2024Vol41No3NBUJournal

Letter from the Editor

NBU Journal is published quarterly by: Nevada Bighorns Unlimited P.O. Box 21393 Reno, Nevada 89515-1393 A non-profit, tax-exempt organization incorporated under Nevada State Law. Board of Directors Evan McQuirk, President Lydia Teel, Vice President

This year’s banquet was another great success. Thanks to the Peppermill for always being a great host, and to the many volunteers who helped make the night happen. Whether it was working the doors, running raffles, managing auction items, or helping with setup and cleanup, your efforts don’t go unnoticed. We could not do what we do without you. A full recap of the live auction results is included in this issue. Guzzler season is well underway, and it’s great to see the turnout we’ve had this year. Some projects have brought over 100 volunteers, which says a lot about the dedication of

Steve Field, Treasurer Allen Stanley, Secretary Ben Bardet Chris Cefalu Jenny Chappell

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Tom Fennell Matt Fogarty Steve Hall Brad Pillsbury Pat Pinjuv Jim Puryear Trevor Puryear Pat Reichman Mike Ryan Caleb Van Kirk Joshua Vittori

our membership. We know it’s not easy work—long drives, heat, dust, wind, rain and snow—but your time and energy go a long way in supporting Nevada’s wildlife. The big game draw has also come and gone, and there are some happy folks out there with tags in hand. Whether you drew a coveted sheep tag or came up short this year (like me), we’re all in it for the long haul—and there’s always next season! In this edition, we’ve included a summary of the recent Wildlife Commission meeting, updates on guzzler builds, and a look into the role fire and fuels management plays in protecting and improving wildlife habitat across the state. There’s a lot happening on the ground, and we’re glad to share these stories with you!

ith this edition of the journal, I’m proud to introduce myself as the new

editor of the NBU Journal. My name is Ben Bardet, and I’ve had the honor of serving on NBU’s Board of Directors since 2023. Stepping into this role is a privilege, and I’m looking forward to helping share the work, values, and voices that drive this organization. First, I want to recognize Lydia Teel, who has led this journal since 2018. Lydia’s dedication, consistency, and attention to detail have made this publication what it is today. She made sure every issue brought value to our members and highlighted the mission of NBU in a clear and thoughtful way. On behalf of the board and membership, thank you, Lydia, for your dedication and the amazing work you have done on every journal issue over the years.

Dan Warren Victor Yohey Submission Dates: Spring Issue:

February 15th May 15th August 15th November 15th

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Ben Bardet

Cover Photo by Kevin Konitshek

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