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                                        Out of all the seasons, we look forward to hunting season the most. As the home of more than 7.1 million pheasants, South Dakota is consistently the top state for bird counts. Mark your calendar for opening day on October 16 and bag your first birds of the season.
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                                        We're wrapping a new design around Lion's Paw Lager from Fernson Brewing Company to raise awareness about the Second Century Habitat Fund to help improve South Dakota's grasslands. 
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                                                                            South Dakota is a great state — and it's bigger than you imagine. Explore the top regions for pheasant hunting to find your spot in the field.
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                                                                            Don't forget to set up your account and purchase your license before arriving in South Dakota. Everyone, including returning hunters, needs a new online account.
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