Upcoming events

Celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day by getting the kids outdoors for a youth pheasant hunt! This free hunt — offered by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and its partners — is a great opportunity for any young hunter. Please take note of the details below as they contain important information about hunt requirements, preparation and expectations.

Requirements:

• Hunters must be 17 years of age or younger to participate.
• To participate, you will need to verify completed hunter education or a trial hunting program number, as well as a valid hunting or combination license.
• All participants must complete the waiver form provided prior to the event. This includes adults attending to supervise youth or observers/helpers staying at the event to provide transportation and youth who will be hunting. You will only be permitted at the event if you have signed the online waiver.
• Anyone going afield is required to wear a hunter orange hat and vest. Please bring your own hats and vests for everyone in your party.
• A maximum of two observers per participant will be permitted to attend this event.
• Please leave your dog home for this event as we will have volunteer guides for the event. The only dogs allowed at the event will be those provided by the volunteer guides. This ensures there are no conflicts or issues with any of the volunteers' dogs.

Be prepared:

• The hunt is limited to 40 participants (no more than 10 youth hunters per session), so please register early. If the event is filled and you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email the staff below and include the following: name of the participant, phone number, age, and what hunt time(s) they would like. Staff will be in contact with you shortly.
• Some shotguns will be available to borrow, but we recommend bringing your own guns, ammunition, safety glasses/goggles and hearing protection. Please make sure all firearms are unloaded upon arrival.
• Please arrive at least 45 minutes before your scheduled hunt so you can check in, attend the safety briefing, practice on the trap range and disperse before shooting begins.
• Please research the shotgun choke preference prior to arrival. Either a modified or full choke is recommended, depending on shooting preference of the hunter, but it is not required.

What to expect:

• Before hunters go afield, they will have an opportunity to practice on the trap range.
• You will choose your hunt time when you register.
• The hunt leaders and guides will lead you to the hunting locations.
• Stewart’s Marketplace will provide light snacks and refreshments.
• The hunt location and detailed driving directions will be sent to you by email after registration and prior to the hunt. Please look for the 'Event Ahead' signs along the way. The following link shows the approximate location of the hunting property: https://goo.gl/maps/5cxBQExU6ash1kmC6

Your feedback is appreciated! The supervising adult will be emailed a survey within the week after your hunt occurs; please check your emails the week following the hunt to provide your much-appreciated feedback. See you there!

Event Contacts:

Anthony Christianson at 435-828-0008 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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

For questions or directions on the day of the hunt, contact Pleasant Valley at 435-646-3194.

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hosting a free Waterfowl Hunting Basics Seminar! You will learn about the equipment, techniques and safety considerations needed for stepping out into the marsh, and into the exciting world of waterfowl hunting.

Seminar Topics:

• Proper hunting gear.
• Shotgun shooting fundamentals.
• The basics of decoy placement.
• General tips to increase hunter success and improve hunter confidence.

What to expect:

• The seminar will be held at the DWR Central Region Office conference room, which is accessible through the main lobby entrance double doors.
• This seminar will include a PowerPoint presentation with example objects and gear demonstrations. We will cover decoys, clothing, game calls, firearms, safety gear and much more.
• Please plan on arriving 10-15 minutes early to check in and secure a seat.
• Restrooms and water fountains are available.

For questions about this event, please contact:

Derek Murdock at 801-400-4909 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is partnering with the National Wild Turkey Federation to host a free seminar covering essential fall turkey hunting information. We’ll cover the fundamentals of fall turkey hunting, share tips to increase success stepping out into the field, and answer all of your questions!

Seminar Topics:

• Why we have a fall turkey hunt in Utah.
• The differences between spring and fall hunts.
• Where you can hunt and how you can hunt fall turkeys.
• Firearm options and shooting fundamentals.
• General tips to increase hunter success and improve hunter confidence.

What to expect:

• The seminar will be held at the DWR Central Region Office conference room, which is accessible through the main lobby entrance double doors.
• This seminar will include a PowerPoint presentation with example objects and gear demonstrations.
• NWTF Utah State Chapter president, Lynn Worwood, will present and demonstrate turkey hunting tips.

For questions about this event, please contact:

Scott Root at 801-376-7076 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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

Join the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources for a close-up view of the vibrant colors and interesting behaviors of spawning kokanee salmon as they swim upstream. Come witness this natural wonder!

What to expect:

• Hundreds of fluorescent red salmon spawning.
• DWR biologists on hand to answer questions and give you an up-close look at the fish.
• A beautiful walk along the Twin Creeks boardwalk.
• Parking is available at the Twin Creek picnic area northeast of the lodge along SR-25. 

This free, family-friendly event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Twin Creek picnic area at Fish Lake.

See you there!

Event Contact:

Johnny Neil at 435-868-8756 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, Dinosaur National Monument and several local, state and federal organizations and volunteers are working together to host this year’s annual Sandhill Crane Viewing Day. Come and scope out the local hot spots for seeing migratory sandhill cranes in the Uintah Basin! This event is free, and it is a great outing for the whole family.

What to bring:

• Your vehicle. Driving to viewing sites will be required during both event times.
• Binoculars or spotting scopes. We will supply a limited amount of gear, but we encourage you to bring your own. Disinfectant wipes will be provided to clean the supplied gear between users.
• A camera. Use a telephoto lens for quality images.
• Snacks and water. Come prepared for a long day outside, and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather.

Schedule of Events:

In order to maximize viewing opportunities in different parts of the basin, we are offering two different viewings at the beginning and end of the day. Please register for this event so we can accurately get a count to prepare for the number of vehicles that will be attending. You may choose to attend one or both times/locations for this event. Locations may produce varying numbers of birds.

• 7–9 a.m. event: Meet at Jensen Park, and then travel to fields near the Green River in Jensen, Utah.
• 5–7 p.m. event: Meet at the commuter parking lot at the intersection of Highway 40 and state Route 88 (Ouray turn-off) between Vernal and Roosevelt, and then travel to Ouray National Wildlife Refuge and Pelican Lake.

Directions:

7–9 a.m. event: Jensen Park (8775 E. 6000 South, Jensen, UT).

• Tucked just off the highway between Naples, Utah, and the Colorado border is Jensen Park. The park offers access to a pavilion, electricity, water, horseshoe pits and a basketball court. Restrooms are available nearby.

5–7 p.m. event: Please meet at the commuter parking lot at the intersection of Highway 40 and State Route 88 (Ouray turn-off) between Vernal and Roosevelt.

• From Vernal: Drive east on Highway 40 approximately 12 miles to the Ouray turn-off at State Route 88. The parking lot is located on the south side of Highway 40 at the intersection.
• From Roosevelt: Drive west on Highway 40 approximately 13 miles to the Ouray turn-off at state Route 88. The parking lot is located on the south side of Highway 40 at the intersection.

For both viewing times, look for DWR event signs as you get close to direct you to the meeting area.

Event Contacts:

Anthony Christianson at 435-828-0008 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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

Partners:

Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service and Dinosaur National Monument (NPS).

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, Dinosaur National Monument and several local, state and federal organizations and volunteers are working together to host this year’s annual Sandhill Crane Viewing Day. Come and scope out the local hot spots for seeing migratory sandhill cranes in the Uintah Basin! This event is free, and it is a great outing for the whole family.

What to bring:

• Your vehicle. Driving to viewing sites will be required during both event times.
• Binoculars or spotting scopes. We will supply a limited amount of gear, but we encourage you to bring your own. Disinfectant wipes will be provided to clean the supplied gear between users.
• A camera. Use a telephoto lens for quality images.
• Snacks and water. Come prepared for a long day outside, and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather.

Schedule of Events:

In order to maximize viewing opportunities in different parts of the basin, we are offering two different viewings at the beginning and end of the day. Please register for this event so we can accurately get a count to prepare for the number of vehicles that will be attending. You may choose to attend one or both times/locations for this event. Locations may produce varying numbers of birds.

• 7–9 a.m. event: Meet at Jensen Park, and then travel to fields near the Green River in Jensen, Utah.
• 5–7 p.m. event: Meet at the commuter parking lot at the intersection of Highway 40 and state Route 88 (Ouray turn-off) between Vernal and Roosevelt, and then travel to Ouray National Wildlife Refuge and Pelican Lake.

Directions:

7–9 a.m. event: Jensen Park (8775 E. 6000 South, Jensen, UT).

• Tucked just off the highway between Naples, Utah, and the Colorado border is Jensen Park. The park offers access to a pavilion, electricity, water, horseshoe pits and a basketball court. Restrooms are available nearby.

5–7 p.m. event: Please meet at the commuter parking lot at the intersection of Highway 40 and State Route 88 (Ouray turn-off) between Vernal and Roosevelt.

• From Vernal: Drive east on Highway 40 approximately 12 miles to the Ouray turn-off at State Route 88. The parking lot is located on the south side of Highway 40 at the intersection.
• From Roosevelt: Drive west on Highway 40 approximately 13 miles to the Ouray turn-off at state Route 88. The parking lot is located on the south side of Highway 40 at the intersection.

For both viewing times, look for DWR event signs as you get close to direct you to the meeting area.

Event Contacts:

Anthony Christianson at 435-828-0008 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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

Partners:

Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service and Dinosaur National Monument (NPS).

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hosting a free Big Game Hunting Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 12! In this seminar, you'll learn what to do in the field after you've taken the shot or released the arrow. Whether you're looking to hunt deer, elk, pronghorn, moose, bison, bighorn sheep or Rocky Mountain goat, our hope is that you'll come with questions and walk away with an increased confidence in your own ability to bring an animal off the mountain, and into the kitchen for processing.

Seminar Topics:

• Tracking/locating an animal after the shot.
• Breaking down an animal in the field.
• What to do if you've taken the shot and can't immediately retrieve the animal.
• Storing meat in the field.
• What it takes to transport meat from the field.
• Staying legal through the process.
• Meat processing discussion and demonstration.
• Additional tips to increase hunter confidence.
• Q&A with our central regional wildlife manager, Sydney Lamb.

What to expect:

• The seminar will be held at the DWR Central Region Office conference room, which is accessible through the main lobby entrance double doors.
• This seminar will include a PowerPoint presentation with example objects and processing demonstrations.
• Please plan on arriving 10 to 15-minutes early to check in and secure a seat.
• Restrooms and water fountains are available.

For questions about this event, please contact:

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

Join us as we celebrate migratory birds! The Great Salt Lake sees 12 million birds annually! To celebrate the wetlands at Farmington Bay WMA and the migratory species we see, we'll be teaming with the GSL Audubon Society!

W hat to expect:

• Installation of bird boxes (to help mitigate bird window strikes at the education center)
• Dissection of bird nests
• A representative to report on the Western Shorebird Survey
• Other fun activities

If you have any questions please email Hayley Pace, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Dress up in your spookiest costume and join the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources for Owl-o-ween at the Eccles Wildlife Education Center! This is a free, family-friendly event that you and your little ones won’t want to miss this fall season.

What to expect:

• See live owls up close!
• Learn more about creatures of the night.
• Take a spooky walk on our nature trail.
• Play games, make crafts and more.

A unique experience will also be happening the same day Oct. 14th. A partial solar eclipse will move across the area. The solar eclipse will start around 9:09 am and will reach maximum eclipse at around 10:28 am and will end at around 11:54 am.

Join us for this spectacular event!

Event Contact:

Hayley Pace at 385-515-6447 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..