Nevada BIG GAME

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BIG GAME

SEASONS AND APPLICATIONS

REGUL ATIONS

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BIG GAME APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 16, 2018

11 P.M. FOR ALL APPLICATIONS

Submit online applications at:

For application questions call: 1-855-542-6369

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2018BIG GAME SEASONS AND APPLICATIONS

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CONTENTS

Welcome Letter4 Department of Wildlife Offices6 Hunting Licenses and Tag Fees7 Online Application Instructions 10 What's New for 2018 12 Big Game Seasons 12

Antelope 14 Black Bear 18 Bighorn Sheep [Nelson (Desert), California, and Rocky Mountain] 19 Elk 23 Mountain Goat 27 Mule Deer 28 Elk Hunt Eligibility and Application Information 21 2018 Big Game Application, Deadline and Remaining Tags 38 Big Game Application Eligibility 39 General Provisions 40 Specialty Tags Silver State Tag Information 36 Partnership in Wildlife (PIW) Hunts 37 Nevada Dream Tags 42 Special Regulations 43 General Regulations 44

STATE OF NEVADA

Brian Sandoval, Governor

STATE BOARD OF WILDLIFE COMMISSIONERS

Grant Wallace, Chairman Brad Johnston, Vice Chairman Jon Almberg, Thomas Barnes, Tiffany East, Kerstan Hubbs, David McNinch, Paul E.

Valentine and Bill Young

NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Tony Wasley, Director Brian Wakeling, Game Division

Administrator Chris Vasey, Conservation Education

Division Administrator Chet Van Dellen, Data and Technology

Services Division Administrator Tyler Turnipseed, Chief Game Warden Aaron Meier, Publications Coordinator

This regulation brochure contains only a synopsis of the hunting laws for the State of Nevada. Complete text of the laws and regulations may be obtained by contacting the Nevada Department of Wildlife or by checking our website at .

NOTE: Changes to regulations are marked in blue, bold italics.

On the Cover: The cover shot of desert bighorn sheep was taken by wildlife photographer Tim Torell.

Individuals with hearing impairments may contact the Department at 775-688-1500 via a text telephone (TTY) telecommunications device by first calling the State of Nevada Relay Operator at 1-800-326-6868. This publication will be made available in an alternative format upon request.

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? Apply before March 26

to be entered to win a 20x60x85 HD Spotting Scope, a pair of 15x50 Viper HD Binoculars and a Ranger 1800 Laser Rangefinder

? Apply before April 2

to be entered to win a pair of 15x50 Viper HD Binoculars and a Ranger 1800 Laser Rangefinder

? Apply before April 9

to be entered to win a Ranger 1800 Laser Rangefinder

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Welcome Letter

Get Online, Get Outside! As you are reading this 2018 application guide, you are probably already aware of several exciting changes that we've made that will positively affect your hunting experience in Nevada!

It starts with your hunting license (and you can find more details in this publication)! After more than two years of planning, talking with sportsmen, field testing ideas, analyzing data, collaborating with vendors, and working with the legislature, we now have our new simplified license structure. Your new license includes all stamp privileges that you used to purchase separately. With the new license, should you find yourself tempted to harvest a chukar during your deer hunt, you don't have to worry about purchasing an upland game stamp ? it's included! Anglers no longer need to debate the merits of buying a trout stamp with license vendors, because it is now included with a fishing license! A combination license includes everything you need to hunt or fish in the state, including a second rod stamp, Colorado River permits, and other privileges. You don't have to wonder, you can just go. In addition, your license is valid for 365 days from the date of purchase. The only thing we could not include was a federal duck stamp. You may be wondering about the finances. Although we have eliminated the need to purchase the stamp privileges, we have not eliminated the dedicated funding those stamps provided. A portion of each license purchased is still directed to those important funds that support wildlife habitat work, targeted fishery projects and products, waterfowl and wetlands projects, and all the other important work that was being done. In fact, the entire effort was designed to improve and ease the experience for the hunter and angler, but we calculated our prices so that the revenue to the Department would remain unchanged. We don't expect to lose revenue, but we also did not increase fees. Maintaining a revenue neutral price was critical to the simplification effort, and the average hunter and angler will see little change to the total fees paid. In fact, many youth and specialty licenses are now cheaper than before! Nevada's fees have remained constant longer than other western states. We have also adopted changes to our online application procedure to make your application easier. The entire process is designed to make your choices easier. You can pick your species, pick your hunt area, pick your seasons and apply! You can share your group application with your hunting partners, and they can apply with you and pay for their tag and application fees themselves. You can now choose to be reminded when your license is about to expire and have your privileges automatically renewed. The new process provides many advantages, and we have provided you with an online link to a tutorial that will walk you through them! After you use this new system, I believe you will agree that this is a remarkable improvement! While cost was not a primary consideration in this redevelopment, you will be pleased to know that the new system came at a substantial price savings as well. It is critical that we continue to provide our customers with improved service. These improvements routinely come from ideas that you share with us. Take the time to give us a call, send us an email, attend a County Advisory Board or Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners meeting, or participate with the wildlife conservation organization of your choice. Get involved and share your experiences with your friends and family. I look forward to my outdoor experiences during the upcoming year and perhaps we may cross paths in Nevada's great outdoors! What are you waiting for? Get Online and Get Outside!

Tony Wasley Director, Nevada Department of Wildlife

Williamstown, MA | Birmingham, AL

About This Guide

This high-quality guide is offered to you by the Nevada Department of Wildlife, through its unique partnership with J.F. Griffin Publishing, LLC. The revenue generated through ad sales significantly lowers production costs and generates savings. These savings translate into additional funds for other important agency programs. If you have any feedback or are interested in advertising, please contact us at 413.884.1001 or at

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Wildlife Offices

Department of Wildlife Offices

Western Region Office

1100 Valley Rd. Reno, NV 89512 (775) 688-1506

Eastern Region Office

60 Youth Center Rd. Elko, NV 89801 (775) 777-2300

Southern Region Office

4747 Vegas Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89108 (702) 486-5127

Ely Office

1218 N Alpha St Ely, NV 89301 Phone: (775) 289-1655 ext. 21

Fallon Office

380 West B. St. Fallon, NV 89406 (775) 423-3171

Henderson Office

744 S. Racetrack Rd. Henderson, NV 89015 (702) 486-6742

Winnemucca Office

815 E. Fourth St. Winnemucca, NV 89445 (775) 623-6565

Headquarters Office

6980 Sierra Center Pkwy., Suite 120 Reno, NV 89511 (775) 688-1500

Western Region Southern Region

Eastern Region

This publication receives funding through the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration program as educational material. Federal Laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and sex. If you believe you have been discriminated against in any NDOW program, activity, or facility, please write to the following:

Director Nevada Department of Wildlife 6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Suite 120 Reno, NV 89511

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Diversity Program Manager 4401 North Fairfax Drive MS: 7072-43 Arlington, VA 22203

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