JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Outdoor enthusiasts and hunters are encouraged to follow the the North Dakota Legislative session.

Game & Fish Wildlife Biologist Doug Leier says those interested in the direction all hunting and fishing legislative issues should be staying connected.

Some items currently before the legislature include the appropriation of funds to the Game & Fish Department, written consent from property owners for attracting wildlife and trail cameras, and increasing game and fish violation fees.

You can also follow the issues online at gf.nd.gov/legislation.

Leier says another item farmers and ranchers could be exploring is CRP open enrollment signup, which runs through February 12th. Those with questions locally can contact Renae Schultz, Jamestown Private Lands Biologist at 701-253-6480.

You can listen to Doug Leier every Thursday at 7:35 AM on Big Dog 95.5 FM.