Sportsmen's Nation - For The Die-hard Sportsman

In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian Krebs dives deep into Nevada’s all-species applications ahead of the May 7th deadline. From record-book antelope to some of the toughest elk and sheep tags in the West, this breakdown covers the ins and outs of Nevada’s unique point system, trophy potential, and why this state is both a dream and a grind for Western hunters. Key Takeaways: Application Deadline: May 7, 2025 at 11:00 PM PT for all species Draw System: Nevada uses a squared bonus point system with a true random draw, meaning you always have a chance Mule Deer: Herds have declined from 240,000 in 1988 to ~68,000 today, but Nevada still boasts some of the highest antler quality in the West Elk Tags: Trophy caliber bulls (350–380"+) exist, but non-resident draw odds remain below 1% even with max points Antelope: Excellent trophy potential and high harvest success, especially for archery tags; good long-term state for pronghorn hunters Sheep & Goat