North Dakota Game and Fish officials have released full details for the 2026 hunting seasons, including waterfowl dates, early Canada goose opportunities, swan license applications and several updates to furbearer regulations. Where To Drop Off Kratom And Medications In North DakotaWaterfowl hunting for residents is set to open Sept. 26, while nonresidents can begin Oct. 5. The early Canada goose season will open statewide Aug. 15, with closing dates varying by zone: Sept. 7 in the Missouri River zone, Sept. 15 in the western zone and Sept. 22 in the eastern zone. Best And Worst States To Have A Baby In 2026, RankedHunters can also apply for tundra swan licenses, with 2,200 tags available through a lottery system. Get our free mobile appFor more information on hunting, check out North Dakota Game and Fish Department's website.