NV Antelope tips/suggestions?

[Vizsla2]

I was fortunate and drew a Non Res Antelope tag (Rifle) for units 131/145/163/164.
I've hunted antelope once, about 25 years ago in CA, back when they had a 10 yr waiting period, but aside from that, I'm an antelope rookie.

I haven't scouted yet, but plan to arrive several days before the opener to scout it out.

So instead, I've done a lot online research (NDOW suggested areas to hunt), google earth, maps, waterholes, etc and found a couple of main areas to focus. Given the past success rates, I'm not too worried about finding animals, but with 70 residents, 8 NR's, I'm more concerned if overcrowding/competition will be more of an issue.

I was also wondering if hunting next to private alfalfa farms would be worth it, or if that too, would attract crowds; or be frustrating if the animals stay put on private.

If anyone had any past experience on what to expect, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Thanks,
Stuart

 

[Travis Bertrand]

that will attract crowds for sure but some good bucks come off of the flats next to good feed.

 

[1signguy]

I would check that out-
Don't forget antelope don't generally jump fences. They slow way down to crawl through/under...
A fence can be a great tool...

 

[Rangerz]

Not real familiar with those units, but might want to try and call the biologist in Tonopah.

Also, don't be afraid to look higher. I have seen antelope here as high as 9,000 feet. A lot of guys tend to concentrate at the lower altitudes and miss a lot of critters.

Good luck!

 

[Vizsla2]

Thanks guys for those tips!
I'll post a report late next month.

 

[David Gough]

The hills above the flats can hold some very nice bucks, especially right before the rut.