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In The Outdoors

In The Outdoors

Freelance writer Doug Nielsen is a conservation educator for the Nevada Department of Wildlife. His “In the Outdoors” column, published Thursday in the Las Vegas Review-Journal, is not affiliated with or endorsed by the NDOW. Any opinions he states in his column are his own.
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Arrows fly in fun at archers’ state outdoor championships

For archers looking to prepare for an upcoming big game hunt, participation in tournaments such as the Outdoor Championships are a good method of honing your skills.

As ice melts on reservoirs, trout fishing improves

The hard water covering reservoirs has begun to melt away from the shorelines, leaving open water for anglers willing to brave the cold temperatures.

Digital tag-application results lack old-school wallop

We live in a time when everything is going digital. While that has made aspects of our life more convenient, I miss some of the old school ways.

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Ice fishing derby on Comins Lake offering cash prizes

Does the possibility of taking home a $5,000 payday enough to cause you to break out your trout rod, some cold weather gear and a comfortable camp chair?

It’s wise to pay attention to fish consumption advisories

The purpose of these advisories is to help people make informed decisions about where to fish or harvest shellfish, says the Environmenal Protection Agency.

Narrow window now open for more hunting in Arizona

A total of six limited-entry permit tags are up for grabs. Two each for elk, mule deer and white-tailed deer. The deadline to apply is Friday.

Bird population needs assist from Mother Nature

Couple more than 20 years of drought with two of the driest years on record and you have habitat conditions that have significantly limited bird production.

Infrastructure bill shot in the arm for outdoors

According to several respected conservation organizations, the bill will benefit America’s wildlife and natural resources.

Wind can turn desert reservoirs into life-threatening place

When the winds come up, they can create a dangerous situation for outdoor enthusiasts, especially for people in float tubes or small paddle craft.

Prep anglers compete in inaugural bass-fishing combine

The three-day event gave the youthful anglers the opportunity to display their fishing skills for coaches representing 20 colleges that grant bass fishing scholarships.

Mule deer migration patterns useful information for hunters

For some animals, the migration covers only a few miles, a relatively short distance. For other species, like mule deer, that migration may be much longer.

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