North Dakota

The Peace Garden State is home to nearly 5 million acres of public lands including national grasslands, wildlife management areas, and state parks. These areas offer a variety of hunting opportunities, with game species such as pheasant, waterfowl, deer, and turkey. The Missouri River and its tributaries provide excellent fishing opportunities for walleye, northern pike, and catfish, among other species. Ice fishing in particular is a popular pursuit throughout the state. North Dakota’s hunting and fishing culture is deeply rooted in the state’s history, with a unique blend of Native American, Scandinavian, and German influences shaping its outdoor recreation culture. North Dakota is home to a wealth of cultural and historical attractions, including the Lewis and Clark Trail, the International Peace Garden, and the North Dakota Heritage Center. The state’s rich agricultural heritage is also celebrated through annual festivals and events, such as the North Dakota State Fair and the North Dakota Winter Show.

For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in North Dakota, please contact: Jake Gould

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus

Representative Kelly Armstrong Senator Kevin Cramer Senator John Hoeven

North Dakota Governors Sportsmen's Caucus Member

Governor Kelly Armstrong

North Dakota Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus Leadership

Representative Todd Porter
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North Dakota Policy Briefs

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a progressive, fatal, degenerative neurological disease occurring in farmed and free-ranging deer, elk, caribou, and moose. The disease was first… Read more.

Federal Land Habitat Management

Properly managed wildlife habitat is essential for supporting sustainable and healthy wildlife populations. Well-managed lands containvarious successional stages that provide a diversity of habitats capable… Read more.

North Dakota Latest News

November 24, 2025

Before the Freeze: Fall Offers Exceptional Opportunities for Great Plains Anglers

Why it Matters: While many, including many of us at the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, are spending their fall chasing pheasants, sitting in deer stands, or calling ducks in, there is still plenty of time to hit the open waters for fishing. With lakes in the upper part of the Great Plains region likely freezing soon,…

November 10, 2025

CWD Testing Encouraged as Deer Season Peaks Across the Great Plains

Why it Matters: With the deer hunting season in full swing across the country, state fish and wildlife agencies recommend hunters get their deer tested for Chronic Wasting Disease. Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD, is a fatal, degenerative disease occurring in both farmed and free-ranging deer, elk, caribou, and moose. The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation encourages…

October 20, 2025

Great Plains Hunters Gear Up as Pheasant Season Takes Flight

Why it Matters: Across the Great Plains region, one of the most anticipated fall hunting seasons is opening soon. Pheasants stand as one of the most popular birds hunted in the Great Plains and offer opportunities for groups to get out and hunt together. However, the pheasant hunting season could have looked substantially different in…

September 22, 2025

Mentored and Youth Hunts Help Build the Future of Conservation

Why it Matters: Passing on our time-honored hunting traditions is crucial for the future of conservation. Mentored hunts and youth hunting seasons provide safe, structured opportunities for young hunters to learn hunting skills, ethical shot placement, and develop confidence. These programs provide the first steps for youth and other first-time hunters to become engaged in…

Impact You Can See

State agency authority was defended and/or enhanced in AL, CO, IN, MD, ME, MO, MT, NH, ND, NM, SD, TN, TX, and WA.

Access rights to 42 million acres of private lands and 7 million acres of huntable public land were protected in ND.