Description

Elk Hunting in Nevada

What to Expect

Nevada offers multiple seasons to chase trophy bull elk (and cows too!)

Gear & Equipment

• Valid hunting license, permit, and driver's license o Driver's license is not required for junior hunters • 1 pair of quality hunting boots minimum ankle high o Weather resistant o Leather outsole o Break them in before you leave! • 1 pair of warm NON-COTTON socks per day of hunting o Wool or Synthetic materials • Long pants capable of handling weather conditions expected for your season o Contact your guide for typical weather conditions and suggested layers • Multi-layer wardrobe: o Wicking base layer top and bottom o Breathable shirt – long sleeves are suggested for ALL seasons o Warmth layer – Sweatshirt weight – NON-COTTON o Outer Layer – Wind/Waterproof jacket and pants – Packable rain gear suggested • Seasonal weather hat - i.e., ball cap, beanie, brimmed hat. • Seasonal Gloves o Warm waterproof gloves for late season hunts – mittens provide the greatest warmth • Sleeping Bag and Pillow o Check with your guide on expected weather conditions and verify your sleeping bag is rated at or below the expected temperature during your hunt. • Backpack o Large enough to carry your food and water for the day o Able to carry a reasonable load while packing out your animal • Game Bags o Quartered game bags  Preferred synthetic material  High quality  Speak with your guide for brand recommendations • Optics o Binoculars  8x minimum  Higher power optics are suggested; however, quality and clarity are more important than magnification.  Ability to mount to a tripod is suggested for long periods of glassing  Shoulder harness is suggested o Spotting Scope  NOT required – Highly suggested • Personal medications – enough for each day of the hunt including travel days o Please advise your guide of any medical conditions or medications that may arise due to previous conditions.  Guides are not permitted to administer medication due to liability o You are hunting on federal land therefore federal bans apply to marijuana and ALL cannabis products including smoke and smokeless products. o Do not bring any drugs prohibited by state or federal law

Weapon Details

High Country Outfitters offers, Archery, Muzzleloader and Rifle hunts.

Pricing Details

5 days/6 nights Package Price: $7,500 per hunter Deposit: $2,000

• Non Hunting Guest: $225/day

Terms & Conditions

Payment Information

• Hunt Packages are non-refundable
• Packages booked within 30 days of the hunt must be paid fully at the time of booking, all hunts must be paid in full 14 days prior to hunting
• No credit cards. Cash and checks only

Cancellation Policy

• No rain checks unless schedule permits and is at the discretion of the outfitter.
• Cancelled hunts are not refunded, but a replacement may be found

Gratuities

• Customary, but not required
• Guides: 15-20% of the hunt price

Accessibility

We will do our best to personalize your hunt in order to accommodate any physical impairments, please call to discuss your needs and limitations and how we can help

Physical Requirements

We can accommodate most physical conditions, the better physical shape your in the more you'll be able to access.

Permit & Tag Application Process

Tag applications begin in March and run through early May.

Application Process A tag is needed by all hunters in Nevada to pursue big game populations like mule deer, bighorn sheep, elk, mountain goats or pronghorn antelope.

In Nevada, big game tags are distributed through a computerized draw process, handled by a contracted third party, Kalkomey Enterprises, LLC.

Mountain lions are also a big game species. Mountain lion tags are available online at or over the counter at local license agents. Call 1-800-800-1667 to identify open hunt units.

The application period for the Nonresident Guided Mule Deer Hunt is generally open around mid-February, with results available by late-March. This hunt is only available to nonresidents.

The main application period for big game, which includes the Silver State and Partnership in Wildlife tags, generally runs from mid-March to mid-May. Results from this draw are available at the end of May or beginning of June.

A second draw follows the main draw and offers any tag that is left over or returned without an eligible alternate. The second draw is generally held in mid-June. Second draw tags are offered to any residency regardless of the residency originally assigned to the tag for the main draw.

Tags that are returned to the Department with no eligible alternate or any tags remaining after the second draw may be purchased on a first-come, first-served basis. The First-Come, First-Served program generally opens early-July. First-Come, First-Served tags are offered to any residency regardless of the residency originally assigned to the tag for the main draw.

All application periods and the The First-Come, First-Served program can be found at during their respectful open dates.

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