Outdoor opportunities, adventures: ND hunting, fishing licensing laws Published Aug. 1, 2017 By Courtesy article Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. -- Many states offer active-duty military members special hunting and fishing opportunities and discounted fees. However, as members move across the nation, it can be challenging to know the local laws. It’s important for members stationed at Minot Air Force Base comply with North Dakota’s laws and policies, so they can take full advantage of the opportunities available. To determine if you are a N.D. resident, you must have a physical address in N.D. that you have resided at for at least six months, and a N.D. driver’s license. If you do not have both, you are considered a non-resident. Deer Small game and fish ND Residents N.D. residents may apply for a lottery license as allowed by state law. N.D. residents must apply for a license as a resident. Active-duty N.D. residents (stationed in ND) N.D. residents may apply for a lottery license as allowed by state law. N.D. residents must apply for a license as a resident, unless only fishing or hunting on leave with leave papers. Active-duty N.D. residents (stationed elsewhere) Active-duty N.D. residents stationed outside the state, who show proof of N.D. residency and who pay the licensing fee, may be issued a regular deer gun-season license without having to participate in the lottery. Upon presentation of valid leave papers and a valid N.D. drivers license, an active- duty resident may hunt small game, fish or trap during the open season without a license. Active-duty non-residents All non-residents must apply as a non- resident for the deer lottery. Active-duty non-residents must get a license to hunt and fish, but active-duty personnel can purchase one at resident price with a military ID. Non-active-duty non-resident All non-residents must apply as a non- resident for the deer lottery. Non-residents must apply for a license as a non- resident. If you are interested in purchasing a license, visit the North Dakota Game and Fish Department website. If you have additional questions, contact the North Dakota Game and Fish Department at 701-328-6300 or at ndgf@nd.gov.