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NDOW Investigates Possible Wolf Sighting in Northeastern Nevada
Elko County, NV- On Sunday, March 17, a pilot with a helicopter capture crew contracted by the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), spotted three suspected wolves near Merritt Mountain, north…
When bears and vehicles collide
Keep Tahoe Bears wild! LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., June 30, 2023 – Drivers Beware! Throughout the year the Lake Tahoe Basin experiences fluctuations in the number of visitors and vehicle traffic….
National Report Shows Massive Declines in Most Bird Populations
Reno, NV: A newly released report tracking bird populations in the United States finds that more than half of U.S. bird species are declining, including 70 newly identified “Tipping Point”…
Lake Mead Boat Accident Results in Two Deaths
The Nevada Department of Wildlife is investigating a Lake Mead boating accident that occurred in the Callville Bay area at about 7:30 p.m. Saturday and resulted in the deaths of…
NDOW Names New Deputy Director of Operations
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has announced Caleb McAdoo as the Department’s new Deputy Director of Operations. In this position, McAdoo will oversee the Habitat and Conservation Education Divisions…
Applications Due for Hunt Reservations at Overton and Key Pittman WMAs
Las Vegas, NV – The Nevada Department of Wildlife is accepting applications for hunt reservations from those wishing to hunt opening day of the 2023 duck and goose seasons at…
Bear experts offer tips, best practices for late-season camping trips to the Tahoe Basin
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., Sep. 1, 2023 – Headed to the Tahoe Basin for one last summer camping trip? Black bear biologists who work in the Tahoe Basin every day have…
Nominations sought for Nevada Wildlife Conservation Award
The Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners is currently seeking nominations for the 2023 Wayne E. Kirch Nevada Wildlife Conservation Award. The award is given annually to recipients who have demonstrated…
Three Men Convicted of Illegally Harvesting Mule Deer
Las Vegas, NV: Three men were convicted of several wildlife crimes after harassing a mule deer buck with a drone in an effort to drive it off of private lands…
Happy Holidays from the Tahoe Interagency Bear Team
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., Dec. 14, 2023 – We hope this winter season brings you all lots of cheer, warm memories, and time for rest and relaxation. However, it is not…