Make a difference – Serve on the Utah Wildlife Board

Applications accepted until March 31

If you care about Utah's wildlife and you want to make a difference, you may want to consider applying to serve on the Utah Wildlife Board.

The board sets policy that guides how wildlife is managed in Utah. Those policies include rules that regulate hunting and fishing in the state.

"A strong interest in wildlife and wildlife management, and a commitment to represent the people of Utah, are among the qualities you need to serve on the board," says Staci Coons, board coordinator for the Division of Wildlife Resources.

Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2009. For more information, or to apply, visit wildlife.utah.gov/public_meetings/apply.php on the Web.

Two openings

The Utah Wildlife Board Nominating Committee has two vacancies it needs to fill on the seven-member board this year.

After interviewing candidates, the committee will forward its recommendations to Gov. Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. Gov. Huntsman will make the final choice. The members the governor appoints will serve six-year terms.

"Board members attend 10 to 12 wildlife board meetings in Salt Lake City each year," Coons says. "They're also encouraged to attend monthly Wildlife Regional Advisory Council meetings in their regions. Some overnight travel is required."