Here’s the explanation of the petition from the petitioners. https://open.spotify.com/episode/1oRsk1mneLpF8M60lSesIb?si=2EKV6WpCSyuyGVnrrM1KGg (fb)

Nevada recently experienced a unique moment in wildlife management—a petition initiated by houndsmen themselves. This was the first petition of its kind, aiming to proactively self-regulate a tradition that many of us have long defended. In May 2025, petitioners presented their proposal to the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners (NBWC), seeking to implement a Hound Hunting Permit system for both resident and nonresident houndsmen. The petitioners engaged with hunters from across the state and neighboring regions. As expected, there was a mixture of support and opposition. Some voiced concerns about maintaining current freedoms, while others emphasized the need for better oversight and data collection. Unlike many past petitions—often aimed at banning or limiting hound hunting altogether—this proposal sought to preserve the tradition while addressing growing pressure from nonresident hunters. Specifically, the petition recommended that nonresidents be required to obtain hound permits through a draw system. It also proposed a resident permit to ensure better data reporting and to contribute funding toward wildlife research. While the petition included a suggested fee structure, the final determination of fees would remain with the NBWC. We want to acknowledge and appreciate the effort so far from the petitioners, especially for securing the approval of the TAACH Committee to move this conversation forward. Their decision to withdraw the original petition—after recognizing data gaps—demonstrated their integrity and willingness to adapt in the interest of sound wildlife management. Despite the withdrawal, the Commission chose to move the petition to committee for further review, recognizing the strong public engagement and the merit of the issues raised. We are now working alongside the petitioners to take the next step: forming six subcommittees made up of local houndsmen across Nevada. These subcommittees will help guide the revision process, ensuring the updated proposal reflects real experiences and regional needs. We plan to start with focusing on what we know, and that is we need to help certain areas of our state, while fixing the data gap on houndsman. We recognize that the petition process has historically carried a negative connotation among houndsmen, often being used to restrict the rights we cherish. But this moment presents a chance to use that same process to protect our traditions with structure, transparency, and input from those who live it every day. The committee process will soon begin, offering an opportunity for meaningful public involvement. The Nevada Sporting Dog Alliance will continue to share updates through social media and our network of partners to ensure you are informed and included. Together, we can develop a fair, enforceable, and Nevada-led solution that keeps hound hunting alive for generations to come. (fb)