Upcoming events

Join the Division of Wildlife Resources, Provo City and the Utah Wild Sheep Foundation near the mouth of Rock Canyon for an opportunity to see bighorn sheep!

This free family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Rock Canyon Park pavilion area in Provo, UT.

What to expect:

• There will be a chance of seeing bighorn sheep on the mountain side.
• Utah DWR will have binoculars and spotting scopes people can use to view sheep on the mountain from the pavilion gathering area.
• There will be signs directing people to the pavilion at the Rock Canyon Park trail.
• Utah DWR and the Utah Wild Sheep Foundation personnel will be onsite to answer questions about Utah's Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep.
• Restrooms and a playground are onsite.

What to bring:

• Viewing equipment such as binoculars or a spotting scope (we will have a limited supply provided for free use).
• Water, a hat, jacket and camera!

Please note: The sheep in this area are visible year round, so if you cannot make the event (or if we are at capacity), feel free to visit the area on your own time! Bring your binoculars and scan the mountain side to spot these unique animals located east of Rock Canyon Park. Please remember to view these animals from a safe distance.

See you there!

Event Contact:

Nicole Passeri | (385) 277-2966 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Michael Packer | (385) 225-4322 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

This seminar is a great learning opportunity for anglers who want to be successful ice fishing at the high-elevation frozen lakes of southern Utah. We will cover information such as, safety, preparation, Southern Utah locations, techniques, strategies and essential gear.

Whether you're a beginner or you have ice fished before, this free event is perfect for anyone looking to improve their ice-fishing skills!

Whether you're new to bird-watching or an advanced birder, come and help gather data on birds at the Ouray National Wildlife Refuge! We are partnering with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Audubon Society to host the 21st annual Ouray Christmas Bird Count, which is part of Audubon's 126th Christmas Bird Count. Support over a century's worth of bird conservation work and enjoy a day exploring the great outdoors!

What to expect:

• Meet at 8 a.m. at the Ouray National Wildlife Refuge visitor's office parking lot. Please call the Refuge at 435-545-2522 (ext. 112) if you need directions.
• This is a great time of year to experience birds in one of the Uintah Basin's hidden little secrets. There is a high chance you will also see many porcupines, mule deer and other wildlife species that frequent the refuge.
• The count takes place in an established 15-mile diameter circle.
• Bird count volunteers will follow specified routes through the circle and count every bird they see or hear throughout the day. If you are a beginning birder, you will be able to join a group that includes at least one experienced birder.
• We will have a briefing in the parking lot to discuss count areas and assign groups.

What to bring:

• Binoculars. We will have extra binoculars for your group if you need them.
• Water and food for the day.
• Dress for the weather. There are no amenities in the survey area, so plan accordingly.

Note: If you can't make it to the Ouray count and would still like to participate in Utah, check out Audubon's Christmas Bird Count maps to volunteer for a count near you: https://www.audubon.org/conservation/join-christmas-bird-count.

Utah Birding Slam:

This is a great opportunity for you to complete some of the different Utah Birding Slams, so consider signing-up for a slam or two before participating in the Christmas Bird Count. See the Utah Birding Slam for more details.

Event Contacts:

Tonya Kieffer-Selby | 801-995-2972 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..