Attention Nevada hunters! Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) announced earlier this week that 477 resident tags are still available for the Mule Deer Antlerless Any Legal Weapon Hunt 1181..... NDOW also announced that there are still 741 tags available for Antlered Longbow Hunt Mule Deer Antlered Longbow Hunt 1341 (Aug. 10-Sept. 9), with both resident and non-resident [...]
As bow season for antelope opens, Nevada hunters can benefit from being aware of how the pronghorn species has adapted to the native environment. According to a biological bulletin published in 1983 by Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), the pronghorn are the fastest running ungulate (hoofed animal) in North America, with adult speeds being [...]
We're pleased to announce that Candy Kiel, owner and graphic design artist for The Write Type Design, has won two awards for her logo design for Nevada Outdoorsman Unlimited! Her two distinguished awards include: The APEX 2012 Award for Publication Excellence - Identity & Graphic Standards Materials Category The Communicator Awards, Award [...]
To Nevada hunters who drew tags for area 181 and 184-Be aware that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is preparing to gather up approximately 450 to 525 wild horses 70 miles east of Fallon, Nevada. According to the BLM, the gather will take place in the Desatoya Mountains within Churchill and Lander counties. The [...]
In the coming weeks, Nevada Outdoorsman Unlimited will be featuring various efforts of Nevada hunting and fishing conservation organizations. We recently spoke with Pyke Bowles, Nevada President of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), with chapters in Carson City, Elko, Wells, and Battle Mountain........ Can you tell us a little about NWTF's wild turkey restoration/conservation programs here in Nevada? The [...]
While heading into Nevada hunting area 6, talked to Tom, owner of Taylor Canyon Resort. When asked if it's worthwhile to go up to Toe Jam Mountain via McCann Creek Road to hunt the area, Tom advised that McCann Creek Road is closed off at the ranch, denying access to the area. The same ranch [...]
During the past several days, Nevada big game tags may have arrived in your mail box......whether you've drawn your first or second choice area, chances are good that you are already thinking ahead to that upcoming hunt ! Whether you're hunting Nevada's western, eastern or southern regions, please remember to remain committed to maintaining the quality of Nevada's diverse wildlife habitat. With [...]
Many Nevada hunters and anglers may have taken advantage of having a prized mount professionally prepared by a favorite local taxidermist.......... But do you know the history of taxidermy? According to Wikipedia, the art of taxidermy evolved as consumer demand grew for quality leather and hides. During the Victorian era, taxidermy was an object of inner design [...]
Did you know a high desert area of North Central Nevada offers dual opportunities for both hunting and fishing within close proximity? If you've drawn your tag for unit 6, you may be familiar with the terrain and habitat for big game, but be sure to bring your fishing license as well! Wild Horse Reservoir and Wilson Reservoir are nestled within unit [...]
It's already mid-June, and Nevada hunting season is right around the corner. Whether you're a novice or new hunter, keep the following basic principles in mind when preparing: -Pull out that camping and hunting gear and make sure all supplies are complete and in good working order. -Remember to check and perform maintenance on your motor vehicles, trailers, and ATV's. -Sight [...]