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Desert National Wildlife Refuge — From Bighorn Sheep to Southern Paiutes

Explore the vast Desert National Wildlife Refuge, home to bighorn sheep, birds, and deep history.

8/23/2016 | Rating NR

Desert National Wildlife Refuge — From Bighorn Sheep to Southern Paiutes

Clip: Season 1 Episode 126 | 5m 6sVideo has Closed Captions

Explore the vast Desert National Wildlife Refuge, home to bighorn sheep, birds, and deep history.

Join Outdoor Nevada host John Burke as he explores the Desert National Wildlife Refuge, the largest refuge in the lower 48 states. Just north of Las Vegas, this 1.6-million-acre sanctuary is home to desert bighorn sheep, 320 species of birds, and a rich history stretching from the Southern Paiute people to modern conservation efforts.

8/23/2016 | Rating NR

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