfowl, Furbearer Regulations Set
North Dakota’s 2023 small game, waterfowl and furbearer regulations are set, and most season structures are similar to last year.
Noteworthy items include:
- Opening day for ducks, geese, coots and mergansers for North Dakota residents is Sept. 23. Nonresidents may begin hunting waterfowl in North Dakota Sept. 30.
- The prairie chicken and sage grouse seasons remain closed due to low populations.
- Pre-charged pneumatic air guns are legal for taking tree squirrels.
Hunters and trappers can find the North Dakota 2023-24 Hunting and Trapping Guide, which includes upland game, migratory game bird and furbearer/trapping regulations and other information, on the Game and Fish website. Printed guides will be available at vendor locations in mid-August.
For a complete listing of opening and closing dates, and daily and possession limits, refer to the table on pages 4-5 of the guide.