JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Considered an “unofficial holiday”, the North Dakota deer gun season kicks off today and runs through November 25th.

North Dakota Game & Fish Wildlife Biologist Doug Leier says the season opens at Noon Central time. While there’s a lot of excitement behind the start of the season, Leier says they’re stressing safety.

Leier says don’t bring a loaded firearm into your vehicle and before pulling the trigger on a target, check the surroundings.

Leier says the deer numbers are expected to be good this year. Those who have drawn a tag should have ample opportunity to find their buck this year. Leier encourages hunters to do some scouting beforehand and be sure to ask landowners before doing so.

For more information on deer gun season and other hunting seasons in North Dakota, visit gf.nd.gov.

Doug Leier joins JD in the Morning on Big Dog 95.5 FM every Thursday at 7:20 AM.