public lands within the management area. reasons. -long season from October 5th to November 5th to allow hunters more opportunity to harvest in units that have lower deer densities. A total of 26 corridors, 16 migration routes, 25 stopovers, and 9 winter ranges, were mapped across these states and are included in this project. stream
Mule Deer Antlered Res Mule Deer ALW 171 - 173 Oct 17 - Oct 30 205 190 189 165 40 93% 96% 24% 35% 4.7 6.1 3.5 . in the Nevada Hunt Book. We take pride in our team and our guides are truly passionate about what they do. in lower valley bottoms, pinyon/juniper from around 6500- 8000 MAP REFERENCES: Topographical maps available See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! VEGETATION: Sagebrush in lower valley At the time of print, the number of applicants for 2020 was not released. Winner gets guide service on their choice of season - archery, muzzleloader, or rifle in 2023. Its one of the longest distance deer migrations in the state of Nevada with some animals known to migrate over 120 miles during a single migration. Cast off antlers provide an important source of calcium and other minerals to wildlife such as mice, porcupines, coyotes, bison, elk, and deer, all of which chew on the tips and softer portions throughout the year. The 1:100,000 topographical maps that Click on title to download individual files attached to this item, Build Version: 2.184.0-323-gaaf835b-0 Nevada mule deer statewide harvest numbers (1988-2020) Current mule deer herd condition In 2019, there was not a statewide count of deer and in the areas that were studied the division observed approximately 10,500 deer. Because these corridors traverse vast landscapes (i.e., up to 150 miles), they are increasingly threatened by roads, fencing, subdivisions and other development. SPECIAL COMMENTS: Very remote area with gravel A subset of this population, known as the Pequop herd, crosses a major highway (US highway 93) and an interstate (Interstate-80) twice annually during their seasonal migration. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. Units 101-109, 171-173, and 221 . thats what is great about nevada you can you have a chance to draw any tag in any hunt regardless of points! The odds of getting a deer tag are 25-30%. 2009) using 218 migration sequences collected from a sample size of 79 animals comprising GPS locations collected every 1-25 hours. Mule Deer Hunts. In 2020, Nevada issued 297 tags for 54 hunts. Mule Deer are sagebrush obligates and they rely on sagebrush during the winter months when there is not a lot of other forage available. LAND STATUS: Mostly lands administered This land has been withdrawn from public use for many good cover. Make sure to give us a call or check with your outfitter for the final approved deadline. Or check out the links below to take you right to the Nevada Guided mule deer draw odds. in the upper elevations of Mount Wilson, Table Mountain, White If you plan on hunting in higher elevation, as a rule of thumb, expect the tempture to decrease roughly 5 for every 1000' in elevation gain. and sporting good stores. Nevada Department of Wildlife, 2020, Migration Routes of Mule Deer in the Pequop Mountains in Nevada in Kauffman, M.J., Copeland, H.E., Cole, E., Cuzzocreo, M., Dewey, S., Fattebert, J., Gagnon, J., Gelzer, E., Graves, T.A., Hersey, K., Kaiser, R., Meacham, J., Merkle, J., Middleton, A., Nunez, T., Oates, B., Olson, D., Olson, L., Sawyer, H., Schroeder, C., Sprague, S., Steingisser, A., and Thonhoff, M., 2020, Ungulate Migrations of the Western United States, Volume 1: U.S. Geological Survey data release, https://doi.org/10.5066/P9O2YM6I. See unit description Create a free account to read the rest of this deer hunting note! Their diet varies throughout the year and is very seasonal. And the best part is you dont have to be scared to apply for teh hard to get tags because when they draw your name if the tags are gone they just move through all your choices it is great! DRAW ODDS . )5,k. area range from approximately 5,500 feet in the valleys to 9,400 They can be identified by their long, mule-like ears. some aspen and Subalpine Fir at the upper elevations. Terms of Use | GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership* Overall unit size: US Forest Service: Its name is derived from having large ears that resemble that of a mule's. Master Mule Deer Hunting with onX Hunt In 2018, the U.S. Geological Survey assembled a Corridor Mapping Team to provide technical assistance to western states working to map bison, elk, moose, mule deer, and pronghorn corridors using existing GPS data. Media | AND SERVICES: Gonna put in for it next year. Mule Deer move between different habitat types but seem to prefer arid, open areas and rocky hillsides. Each hunt will be accompanied by a friendly, licensed andexperienced guide. Plan your Nevada big game hunt with interactive unit boundary maps before you apply. FACILITIES Toggle navigation. Rock Peak and Government Peak if weather conditions remain dry In its first year, the team has worked to develop a standardized analytical and computational methods and a workflow applicable to data sets typically collected by state agencies. If you have any questions regarding which units to apply for, we will be happy to help assist you. Mule Deer typically have two fawns during the early summer. in the Nevada Hunt Book. HUNTING AREAS FOR MULE DEER: Deer occur in all units, from the foothills They were developed from Brownian bridge movement models (Sawyer et al. Panaca, Nevada for park rules, fee schedule and availability of endobj
Click on title to download individual files attached to this item. HUNTING AREAS FOR MULE DEER: During the early part of the season, hunt Weapon restricted by season. the unit are public lands administered by Bureau of Land Management. so may result in a very unpleasant experience with range personnel. Are you an outfitter, hunting guide, game processor or local hotel? Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! by the BLM. This tag allows the junior hunter to hunt during the archery season when the unit is open for archery only; to hunt with a muzzleloader when the unit is open for muzzleloader only; and to hunt with any legal weapon when the unit is open for any legal weapon. 1% Private, 99% Public, 2% USFS, 97% BLM, 22% Wilderness. Home. Summer range for this herd primarily occurs between the Owyhee and Bruneau Rivers east of Wildhorse Reservoir. TERRAIN: Variable. You are using an out of date browser. Top. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. feet on Kawich Peak. Archery: Aug 10 - Sept 9; Muzzleloader: Sept 10 - Oct 4; Any Legal Weapon: Oct 5 - Nov 2. Department of Wildlife Regional Offices & Commissioners. conditions. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! by Stormy Sat Jun 13, 2015 10:12 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Copyright 2000 - 2019, MuleyMadness.com Drawing a mule deer tag in the west can be tough, especially when you're trying to draw a tag in a quality unit. Read about advertising on huntscore here. Caliente, Nevada-Utah. In 2019, the team completed analyses necessary to map corridors, stopovers, and winter ranges in Arizona, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. Significantly more deer and better hunting can be found away from roads. The largest stopovers occur along the west side of Snake Mountains near Tabor Creek, Antelope Peak and Bishop Creek areas, north and south of Interstate 80 near Pequop Summit, and the Sixmile Creek to Long Canyon area in the Pequop Mountains. Weather can vary by elevation. All of your transportation will be provided upon arrival. Over the last decade, many new tracking studies have been conducted on migratory herds, and analytical methods have been developed that allow for population-level corridors and stopovers to be mapped and prioritized. Cedar City, UT 84721 Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. Bench lands around 9S^d4 Look for more open country with a good mixture of Mountain Brush, Meadows, and pockets of Pine or Aspen, and Mountain Mahogany. 3 0 obj
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It may not display this or other websites correctly. Keith 775-741-7784. Force Range northern and western boundary for national security LOCATION: Eastern Lincoln County. We have never hunted there, but intend to scout in July. Several million dollars in wildlife crossing structures have been constructed to help these deer during their migration, yet they still face challenges to connectivity between winter and summer ranges []. The Area 7 mule deer population is one of the states largest deer herds with an estimated population of about 11,000 in 2019. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? In 2020, Nevada issued 297 tags for 54 hunts. If you are a Nevada non-resident, you may participate in the non- resident restricted, guided deer draw. Water availability is limited in much of Area 25 making the study of maps and scouting very important. ALASKA; . ALASKA; BISON; BLACK BEAR; BROWN BEAR; CARIBOU; . jtoE RS,`z&^QI.V
Ok\I3 At times, it may be recommended or desired to stay in a hotel, if so, we will provide lunch as well as snacks, drinks, and all transportation. Private bottoms, cultivated alfalfa fields to pinyon/juniper forests, We have never hunted there, but intend to scout in July. Nevada Unit 251. Just looking for some basic info, thanks. 2 0 obj
Click for Terrain Detail. or dirt road access. This drawing takes place before the main Nevada big game drawing. There are two Nevada State parks, Spring Valley and Echo Canyon Due to severe incoming winter weather in northern Nevada, Gov. Nevada Unit 51 Mule Deer Area npaden Apr 11, 2012 Apr 11, 2012 #1 npaden Well-known member Joined Feb 3, 2011 Messages 4,245 Location Lubbock, Texas Okay, I may have gotten ahead of myself on my applications. Provided by Nevada Division of Wildlife MULE DEER HUNTER INFORMATION Units 251-253. See how weather varies by elevation within a unit by selecting an elevation range. Few, if any, deer are to be found in unit 253. Once we have arrived to the area, wewill use the spot and stalk tactic which is the best method for harvesting the highest quality trophy animal your unit has to offer. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! what about putting in for party, is it better to not put in as a party. Put in for the late season for your first choice and early as second choice. We recommend the following units for most of our deer and elk hunters: 021, 061-068, 081, 073-079, 091, 103-109, 111-115, 121, 131-134, 221-223, 231, 241-245, 251-254, 271-272 . Good luck in the draw! years. z5t+~tyQPAs+JU[ JB pm&*K z;0x03K4zQtE*za MAP REFERENCES: Maps are available from Like myself, many ofour Guides are native to Nevada. Off-road vehicles are recommended when traveling away from We are equipped with four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs and UTVs for navigating road and trail systems. TERRAIN: Variable. Low densities of deer occur in all units of the management area from the foothills to upper peaks. <>/Metadata 37 0 R/ViewerPreferences 38 0 R>>
Winter range for this deer herd occurs primarily along the east side of the Pequop Mountains from Sixmile Creek to Ninemile Canyon. 9,200 feet on White Rock Peak. If camping, we will providemeals and lodging. DRAW ODDS . Mule Deer are herbivores, relying on plant material to survive. JavaScript is disabled. Species: Mule Deer Unit Group: 241-245 Hunt Geometry ID: 26 Hunt ID: [423, 227, 179, 325, 339, 258, 904] Access: This unit group can be accessed by major roads in many locations. They can be identified by their long, mule-like ears. Low densities of deer occur in all units of the management area from the foothills to upper peaks. Any recommendations? Many of these hunts offer better odds than the main draw. Toggle navigation. The greatest densities and highest harvest rates occur in Unit 251. Several million dollars in wildlife crossing structures have been constructed to help these deer during their migration, yet they still face challenges to connectivity between winter and summer ranges including miles of livestock fencing and a large-scale gold mine operation in close proximity a large stop-over site near Long Canyon. Post by Stormy Sun Jun 14, 2015 5:12 am My son drew a 2015 Youth Tag for Unit 251 in Nevada. Mule Deer - Unit 231. All five of your choices are considered before the next applicants. wintering deer. Working with these greater numbers gives a much cleaner estimate about the quality of bucks harvested over time, and where those bucks were taken. Moose, Caribou, Sheep, Goat Hunting etc. Hunting mule deer in the rugged mountains of Nevada is an experience you'll never forget. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. His tag is for any Mule Deer Buck or Doe, and he always tells me we can't eat horns. Privacy Notice | The hills surrounding the four major valleys we are planning on putting in for 141-145 and 101-108 for the ruby mtns, if you want to make sure that you all draw teh same hunt in the same year you need to apply as a party, thanks alot for answering all my annoying questions nitis, u have really helped, what did u draw for your 5th choice in nevada, we drew area 5 or 051 what ever you want to call it. Emergency phone available at the old Warm Springs bar located stands of mountain mahogany (8000-9,400). Antelope Hunts. It's one of the longest distance deer migrations in the state of Nevada with some animals known to migrate over 120 miles during a single migration. This closure is strongly enforced. Nevada Mule Deer Hunting 2022. You still use and gain deer bonus points in the guide draw. PO Box 250 Predator Hunting (Coyote, Bobcat, Fox, Wolf, Cougar, etc. If drawn, you must be accompanied at all times during the hunt by the licensed master guide who co-signed your application or by one of his licensed subguides. south, with deep canyons running both east and west. lands are associated with the agriculture lands in Spring, Eagle, availability is limited in much of Area 25 making the study of maps and scouting very important. Some private land is found but, these parcels have NDOW Washoe County offices remain closed Tuesday, February 28. 2023 Nevada, Unit 231 Mule Deer Hunt. Deer numbers have fluctuated dramatically, twice exceeding 200,000 animals, in the mid-1960s, and the mid-1980s. to 9,400 feet on Mount Wilson, 7,670 feet on Table Mountain and Not all weather elements are available within the unit. Resident Junior Mule Deer Hunts Antlered or Antlerless. Pine Peak Outfittersaccommodates almost all unitsthroughout Nevada. well we got 3 for sure maybe 4 guys that wanna hunt these units, thats why i asked about party or should we put in individually. I have know three diffrent people that have drawn this tag with no points so its not as hard as you think,If they have alfalfa near the base of the hills there will be bucks if thats not your thing from diamond peak all the way north just pick a road get to the end hike in a few miles to the top and you will see bucks. LAND STATUS: The majority of lands within Based out of the Wyoming Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, the team consists of federal scientists, university researchers, and biologists and analysts from participating state agencies. Across the western United States, many ungulate herds must migrate seasonally to access resources and avoid harsh winter conditions. The U.S. Geological The Ungulate Migrations of the Western United States report and associated map archive provides the means for corridors to be taken into account by state and federal transportation officials, land and wildlife managers, planners, and other conservationists working to maintain big game corridors in the western states. Archery, Muzzleloader, or Any Legal Weapon, Aug 10 - Sept 9Sept 10 - Oct 4Oct 5 - Nov 5, Aug 10 - Sept 9Sept 10 - Oct 4Dec 11 - Jan 1, Dec 1 - Dec 10Dec 11 - Dec 20Dec 21 - Jan 1, Aug 10 - Sept 9Sept 10 - Oct 4Oct 5 - Nov 2, Nov 10 - Nov 20Nov 21 - Dec 10Dec 11 - Jan 1, Aug 10 - Sept 9Sept 10 - Sept 30Oct 1 - Nov 2, Aug 10 - Sept 9Sept 10 - Oct 4Oct 5 - Oct 31, Aug 10 - Sept 9Sept 10 - Oct 4Nov 5 - Nov 30, Nov 5 - Nov 30Dec 1 - Dec 15Dec 16 - Jan 1, Aug 10 - Sept 9Sept 10 - Oct 10Nov 5 - Nov 30, A Special Restrictions apply, see NAC 503.170, Resident and Nonresident Mule Deer Hunts Antlered. 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