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Pheasant Hunting License Information
The South Dakota pheasant season traditionally opens on the third Saturday in October. A Small Game license is required for residents and non-residents during the pheasant hunting season. Possession Limit is 15 rooster pheasants, taken according to the daily limit. The limit accrues at the rate of 3 birds a day, and 15 birds may not be possessed until after the fifth day of hunting. Shooting Preserve licenses are also available.
For a complete list of hunting regulations and fees refer to the SD Hunting Handbook online or contact the SD Department of Game, Fish & Parks, 523 East Capitol Ave, Pierre, SD 57501 or call 605-773-3485.
License Fees
| Type | Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Small Game | $33 | $121 | |
| Youth Small Game (Age 12-15) | $5 | $10 | |
| One Day Small Game | $12 | N/A | |
| One Day Fishing | $8 | $16 | |
| Three Day Fishing | N/A | $37 | |
| Annual Fishing | $28 | $67 | |
| Senior Fishing | $12 | N/A | |
| Combination | $55 | N/A | |
| Junior Combination | $27 | N/A | |
| Senior Combination | $40 | N/A | |
| Predator/Varmit | $5 | $40 | |
| Required Habitat Stamp with License | $10 | $25 | |
| Shooting Preserve | |||
| One Day | $46 | ||
| Five Day | $76 | ||
| Annual | $121 |
Local License Agents in Huron
General hunting and fishing licenses can be purchased online or from several local locations.
| Coborns | 2150 Dakota Ave S. Huron, SD | (605) 352-6036 |
| Corner Pantry N | 1555 Dakota Ave N. Huron, SD | (605) 352-0551 |
| Corner Pantry S | 275 Lincoln Ave SW. Huron, SD | (605) 352-5086 |
| Wal-Mart | 2791 Dakota Ave S. Huron, SD | (605) 353-0891 |
| Runnings | 3061 Dakota Ave S. Huron, SD | (605) 352-1448 |