BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — More than 7,900 deer gun hunting licenses remain after North Dakota’s license lottery. The state this year is making 72,200 deer gun season licenses available. It’s the sixth consecutive year of an increase and the highest level of licenses in 10 years. More than 79,000 people applied for a lottery license, in addition to over 12,400 gratis applicants. Only resident applicants who were unsuccessful in the lottery can apply for remaining licenses. The online application period begins June 29. The deadline is July 14. North Dakota’s 2021 deer gun season opens Nov. 5 at noon and continues through Nov. 21.