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ND Game & Fish: Paddlefish Snagging Harvest Season Canceled April 3, 2020
Fri, 04/03/2020 The North Dakota 2020-22 fishing proclamation has been amended and the state Game and Fish Department is canceling the upcoming paddlefish snagging harvest season due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, the amendment does allow for the possibility of a one-week snag-and-release season May 15-21, which is two weeks later than the normal opening day. Fisheries chief Greg Power said safety of […]
Band Day 2020 Postponed, Autumn Celebration Planned March 30, 2020
Williston, N.D. – The Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Band Day Committee regret to announce the postponement of Band Day, scheduled for May 9. Exciting preparations for an unprecedented autumn Band Day 2020 festival are underway, however. While Band Day is traditionally celebrated every Mother’s Day weekend, the committee was pressed to […]
35th Annual Sport & Rec Show Canceled March 16, 2020
Williston, N.D. – With regret, the Williston CVB announces the cancellation of the 35th Williston Sport and Recreation Show Scheduled for March 20-22. After reviewing the press conference with Governor Burgum and the most recent CDC update over the weekend recommending gatherings of 50 people or more be canceled or postponed to help slow the […]
Band Day 2020 Coming Soon February 20, 2020
Williston, N.D. – The Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Band Day Committee is pleased to announce the date, guest bands and logistical changes for Band Day 2020. This community tradition is held annually in Williston, North Dakota on Mother’s Day weekend. This year, Band Day will take place on Saturday, May 9, […]
CVB Honors Tourism Leaders at Annual Meeting February 18, 2020
Williston, N.D. – The Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) announced nine local tourism awards and offered an update on tourism in North Dakota at its Annual Meeting on February 18, 2020. CVB executive director Amy Krueger offered information about the department staff and board of directors, key events the CVB produces in Williston, programs […]
5th Year Anniversary Bakken Xtrek Scheduled August 17th August 15, 2019
Williston, N.D. – The 5th Year Bakken Xtrek, produced and hosted by Williston Parks & Recreation, will be held at Spring Lake Park August 17. The 5K course has 24 crazy, fun, challenging obstacles! FCI Construction is surprising runners with a new design and the Xtrek's other new obstacle, “Dirty Pigs,” will have an […]
North Dakota Ranks #1 In Best States for Millennials July 5, 2019
Tuesday, June 25, 2019 - 09:00am from www.nd.gov North Dakota ranks #1 among all states in the best states for young adults, according to a recent study by MoneyRates.com. The study focuses on where 20- to 24-year-olds have the best shot at thriving in today's economy. “We are excited about this ranking that acknowledges the […]
ND Game & Fish: A Line to the Past, a Bridge to the Future by Alicia Underlee Nelson May 22, 2019
Connecting Through Community Fisheries The image of a lone figure standing on shore as a bobber bobs peacefully in the water is instantly iconic. It’s almost impossible not to smile at a pair of teenagers loping off with fishing rods slung over their shoulders, experiencing that first taste of independence. The patter of little feet […]
Band Day 2019 Announces Date, Guest Bands February 5, 2019
Williston, N.D. – The Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Band Day Committee is pleased to announce the dates and guest bands for Band Day 2019, held annually in Williston, North Dakota on Mother’s Day weekend. This year, Band Day will take place on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Band Day predates World War […]
North Star Caviar to Offer Cleaning Services During Paddlefish Season April 25, 2018
The 2018 North Dakota’s paddlefish season will open Tuesday, May 1. The season is scheduled to continue through May 21 but may close early dependent on the overall season harvest, at ND Game and Fish discretion. North Star Caviar will be operating a courtesy cleaning station again this year. North Star Caviar (NSC) a non-profit […]

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