If you need to store coyotes before submitting them for reimbursement, the DWR requires you to use one of the following methods:
The best method is to store them in a plastic ziplock bag placed in a freezer. The jaw (at least the front two-thirds of the jaw) and scalp (with both ears attached), however, must be sufficiently thawed so the ears can be notched and a tooth can be removed at the reimbursement location. Before freezing an entire head, place something in the mouth to keep the jaws open completely.
If you don't have a freezer available, place the scalp or pelt and the lower jaw into a paper bag (not a plastic bag) to allow it to dry. Please do not salt or bake jaws.
Important: On the outside of the bag or on a tag attached to each coyote, please write the number that corresponds to the recorded GPS locations and dates killed on the compensation form. Frozen, rotted or unlabeled samples cannot be processed and may be rejected for payment. You are responsible for properly disposing of carcasses.
If you do not bring all of the required materials, you will not be reimbursed.
Payments can take up to six weeks to arrive. We process thousands of coyotes at check-ins during fall and winter, and we reimburse hunters as quickly as possible.
Upcoming check-in dates
In response to the current COVID-19 situation and out of an abundance of caution, coyote check-ins have been postponed until further notice. This page will be updated when check-ins will resume. If you have any questions, call 385-266-2497.
Check-ins will be by appointment only. Please contact the appropriate regions, office or the phone numbers listed below to make your appointment. If you have any questions, please call 435-703-1876.
Check-ins will take place only at the times and locations listed below, and most locations require scheduled appointments during the listed times. Please read each regional description below for more information, and contact the appropriate region, office or listed phone number as needed. If you have any questions, please call 435-703-1876.
Central Region
By appointment only. To make an appointment in the Central Region, call 385-505-7530.
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Salt Lake City (By appointment only. Please call for available times and to make an appointment.)
You must use the Coyote Bounty Reporter app to submit coyotes for compensation through Utah's Predator Control Program. A new ArcGIS Survey123-based app — called Utah Coyote Bounty Reporter (Survey123) — is replacing the old Coyote Bounty Reporter app on August 29, 2023. After that date, the old Coyote Bounty Reporter app will no longer function, and you will need to install the ArcGIS Survey 123 app on your mobile device.
With the new app — available for iOS or Android — you can provide required information electronically and submit it with a photo of the coyote. You will still be required to check in the coyote's scalp and lower jaw at a designated check-in station.
Requirements for participation in the Predator Control Program:
A valid DWR customer ID (from your Utah hunting or fishing license, or issued after you complete the coyote bounty online registration).
A valid social security number must be on file with the Division before payments can be processed. See instructions here for updating your SSN.
You will still be required to check in the scalp and lower jaw at a designated check-in station.
The ArcGIS Survey123 app must be installed on your mobile device in order for you to submit a report. You may download the app for free on Android or iOS devices.
Open the ArcGIS Survey123 app and enable app permissions: A GPS location and photos are required to submit a coyote kill location for bounty payment. To receive bounty payments, you must allow the ArcGIS Survey123 app to access your location and your camera. When you are prompted for your location, choose "Precise" and then tap "While using the app." When prompted for your camera, also tap "While using the app."
An ArcGIS Online account is not needed to use the Survey123 app. To begin, tap "Continue without signing in."
You do not need to sign in with an ArcGIS Online account to download and complete a coyote bounty report. If you do not have an ArcGIS Online account, tap "Continue without signing in."
Download the survey: If you have installed the Survey123 app, follow this link to download the Utah Coyote Bounty Reporter survey. If you are reading these instructions on a device other than your mobile phone or tablet, you may scan the following QR code:
Use either your device's camera app to scan the QR code or the Survey123 app by tapping the QR code icon. Do not tap the "Download surveys" button, or type in the search box, as you will not be able to search for a survey if you are not signed in to the Survey123 app.
Note: If the Survey123 app is not installed on your device, the link will take you to a webpage that will prompt you to download the app.
If you do not wish to download the app or if your device is incompatible, you will not be able to continue with these instructions.
Start the survey: Once the app loads the survey, it should start automatically. But if not, tap "Collect" at the bottom.
Enter your DWR customer ID, first name, last name and date of birth. Your customer ID is listed on the Proof of Registration in Utah's Predator Control Program you received after completing the mandatory training — or on any Utah hunting, fishing or combination license issued to you — and is visible when logging in to the licensing system at wildlife.utah.gov. If you are unable to find your customer ID, contact your nearest Division office. All fields are required.
Tip to quickly scroll to birthday year: Click the year in the center of the calendar to bring up a scroll wheel rather than having to click through each year.
Enter animal information and photo:
You must enter information and take a photo immediately upon killing the coyote.
Take date and time will be automatically populated.
Enter sex and take method, then capture a photo of the dead coyote.
Location (GPS coordinates), customer ID, take method, sex, date and time are embedded in the photo and cannot be updated.
Your location will be detected by your device's GPS sensor.
Photo must show the entire animal.
Submit the survey: Once all information has been entered, tap the check mark in the bottom right corner.
You'll then see a pop-up with a couple of options. If you currently have cell service and internet access, the popup will say, "Your device is online." Tap "Send now."
If you are not connected to the internet, the popup will say, "Your device is offline." Tap "Save in Outbox."
Once your device has cell signal service again, reopen the Survey123 app and the Coyote Bounty Reporter survey. You'll notice a new notification in the "Outbox." Tap "Outbox."
All unsent submissions are in the outbox. You may send them once you're in range of a cell signal by clicking the send button in the bottom right of the outbox screen.
Check-in is required to receive payment: You are required to check in the scalp and lower jaw at a designated check-in station to receive payment.
A SSN is required for tax reporting purposes before payment can be sent. If this is your first time submitting coyotes for bounty payments, your SSN may not be on file. See instructions below for updating your SSN through the DWR licensing system.
SSN update instructions
A social security number is required by the state of Utah before payments from Utah's Predator Control Program can be processed for tax reporting purposes. If you do not have a valid SSN on file with the DWR, you can update your SSN through the DWR licensing system.
On the "Fishing and hunting licenses and permits" page, click or tap the "Buy a license or permit" button.
At the bottom of the "Utah Hunting & Fishing Licenses" website, in the "New and Returning Customers" box, enter your date of birth. Click "Returning." Then enter your Customer ID and click the "Submit" button.
On the "Edit and verify account" page, in the "Customer Details" box, click the "Edit SSN" button. Click "OK" to confirm, then enter your social security number in the text field.
Confirm your residency status, then click "Continue."
Your update will now be complete, and you can check out of the licensing system.
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