Hunting
South Dakota has vast National Forests and expansive grasslands which offer some of North America's best pheasant and big game hunting. No matter what type of game you like to hunt, you can find hunting trips, hunting guides, and outfitters in the Black Hills region of South Dakota that will fit your need. Actually in South Dakota, hunting is a year-round sport. There are almost 4.5 million acres of public land statewide. more info
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Upland game, waterfowl, pheasant, small game and big game are primary in the State during the fall hunting season. Hunting for predator animals is done during the winter months. And with spring, the time arrives to hunt for wild turkey. Prairie dogs are hunted during the summer months.
Types of small game hunted are pheasants, sharp-tail grouse, Hungarian partridge, prairie chicken, doves, ducks, geese, prairie dogs and coyotes. Big game animals consist of whitetail deer, mule deer, antelope, turkey, elk, mountain goat, big horn sheep and some buffalo.
The Forest Service Department of the Black Hills National Forest does not sell hunting licenses. Nonresident hunting licenses can be purchased over the Internet and at nearly every sporting goods store, convenience store and at some of the county Treasurer's Offices. An annual hunting handbook lists all the hunting regulations and can usually be obtained at the same time that you purchase your license.
The fee for the license varies based on the type of animal being hunted, the length of the hunt and area in which you intend to hunt. You must follow all the rules and regulations as issued by the South Dakota Division of Wildlife. You must keep your licensee in your possession at all times while hunting or transporting animals. Further, you must exhibit your license on demand of any person.
South Dakota also has a number of hunting guides and outfitters who can assist you with your hunting vacation. Several of the hunting guides and outfitters have established hunts on private land.
It is also possible to book your accommodations, meals etc. through some of the private hunting guides and outfitters. Accommodations may be in the form of lodges, houses, fifth wheel trailers, camp sites or motels. Depending on where, when and what you are hunting for, the accommodation will fit that mode. In some areas meals are provided or you will have access to a cafe. Many of these hunting guides and outfitter can also provide a wonderful hunting experience for physically challenged individuals.
Currently OutsideOther pages you might find helpful:
Hunt of a Lifetime
This organization is dedicated to providing hunting experiences for children with illnesses.
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation promotes the natural habitats for elk and encourages responsible hunting practices.
