BISMARCK – For the first time this fall, all North Dakota waterfowl hunters, regardless of age, will be required to have a state-issued waterfowl habitat restoration stamp in possession while afield, the Game and Fish Department said in a news release. Waterfowl include ducks, geese, swans, mergansers and coots.

Senate Bill 2216, passed during the 2025 legislative session, established a new law that requires every resident and nonresident waterfowl hunter to purchase an electronic waterfowl habitat restoration stamp for $5. Money generated from e-stamp sales is earmarked for the Waterfowl Habitat Improvement Fund, which is aimed at improving and restoring waterfowl habitat and supporting youth hunting programs.

In addition, a federal duck stamp is required for waterfowl hunters 16 and ol

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