North Dakota Deer Population and Management Archive - North Dakota
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Annual Deer Hunt
1941: 2,890
2000*: 77,000
2001*: 63,000
2002
2003: 92,000
2004: 98,500
2005:
2006: 109,676
2007: 107,421
2008: 100,327
2009: 83,910
2010: 73,000
2011: 49,462
2012: 34,555
2013*: 32,725
2014: 33,278
2015: 36,407
2016: 45,385
2017: 45,413
2018: 46,445
2019: 52,072
2020: 55,938
2021: 45,219
2022: 25,093
Deer gun hunter success rates have been: 66% in 2016, 60% in 2014, 55% in 2013, 63% in 2012, 52 percent in 2011, 64 percent in 2010, 59 percent in 2009.
2010 Deer Management Plan, includes graph of license sales 1933 to 2008 and population analysis by area
In 2012 32,499 WTD and 2,056 mule deer
N.D. Deer Licenses issued, p. 4 in Managing Deer Hunter Expectations, 2015
A List of Articles in the Archive
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Deer season set May 18, 2021 North Dakota, The Bowman Extra
Deer Herds Strong at Midseason February 3, 2021 North Dakota, News Dakota
North Dakota deer season May 29, 2021 KFYR-TV
Deer tags reflect increase in populations July 25, 2021 North Dakota, KFYR TV
Southeast ND Deer Stable at Midsummer July 28, 2021 newsdakota.com
Studying mountain lions in North Dakota January 12, 2021 INFORUM
A snapshot of wildlife surveys December 30, 2021 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Northeast Remains State’s Deer Hunting Wildcard August 11, 2021 North Dakota, News Dakota
North Dakota 2021 Big Game Outlook September 8, 2021 North Dakota Game and Fish News
Four North Dakota men convicted in poaching case April 12, 2021 KX NEWS
North Dakota Game and Fish free program to landowners March 6, 2021 KFYR-TV
Deer Lottery Held, Licenses Remain June 25, 2020 NDGF News
Mule deer rebound continues in North Dakota's western Badlands May 18, 2020
More deer hunters set to take to the field this year November 2, 2020 Friday
Mule deer continue rebound in western North Dakota November 23, 2020 The Bismarck Tribune
North Dakota Deer Season Outlook, September 2, 2020 NDGF News
A closer look at last years deer season April 14, 2020 North Dakota, KFGO
How’s the winter been for wildlife? February 25, 2020 North Dakota, KFGO
Game and Fish increase licenses for deer gun season May 20, 2020 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Mule deer rebound continues in North Dakota's western Badlands May 18, 2020
Mule Deer Survey Numbers Up May 11, 2020 North Dakota, Wahpeton Daily News
Mule deer continue rebound in western North Dakota November 23, 2020 The Bismarck Tribune
The Deal with Deer Units November 11, 2020 North Dakota, newsdakota.com
Youtube Video Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance - 10-01-2020
Youtube Video Elk Study. North Dakota Game and Fish Department
Deer Lottery Held, Licenses Remain June 25, 2020 North Dakota, NDGF New
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed
More deer tags in hunters' hands for 2019 November 1, 2019 North Dakota, Bismark Tribune
2018 Deer Season Summarized NDGF News
North Dakota 2018 Year in Review January 2019 NDGF
Spring Mule Deer Survey Complete April 29, 2019 North Dakota NDGF News
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed November 4, 2019 North Dakota, NDFG News
Deer Lottery Held, Licenses Remain June 25, 2019 North Dakota, NDGF News
Hunting, fishing remain economic powerhouses in ND June 7, 2019 North Dakota, Jamestown Sun
Deer Season Set May 2, 2019 North Dakota, NDGF News
Hunting and Fishing Expenditure Report Finalized March 4, 2019 North Dakota, NSGF Report
Study sheds light on ND deer hunter attitudes February 24, 2019 North Dakota, inforum
2017 Bighorn Sheep, Moose and Elk Harvests February 26, 2018 North Dakota, NDGF News
Decades of Deer Hunting November 9, 2018 North Dakota, NDGF News
Deer Lottery Held, Antlerless Licenses Remain June 28, 2018 North Dakota
Dry Winter is helping deer population March 13, 2018 North Dakota, MYNDNOW
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed - NDGF News November 5, 2018 North Dakota
More about moose February 5, 2018 North Dakota, KFGO
North Dakota 2018 Deer Outlook August 31, 2018
Deer Hunting Season Outlook & Rules October 23, 2018 North Dakota, myndnow.com
North Dakota Deer Preview November 4, 2018 Grand Forks Herald
Spring Mule Deer Survey Complete May 7, 2017 North Dakota, NDGF News
Spring Mule Deer Survey Complete May 7, 2018 North Dakota, NDGF News
More deer licenses available this year in North Dakota May 15, 2018 Valley News Live
North Dakota issuing 607 nonresident deer bow licenses January 21, 2018 KSTP-TV
North Dakota 2018 Deer Outlook August 31, 2018 NDGFD News
More pollinator projects find roots in Fargo-Moorhead May 5, 2018 North Dakota,
A refresher course on North Dakota's deer lottery system May 1, 2018 Grand Forks Herald
Deer issues dominate Game and Fish meeting April 15, 2018 North Dakota, The Dickinson Press
ND farmer pleads guilty to shooting deer eating grain April 13, 2018 North Dakota, AGDAILY
First of DAPL deer poaching cases resolved February 23, 2018 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Deer pictured with rival's severed head on its antlers February 17, 2018 North Dakota, Metro
More about moose February 5, 2018 North Dakota, KFGO
Winter Spares ND Wildlife Thus Far February 4, 2018 North Dakota, Wahpeton Daily News
Entangled bucks show nature's cruelty January 28, 2018 North Dakota, West Central Tribune
2016 Bighorn Sheep, Moose and Elk Harvests - NDGFD News
2017 Great Plains Deer Forecast September 19, 2017 North Dakota
2017 North Dakota Hunting Outlook October 5, 2017 Outdoor Forum
ND Deer Herd Fared Well, Habitat Concerns Loom October 13, 2017 North Dakota, Sidney Herald Leader
Great Plains Deer Herd Update 2017 December 6, 2017 Kansas, Game & Fish
A little Game and Fish Department history August 1, 2017 North Dakota, INFORUM
Calendar for deer gun season can vary slightly November 23, 2017 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Deer Season Set, Online Apps Available May 10, 2017 NDGFD News
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed November 6, 2017 NDGF News
Season has potential for tag holders November 5, 2017 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Hunters, Anglers Take Note of New Legislation May 1, 2017 NDGFD News
Spring Mule Deer Survey Complete April 24, 2017 NDGF News
Great Plains Deer Herd Update 2017 December 6, 2017 Kansas, Game & Fish
Calendar for deer gun season can vary slightly November 23, 2017 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed November 6, 2017 North Dakota, NDGF News
A little Game and Fish Department history August 1, 2017 North Dakota, INFORUM
Deer Season Set, Online Apps Available May 10, 2017 North Dakota, NDGFD News
New Legislation May 1, 2017 North Dakota, NDGFD News
Nearly all mule deer hunting restrictions being lifted April 28, 2017 North Dakota
Spring Mule Deer Survey Complete April 24, 2017 North Dakota, NDGF News
DAPL deer poachers identified March 10, 2017 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
Winter may not have been so harsh for wildlife March 5, 2017 North Dakota, INFORUM
2016 in Review, Mule Deer Continue Rebound January 2017 North Dakota, NDGF News
Wildlife Feeding Concerns January 9, 2017 North Dakota, NDGF
Wildlife species face harsh winter January 8, 2017 North Dakota, Aberdeen News
Wildlife Stressed, Snowmobile Riders Stay Clear December 30, 2016 North Dakota, Game and Fish News
Coyotes are 'here to stay' in North Dakota November 29, 2016 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Deer hunting success will require walking November 23, 2016 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Wildlife refuges opening to upland game hunting November 15, 2016 North Dakodta, INFORUM
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed October 31, 2016 North Dakota, NDGF
Mixed bag for deer hunters in North Dakota October 30, 2016 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Survey sheds light on ND deer management October 28, 2016 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Deer licenses pose dilemma for North Dakota's young hunters October 2, 2016 INFORUM
Mountain lion predation and livestock September 25, 2016 North Dakota, CattleNetwork.com
Hunters Reminded of Big Game Transport Rules August 15, 2016 North Dakota, NDGF News
North Dakota lowers mountain lion quota for first time August 11, 2016 Daily Republic
Deadline to apply for North Dakota deer lottery approaching May 19, 2016 INFORUM
Deer licenses reflect good management May 9, 2016 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Deer Season Set, Online Apps Available May 4 May 3, 2016 North Dakota, NDGF News
North Dakota's Western Treasure April 30, 2016 Minot Daily News
North Dakota Spring Mule Deer Survey Up 21% April 25, 2016 North Dakota
Foundation working to increase mule deer habitat April 21, 2016 North Dakota, The Dickinson Press
2014 Bighorn Sheep, Moose and Elk Harvests February 13, 2015 North Dakota, NDGF News
2014 Deer Season Summarized March 16, 2015 North Dakota, NDGF
2015: The year in the outdoors December 27, 2015 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
All deer gun licenses issued in North Dakota for fall hunt September 21, 2015 North Dakota, KFGO
Deer discussion dominates meeting April 12, 2015 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
Deer Hunting: Fewer tags, better quality? November 1, 2015 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Deer Season Set, Online Apps Available May 6, 2015 North Dakota, NDGF News
Deer, Celebrating 125 Years Outdoors 2015 North Dakota
Don't count conservation out in N.D. April 6, 2015 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Elk and Moose Seasons Set, No Bighorn Sheep Season March 3, 2015 North Dakota, NDGF
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed November 2, 2015 North Dakota, NDFG News
Fish, wildlife managers weigh in on mild winter February 19, 2015 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
GFP Commission Adopts Licenses for Special Buck Season January 16, 2015 GFP News
Lowest Number of Deer Tags Given in 40 Years November 5, 2015 North Dakota, KVRR Fox News
Fewer deer, tags dampens excitement for N.D. deer opener November 6, 2015 North Dakota, INFORUM
MDC uses computer and satellite technology for deer study April 7, 2015 North Dakota, KTVO
MDC uses computer and satellite technology for deer study April 7, 2015 North Dakota, KTVO
More North Dakota land being dedicated to wildlife habitat August 20, 2015 Bakken.com
Mule deer does in badlands off limits for 4th straight year May 4, 2015 North Dakota, Oklahoma News
Mule deer recovering in Badlands December 10, 2015 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
N.D. deer hunting success rises slightly in 2014 March 22, 2015 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
NDGF outlines deer license goals December 6, 2015 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
N.D. Game and Fish prepares for paperless licensing May 21, 2015 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
ND to study climate change impacts on wildlife June 14, 2015 North Dakota, INFORUM
NDGF revisits deer license goals April 12, 2015 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
ND Game and Fish revisits deer license goals April 16, 2015 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
North Dakota Cuts Deer Tags Again May 7, 2015 Valley News Live
Popularity of deer hunting remains king October 14, 2015 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Pronghorn Hunters Successful in 2014 February 13, 2015 North Dakota, NDGF News
Small number of North Dakota deer licenses remain August 7, 2015 North Dakota, The Dickinson Press
Spring Mule Deer Count Complete April 27, 2015 North Dakota, NDGF News
Trying to bring deer numbers back May 22, 2015 North Dakota, Jamestown Sun
Upping North Dakota hunter success rates April 9, 2015 Dickinson Press
Deer population in better shape November 14, 2018 North Dakota, Jamestown Sun
A new reality for deer hunters? Lower Deer Numbers November 21, 2013 Bismarck Tribune
Habitat a key factor in maintaining wildlife December 17, 2013 North Dakota, In-Forum
2010-2014 Deer Population Information October 29, 2014 North Dakota, RoundupWEB
N.D. deer hunting success rises slightly in 2014 March 22, 2015 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
2013 Deer Gun Season Summarized March 17, 2014 North Dakota, NDGF
A 'normal' deer season? October 23, 2014 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
A tradition continues, deer licenses fall November 16, 2014 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
All Deer Gun Licenses Issued October 29, 2014 North Dakota, NDGF News
Current ND Deer License System Will Continue for 2015 December 18, 2014 North
Deer declining in state October 4, 2014 North Dakota, Jamestown Sun
Deer licenses decline in 2014 May 2, 2014 North Dakota, Mandan News
Deer licensing may draw lively debate December 2, 2014 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Hunters Weigh In on Deer TagsDecember 3, 2014 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Deer lottery held; more than 2300 doe tags remain August 4, 2014 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Deer Season Set, Online Apps Available May 5 April 29, 2014 North Dakot, NDGF News
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed November 5, 2014 North Dakota, NDGF News
Game and Fish Dept. to put on deer management meetings February 11, 2014 North Dakota, INFORUM
Game and Fish Reduces Deer LicensesSeptember 16, 2014 North Dakota, KFYR-TV
Game and Fish to Livestream Final Deer Management Meeting February 25, 2014
Game and Fish to Maintain Current Deer License System December 18, 2014 North Dakota,
Game and Fish to Recommend One Deer License in 2015 November 6, 2014 North Dakota, NDGF News
Keeping things in perspectiveDecember 25, 2014 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Krapp honored for work by Mule Deer Foundation February 27, 2014 North Dakota, Bismark Tribune
Limited Pronghorn Season to Open July 15, 2014 North Dakota, NDGF News
Looking back through the year of 2014 December 31, 2014 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
Managing North Dakota's “NEW” Deer Population April 7, 2014 Dakota Country
Limited deer, antelope seasons possible this fall March 27, 2014 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
ND hunters less successful as deer numbers fall March 19, 2014 North Dakota, Ct Post
Meetings to focus on deer management February 16, 2014 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Mule deer population rebounds in western ND April 29, 2014 North Dakota, Washington Times
N.D. wildlife faces challenge to reproduce April 26, 2014 North Dakota, Jamestown Sun
ND Game and Fish sets deer management meetings January 19, 2014 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
North Dakota habitat loss must be stopped May 19, 2014 In-Forum
North Dakota mule deer on the riseJune 29, 2013 Grand Forks Herald
One-deer proposal is questionable November 12, 2014 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Outlook on deer situation remains bleakFebruary 23, 2014 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
Reviewing 2014 with an outdoors twist December 31, 2014 North Dakota, INFORUM
Search for a deer solution February 14, 2014 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
State can celebrate 125 years of wildlife October 23, 2014 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Tracking mulies April 24, 2014 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Why does a deer's coat change colors over the year January 19, 2014 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Wildlife faces major hurdles May 1, 2014 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
Wildlife Impacted by Bakken Shale Play December 21, 2014 North Dakota, Examiner
Wildlife questions: Search for a deer solution March 2, 2014 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
The hunt is on for a solution to deer problem March 2, 2014 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
2012 archery season recap-a record August 12, 2013 North Dakota, Times-Online
2013 deer season will have challenges November 7, 2013 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
A different type of deer season on tap for ND November 7, 2013 North Dakota,
A new reality for deer hunters? Lower Deer Numbers November 21, 2013 Bismarck Tribune
Fall mule deer survey November 4, 2013 North Dakota, North Dakota Outdoors and beyond
Fall Mule Deer Survey Completed November 6, 2013 North Dakota, The Roundup
Fewer deer licenses available again this year April 29, 2013 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
G&F Forecast: Best Bets for Great Plains Deer Hunting in 2013 October, 2013 North Dakota
Habitat a key factor in maintaining wildlife December 17, 2013 North Dakota, In-Forum
Hunting outlook 2013 September 11, 2013 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Managing deer is like a pendulum August 25, 2013 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Mountain Lion Study On Track in North Dakota May 22, 2013 North Dakota, The Epoch Times
Mule deer increase in North Dakota but still below average May 28, 2013 WDAY
Mule deer up despite harsh weatherJune 6, 2013 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
N.D. offers lowest number of deer tags in 30 years November 3, 2013 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
NDGF Department proposes another cut in deer licenses May 2, 2013 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
North Dakota Deer Season 2013: Hunting Forecast October 4, 2013 Outdoor Life
North Dakota Deer Season Set May 8, 2013 NDGF News Release
North Dakota oil boom affecting wildlife, public lands September 3, 2013 Duluth News Tribune ·
North Dakota Spring Mule Deer Survey Complete May 24, 2013 OutdoorHub
Researchers fit deer with radio-collars February 3, 2013 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Settling a dispute, deer depredation January 14, 2013 North Dakota, AG Week
The deer are not here December 29, 2013 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
Units in SW ND see increase in deer licenses May 9, 2013 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
Wildlife get another break this winter February 21, 2013 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
2012 archery season recap-a recordAugust 12, 2013 North Dakota, Times-Online
2013 deer season will have challenges November 7, 2013 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
A different type of deer season on tap for ND November 7, 2013 North Dakota,
A new reality for deer hunters? Lower Deer Numbers November 21, 2013 Bismarck Tribune
Fall mule deer survey November 4, 2013 North Dakota, North Dakota Outdoors and beyond
Fall Mule Deer Survey CompletedNovember 6, 2013 North Dakota, The Roundup
Fewer deer licenses available again this year April 29, 2013 North Dakota, The Bismarck Tribune
G&F Forecast: Best Bets for Great Plains Deer Hunting in 2013 October, 2013 North Dakota
Habitat a key factor in maintaining wildlife December 17, 2013 North Dakota, In-Forum
Hunting outlook 2013 September 11, 2013 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Managing deer is like a pendulum August 25, 2013 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Mountain Lion Study On Track in North Dakota May 22, 2013 North Dakota, The Epoch Times
Mule deer increase in North Dakota but still below average May 28, 2013 WDAY
Mule deer up despite harsh weatherJune 6, 2013 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
N.D. offers lowest number of deer tags in 30 years November 3, 2013 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
NDGF Department proposes another cut in deer licenses May 2, 2013 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
North Dakota Deer Season 2013: Hunting Forecast October 4, 2013 Outdoor Life
North Dakota oil boom affecting wildlife, public lands September 3, 2013 Duluth News Tribune ·
North Dakota Spring Mule Deer Survey Complete May 24, 2013 OutdoorHub
Researchers fit deer with radio-collars February 3, 2013 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Settling a dispute, deer depredation January 14, 2013 North Dakota, AG Week
The deer are not here December 29, 2013 North Dakota, Minot Daily News
Units in SW ND see increase in deer licenses May 9, 2013 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
2012 North Dakota deer season set with 40 percent fewer deer licensesMay 7, 2012, Jamestown Sun
Deer License Reduction April 20, 2012 North Dakota, KFYR-TV
Deer numbers are down, applicants also down September 27, 2012 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
Deer telemetry study gets underway in northeast ND March 18, 2012 North Dakota, Grand Forks Herald
Doe with quad fawns had bad heart, teeth August 19, 2012 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
How well can oil development, wildlife co-exist? November 27, 2012 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune
Lack of snow hampers aerial surveys March 21, 2012 North Dakota, Bellingham Herald
Leier: 2012 will be remembered for unusual conditions December 18, 2012 North Dakota, In-Forum
Mule deer production remains low in North Dakota November 12, 2012 North Dakota, Dickinson Press
Mule Deer Production Remains LowNovember 9, 2012 North Dakota, North Dakota Game and Fish
Mule deer study planned February 3, 2012 North Dakota, Bismarck Tribune