Unit M9 is part of North Dakota’s Northern Coteau region known for its rolling, grassy hills and rocky soils. This unit is part of one of North America’s premier waterfowl nesting areas. The US Fish and Wildlife Agency manages many waterfowl production areas in this unit. The excellent soil in this area allows for production of a variety of crops. The emergence of corn and sunflowers in the area have created an alternative food source that moose seem to enjoy. It’s thought that these new food sources contribute to moose migrating from their traditional ranges near the Turtle Mountains and Pembina Hills into the prairies and rolling hills.

With the recent opening of J. Clark Salyer Wildlife Refuge for moose hunting, and common moose sightings on Lonetree WMA, a hunt on public access land is a great option in M9