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December 02, 2019 - 3:12pm | By Chris Larson
To help North Dakota hunters prepare for hunting seasons in 2020, 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 2020 include:
Spring Turkey - April 11
Dove - September 1
Deer and Pronghorn Bow, Mountain Lion - September 4
Sharptail, Hun, Ruffed Grouse, Squirrel - September 12
Youth Deer - September 18
Youth Waterfowl - September 19
Early Resident Waterfowl - September 26
Pronghorn Gun - October 2
Waterfowl, Youth Pheasant - October 3
Pheasant, Fall Turkey - October 10
Mink, Muskrat, Weasel Trapping - October 24
Deer Gun - November 6
Deer Muzzleloader - November 27
