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Wilderness Wonderment

Fly-in Fishing POINTS NORTH, SASKATCHEWAN -- Three river otters playfully bobbed up and down in the water, watching our boat as we maneuvered down a shoreline in their direction. It was an accidental meeting. We were as surprised as they were, but a bigger surprise awaited. An adult bald eagle swooped down from a tall […]

by Kim Fundingsland

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August 21, 2022

It's Almost Here: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

There is a song that talks about Christmas being the most wonderful time of the year. While that might be extremely difficult to dispute, many hunters will likely argue that autumn is the most wonderful time of the year. Just think, several hunting seasons get underway soon – as in the first couple of days […]

by Jonathan Starr

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August 20, 2022

Fall Turkey Season Set

North Dakota’s fall turkey season is set with 3,975 licenses available to hunters, 150 more than last year. Unit 21 (Hettinger and Adams counties) remains closed because of a low turkey population. Fall turkey hunters, including gratis applicants, interested in applying can submit an online application through the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website, gf.nd.gov. The […]

by The Dakotan

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August 16, 2022

Concurrent Deer Licenses Available

Concurrent Season Deer Licenses Available Aug. 17Hunters can purchase additional, concurrent season deer licenses Aug. 17 at 8 a.m. Central time on the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website, gf.nd.gov. There is no limit on the number of concurrent season licenses a hunter can purchase.Concurrent season licenses can be used during the archery season […]

by The Dakotan

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August 15, 2022

Fishing and High Prices

MINOT – This has been the summer of increased prices across the board, especially gasoline that approached $5 per gallon for a time. When it comes to fishing trips, the question all anglers wrestle with is, how much is too much? It doesn’t help that boats are notoriously bad for miles per gallon, many in […]

by Kim Fundingsland

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August 14, 2022

Swan Song

The application deadline for one of 2,200 tundra swan licenses available in 2022 is rapidly approaching. Mark Aug. 17 on the calendar if that application hasn’t already been submitted. However, if 2022 follows trends in recent years, it’s possible – but not certain - wanna-be swan hunters could still have an opportunity to hunt. The […]

by Jonathan Starr

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August 13, 2022

The Dreaded Blossom End Rot

It’s every gardener’s nightmare: You spend all summer nurturing your lovely tomato and pepper plants to maturity and when the time comes to pick the delicious fruits of your labor you discover they have ugly, black rotting splotches on the bottom of the fruit. You have fallen victim to the aptly-named Blossom End Rot (or […]

by Charlene Nelson

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August 8, 2022

Talking Outdoors with NDGF Director

MINOT – Jeb Williams was appointed director of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department by Governor Doug Burgum on August 24, 2021. He previously served as NDGF Wildlife Division chief. Williams visited with The Dakotan during a recent visit to the Conservation and Skills Park at the State Fair. THE DAKOTAN – What is […]

by Kim Fundingsland

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August 7, 2022

Northern Celebrations: A Time and Place for Everything, Including Releasing Fish

It’s been said that there is a time and place for everything. The old adage holds true for fishing, as well, especially when it comes to well-meaning anglers practicing catch-and-release. Generally, releasing a healthy fish is a noble – and good - act. It’s just that it’s not always the best for […]

by Jonathan Starr

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August 6, 2022

Anglers Encouraged to Keep Deep Water Fish

North Dakota Game and Fish Department release: North Dakota Game and Fish Department fisheries personnel encourage anglers to keep fish caught from depths of more than 25 feet, rather than practice catch-and-release. Dave Fryda, Missouri River System supervisor, said given the exceptional Lake Sakakawea walleye fishing this summer, enticing many anglers to the big lake, […]

by The Dakotan

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August 5, 2022

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Wilderness Wonderment

It's Almost Here: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Fall Turkey Season Set

Concurrent Deer Licenses Available

Fishing and High Prices

Swan Song

The Dreaded Blossom End Rot

Talking Outdoors with NDGF Director

Northern Celebrations: A Time and Place for Everything, Including Releasing Fish

Anglers Encouraged to Keep Deep Water Fish

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