North Dakota Chapter of The Wildlife Society

06/13/2026

🚨DATE CHANGE🚨 Like the crane migration, the cycling trek is a little unpredictable! We have had to move the Q&A to Wednesday, June 17th, 12:30-2:00. You may want to bring an umbrella.

🚴‍♂️ Meet the cyclists behind Pedaling the Whooper Highway!

Join us at Pioneer Park in Bismarck for a special meet-and-greet with Mike Forsberg, renowned nature photographer and filmmaker, and Andy Caven of the International Crane Foundation.

Mike and Andy are currently cycling 2,500 miles from Texas to Canada, following the Whooping Crane migration corridor and connecting with communities along the way. Their journey will be documented in a future film highlighting one of North America’s most remarkable conservation stories.

Stop by for a free snacks, lemonade, and an engaging Q&A session to hear about their adventure, crane conservation, and the people and places they’ve encountered on the road.

📍 Pioneer Park, Bismarck (across from the DU office)
🕧 Public program begins at 12:30 PM
🍎 Snacks, lemonade, and water provided

We hope you’ll join us for this unique opportunity to connect with conservationists, storytellers, and fellow community members.

06/12/2026

🚨DATE CHANGE🚨 Like the crane migration, the cycling trek is a little unpredictable! We have had to move the Q&A to Wednesday, June 17th, 12:30-2:00. You may want to bring an umbrella.

🚴‍♂️ Meet the cyclists behind Pedaling the Whooper Highway!

Join us at Pioneer Park in Bismarck for a special meet-and-greet with Mike Forsberg, renowned nature photographer and filmmaker, and Andy Caven of the International Crane Foundation.

Mike and Andy are currently cycling 2,500 miles from Texas to Canada, following the Whooping Crane migration corridor and connecting with communities along the way. Their journey will be documented in a future film highlighting one of North America's most remarkable conservation stories.

Stop by for a free snacks, lemonade, and an engaging Q&A session to hear about their adventure, crane conservation, and the people and places they’ve encountered on the road.

📍 Pioneer Park, Bismarck (across from the DU office)
🕧 Public program begins at 12:30 PM
🍎 Snacks, lemonade, and water provided

We hope you'll join us for this unique opportunity to connect with conservationists, storytellers, and fellow community members.

05/29/2026

Upcoming field-based training sessions offered by Meadowlark Environmental!

• Identifying Dakota Skipper Habitat in North Dakota (Free)

• 2026 North Dakota Grassland Plant Identification Training (Early bird registration ends June 1)

More information and registration can be found at:
https://www.meadowlarkenv.com/root-down

05/19/2026

Help Support Antelope Conservation and Habitat Development in North Dakota!

The North Dakota Chapter of The Wildlife Society was the recipient of a 2026 special allocation antelope tag offered by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. The special allocation tag is being raffled, with tickets selling for $20 each (up to 3,000 tickets will be sold). A Tikka T3X Lite SS 6.5 PRC rifle and a $250 Scheels gift card are included as second and third raffle prizes.

• The pronghorn tag is good for either s*x in ANY open pronghorn hunting unit during the 2026 antelope hunting season.

• Residents and Non-Residents are eligible to participate as long as they obtain all licenses required by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department.

• The recipient of the special allocation pronghorn tag may not also hold a pronghorn lottery tag for the 2026 hunting season. However, the winning ticket is transferable, but it cannot be sold.

To purchase tickets, mail cash or check to:

North Dakota Chapter of The Wildlife Society
P.O. Box 1442
Bismarck, ND 58502-1442

Please be sure to include your name, address, and phone number. Once payment is received, the completed tickets and stubs will be photographed, and the photos will be sent to the phone number provided.

05/13/2026

Check out this great opportunity to learn more about grassland ecosystems and working lands at Prairie Day 2026 on June 6th!

Prairie Day 2026 is June 6th at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park in Mandan. There will be learning opportunities for all ages. It is a great way to get out of the house and onto the prairie!

04/28/2026

Check out the Spring Student Corner put together by our student liaisons!

Meet your new student liaisons, learn about upcoming events, general announcements, and information for incoming student chapter officers below.

04/23/2026

A great opportunity for students to gain support for trainings, workshops, and other professional development in the wildlife field. The first application deadline is July 15th.

The SDWG's Emerging Leaders in Wildlife Grant is open for fall applications! This grant is intended to provide funding to cover costs associated with trainings, workshops, webinars, attending meetings, and other professional development opportunities. The SDWG will award $500 grants annually to 2 SDWG members based on need and merit. Please see the accompanying graphic QR code or our Linktree in bio for the application form!

03/12/2026

North Dakota Game and Fish Department is hiring a wildlife technician!

02/18/2026

Thanks to all who sponsored, attended, spoke, nominated and otherwise joined us for the 2026 Annual Meeting!

01/20/2026

If you’re attending the Women’s Social this year, please considering bringing a book or puzzle to participate in our book and puzzle exchange. It’s a fun way to share favorites and discover something new. The social will have hors d'oeuvres and wine.

For tickets to the social, and all meeting registration visit: https://ndctws.org/meeting-registration

Hope to see you there!