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26 October 2005, 07:54
cal30 1906
Elko county Nevada
Hi guys can anyone tell me where to go to shoot jackrabbits and praire dogs in this area?

I took a job at one of the mines down there
and will be looking for some varmits to practice on.
I have missed the red mist since I left Wyoming 15 years ago.

Thanks again
Don




If it cant be Grown it has to be Mined! Devoted member of Newmont mining company Underground Mine rescue team. Carlin East,Deep Star ,Leeville,Deep Post ,Chukar and now Exodus Where next? Pete Bajo to train newbies on long hole stoping and proper blasting techniques.
Back to Exodus mine again learning teaching and operating autonomous loaders in the underground. Bringing everyday life to most individuals 8' at a time!
26 October 2005, 10:48
sierrabravo45
I was shooting Jackrabbits between Jackpot and Elko last year. I was using a .308, .223, .44 mag, and a 6mm. I was actually lion hunting but had some time to shoot rabbits. They group up into large densities in the winter. I must have seen 200 to 300 in some areas, it gets boring shooting them after awhile. You have to make rules, such as "only shooting them on the run" and they have to be at least 100 yards for offhand shots. We had a good time. I was shooting them off the roads that lead to Cottonwood Ranch. You can probably do a google search for the road.


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27 October 2005, 03:05
bartsche
CoolThere's a 54 yr. old gal there named Mickey that knows all about varmint activities. Use to be married (kinda) to a local Native American. Ask for her at Keith's Truck Stop ( Wineemucca I believe); that is if it is still there. Red FaceRoger


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04 November 2005, 05:11
rootbeer
Go down to the gunshop on Idaho Street and ask them. I'm sure they can hook you up with someone who knows. Or go out to the public range and ask around. There have to be jacks in them hills somewhere...
04 November 2005, 08:37
cal30 1906
rootbeer

You have to pass thru there from time to time
when I get settled Ill get a hold of you.

Ill keep in touch.

Don




If it cant be Grown it has to be Mined! Devoted member of Newmont mining company Underground Mine rescue team. Carlin East,Deep Star ,Leeville,Deep Post ,Chukar and now Exodus Where next? Pete Bajo to train newbies on long hole stoping and proper blasting techniques.
Back to Exodus mine again learning teaching and operating autonomous loaders in the underground. Bringing everyday life to most individuals 8' at a time!
06 November 2005, 01:33
rootbeer
In the Reno/Sparks and Carson City areas we have a freebie newspaper called the Big Nickel. People place ads in it to buy and sell things, et cetera. If Elko has such a thing, you might try placing a small ad asking where to shoot such vermin, leaving just your email address for a contact. Of course, those who know where these fuzzy targets hang out might be reluctant to pass on the information.
10 November 2005, 10:27
rutten
cal30 1906, I have a few friends that work in the mines in Elko. I am from Wallace Idaho but relocated to Columbus, Mt. about 15 years ago. One of my buddies that lives in Elko is a avid hunter and I am sure he could hook you up. He is working for Barrick now.
Scott
11 November 2005, 07:54
cal30 1906
I hear ya
I am a Silver Valley boy Myself.
let me know what you can do.
I hired out at Newmont but I know a few guys at Barrick also, Lots of Shoshone county boys down there and I like that. beer




If it cant be Grown it has to be Mined! Devoted member of Newmont mining company Underground Mine rescue team. Carlin East,Deep Star ,Leeville,Deep Post ,Chukar and now Exodus Where next? Pete Bajo to train newbies on long hole stoping and proper blasting techniques.
Back to Exodus mine again learning teaching and operating autonomous loaders in the underground. Bringing everyday life to most individuals 8' at a time!
14 November 2005, 11:47
HARDBALLER
No prairie dogs in NV, just jack rabbits. Lots of badgers North of Wells on the ranches. Just bring some Tequila along because all the ranch hands out there are Mexicans. No kidding, great people. There are also lots of rock chucks around Jarbridge. Great coyote hunting, too.
14 November 2005, 17:10
cal30 1906
Hardballer

Thanks for the input , sounds like you spent a little tims in that neck of the woods.
Don




If it cant be Grown it has to be Mined! Devoted member of Newmont mining company Underground Mine rescue team. Carlin East,Deep Star ,Leeville,Deep Post ,Chukar and now Exodus Where next? Pete Bajo to train newbies on long hole stoping and proper blasting techniques.
Back to Exodus mine again learning teaching and operating autonomous loaders in the underground. Bringing everyday life to most individuals 8' at a time!
13 January 2006, 07:11
Jay Johnson
Lots of Rock chucks and rattlesnakes.
17 January 2006, 03:56
tnekkcc
30 years ago I had a study partner, USN ensign Wiggins, from Elko, who told me that the town was mostly Basque sheep herders.

It is probably all cab drivers from India by now.