South Dakota Deer News

GFP Commission Sets Increase in Special Buck Licenses and New Falconry Guidelines - Mar. 12, 2010
PIERRE, S.D. -The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Commission has decided to increase the number of Special Buck licenses available for the 2010 firearms deer season.

East River, West River Deer seasons reopen - Dec. 22, 2009
PIERRE, S.D. - Both East River and West River deer hunters in South Dakota will get a last chance to pursue their quarry when the firearms seasons reopen from Dec. 26 through Jan. 3.

Deer Hunters Should Avoid Using Salt Licks, Bait Stations - Nov. 06, 2009
PIERRE, S.D. - As hunters in South Dakota prepare for the various deer seasons, they are reminded that use of salt licks and bait stations is prohibited.

Volunteer antlerless deer hunter program available - Sep. 23, 2009
PIERRE - An opportunity for those interested in hunting antlerless deer to list names and contact information online is now available on the S.D. Game, Fish and Parks Web site.

Hunters can help the hungry - Sep. 10, 2009
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Hunters who need to clear freezer room for this year's deer, elk, and other wild game can help needy South Dakotans by donating game meat to the South Dakota Sportsmen against Hunger program.

East River Deer and Refuge Deer Seasons Finalized - Jul. 10, 2009
PIERRE, S.D. ? The South Dakota Game Fish and Parks Commission made several changes to the 2009 East River Deer Season at its July meeting.

Commission Finalizes West River/Black Hills Deer Seasons - Jun. 11, 2009
YANKTON, S.D. - The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Commission finalized both the West River Deer and Black Hills Deer hunting seasons at its June meeting.

South Dakota Muzzleloader Deer Season Opens Saturday - Dec. 10, 2008
PIERRE, S.D. - Starting this Saturday, South Dakota hunters will get another chance to bag a deer.