The Spring Creek Association is working in collaboration with our local Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) to help track the patterns, issues, and population of mule deer in the Spring Creek area. We encourage residents to share any deer-related incidents or concerns by filling out the form linked below. Please be as specific as possible when describing your experience. The final question on the form allows you to upload photos, which are greatly appreciated. NDOW will have access to the submitted information to assist in their monitoring and research efforts. If you’ve experienced more than one incident, we kindly ask that you submit a separate form for each occurrence.
Per Nevada state law it is illegal to willfully feed any game mammal, this includes deer! Not only is it illegal but feeding of wildlife often leads to many issues including habituation. This is when an animal gets accustomed to humans and is no longer afraid of them. In some cases, this can lead to animals becoming aggressive as they associate humans with food. If you see a neighbor feeding the deer, please report them to the Operation Game Thief program at: 1-800-992-3030. To learn more on Mule Deer, please visit the NDOW website HERE.
Can we hunt in Spring Creek Association?
Hunting in any form within Spring Creek Association is prohibited. Signage is posted at every main entrance of the Association.
What can I do about the deer in my yard?
Hunting in any form within Spring Creek Association is prohibited. Signage is posted at every main entrance of the Association. Do not intentionally feed deer. Local feed stores sell sacks of "deer feed" however; this feed is not natural forage for the deer, it is a grain which their stomachs cannot digest and is of no benefit to them. Keep your hay and/or grain covered or inside a storage building or barn. Plant "deer resistant" foliage/trees. Put up a fence; fences don't always keep them out but they help deter them. Placing fencing around your trees will protect them from damage from shedding bucks and hungry pregnant does.
In order to provide NV Department of Wildlife with the most up to date information to help track the patterns and population of the Mule Deer here in the Spring Creek area, please fill out the form by clicking the button below with your issues and or incidents. There is a spot to provide photos as well so we can share this information to NDOW.
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