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Recent News About Nevada Department of Wildlife
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Las Vegas student wins state poster contest for free fishing day
Excitement filled Somerset Academy, Sky Pointe Elementary School in Las Vegas with the announcement that fifth grader Jaylah Cudal won this year's Nevada Free Fishing Day Poster Contest. “When I first heard that Jaylah had won an art contest, I...
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Cave Lake set to reopen after major repairs with grand celebration
After years of anticipation, Cave Lake in Nevada is set to reopen on June 7, 2025.
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Cave Lake Reservoir refilled; reopening event set for June 7, 2025
The Nevada Division of State Parks and the Nevada Department of Wildlife have reported that Cave Lake Reservoir at Cave Lake State Park has returned to full capacity.
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Cave Lake reopens with improved dam and restocked fishery
Cave Lake, a popular site for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, is set to reopen for fishing and other recreational activities.
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Lake Tahoe region prepares for active bears as winter ends
The snow is melting in the Lake Tahoe region, signaling the end of winter and the onset of an active spring for local wildlife.
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Cave Creek Reservoir reaches full capacity; reopening event scheduled
The Nevada Division of State Parks and the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) have announced that Cave Creek Reservoir at Cave Lake State Park has reached full capacity.
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Nevada wildlife officials seek information on illegal killing of pregnant mule deer
On March 5, 2025, the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) was alerted to an injured or sick deer near Lattin Ranch, south of Harrison Pass in Hunt Unit 103, located in the Ruby Mountains south of Elko.
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Experts advise caution around Lake Tahoe's black bear population
The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) is a coalition of experts from various federal, state, and local agencies dedicated to the study and welfare of black bears in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
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Reward offered for information on two elk poaching cases near Nevada/Utah border
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) has announced a $2,000 reward for information leading to the resolution of two elk poaching cases near the Nevada/Utah border.
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Nevada wildlife officials seek public's help in solving two elk poaching cases
Game wardens from the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) are seeking assistance from the public to solve two elk poaching cases near the Nevada-Utah border.
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Bear severely injured in Davis Fire euthanized due to worsening condition
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), along with the Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary and Nature Care, have announced that the Davis Bear's condition worsened significantly since Friday, September 20. Consequently, it was decided by Animal Ark’s veterinarian, Dr. Lesli Spears, and NDOW's Wildlife Health Specialist, Dr. Nate LaHue, that euthanasia was in the animal’s best interest.
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Inaugural Tahoe Bear Fest scheduled for September 28 at Spooner Lake State Park
The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT) and the Nevada Division of State Parks have announced the inaugural Tahoe Bear Fest, set to take place at Spooner Lake State Park on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event aims to educate and engage the public on living and recreating responsibly in bear country.
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Nevada Department of Wildlife opens online duck hunt applications
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is now accepting applications for opening day hunt reservations at the Key Pittman and Overton Wildlife Management Areas. Applications must be submitted online at www.ndowlicensing.com, as paper applications will no longer be accepted.
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Quarantine order issued in Western Nevada hunt units to prevent chronic wasting disease
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has announced a quarantine order aimed at preventing the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) into Nevada. The disease, which affects the deer family, was recently detected in a road-killed deer near Bishop, California. This is the closest detection to Nevada thus far.
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Nevada Department of Wildlife relocates Fallon office to Reno Highway
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has relocated its Fallon office from its long-standing address on West B. St. to a new site at 4082 Reno Highway. The office, which opened last week, operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.
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Nevada Department of Wildlife names Matt Maples as new data services administrator
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has appointed Matt Maples as the new Data and Technology Services (DATS) Division Administrator. The DATS division oversees NDOW’s business affairs, including customer service programs such as licensing, boat titling and registrations, hunt applications and draws, special licenses and permits, license agent activities, information technology services, and geographic information systems.
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Nevada Department of Wildlife warns public about coyote activity at Pittman Wash
Las Vegas, NV – Following two separate coyote incidents at Pittman Wash over the past week, the Nevada Department of Wildlife is advising increased caution for those in the area. In the early morning hours of Sunday, July 7 and again Friday, July 12, a coyote bit two separate women walking in Pittman Wash near Green Valley Parkway in Henderson. Each of the women suffered puncture wounds on their lower leg and sought treatment at area hospitals.
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Nevada task force launches tool for tracking harmful algal blooms
Carson City, NV — As temperatures rise and Nevadans seek relief in the state’s lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, the Nevada Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Task Force urges residents and visitors to stay informed about HABs to safely enjoy the state’s water bodies.
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Guidelines issued for safe camping amid active black bear population in Lake Tahoe Basin
The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team has issued guidance for campers in the Lake Tahoe Basin to help maintain safety and prevent bear encounters. The region, known for its active black bear population, sees increased bear activity as bears search for food, particularly during hyperphagia in the fall.
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Nevada Department of Wildlife opens applications for dove hunting reservations
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is now accepting reservation applications for the opening day and first weekend of the 2024 dove hunting season at the Overton Wildlife Management Area (WMA). The season begins on Sunday, September 1, with the opening weekend scheduled for September 7-8.