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Moving to South Dakota this time of year can be tough but once you’re done with the obvious like putting snow tires on your car and looking up clear internet service providers in your new area you’ve got to get out in the great wild wilderness here. Pheasant Hunting is a state pastime and you only need a few things to get started
Camouflage Gear: You’ll need some camo clothes to go unseen in the wild but don’t worry, it’s readily available in South Dakota! Conversely, be sure to invest in an orange vest so other hunters can see youit’s a safety thing.
Pheasant Call: You can pick one of these up in any outdoor sporting goods store and they’re indispensable for getting your prey to come to you. That’s the SD way.
New Rifle: If you’ve never hunted before you’re going to want to take some shooting lessons to get your aim down. Consider you’ll have to wait a few weeks before you can get your registered weapon so plan ahead before your first big trip out.

Hunting pheasants in South Dakota is an important occasion for those who like to hunt and those who eat pheasant. The season starts on the third Saturday of each October and lasts until the end of the year, closing on January 1. The hours for hunting pheasant run from noon to sunset during the first week of hunting season and thereafter, from 10 a.m until dusk.

South Dakota has some of the best pheasant hunting in the country. According to the South (more…)