Upcoming events

Join us for an up-close experience with Utah’s DNR Law Enforcement K-9 Unit. Meet Officer Matt Burgess and his partner Cruz, alongside Officer Justin Brimhall and his partner Cooper, for an exclusive look into the specialized world of wildlife detection dogs.

You’ll discover how wildlife K-9s are trained and how their work differs from that of traditional police K-9s. The officers will share fascinating real-life cases where K-9s played a critical role in wildlife investigations, highlighting the unique skills these dogs bring to conservation and law enforcement. The seminar will conclude with a live demonstration that showcases these highly trained dogs in action.

The event is free, but we ask attendees to bring a nonperishable canned food item to donate to the Bountiful Food Pantry to help support our local community.

What to Expect:

• Learn how wildlife K-9s are trained and what sets them apart from traditional police dogs
• Hear real-life stories of cases where K-9s helped solve wildlife crimes
• Watch a live, hands-on field demonstration
• Gain a deeper appreciation for the vital role K-9s play in wildlife conservation and law enforcement

In partnership with the Wasatch Audubon Society, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hosting a series of workshops to help young people ages 6 to 12, learn about birds and birding in Utah.

On Saturday, March 28, representatives from the Wasatch Audubon Society will lead a Birds 101 workshop focused on owl species in Utah. Attendees can expect to:

• Learn about the variety of owls that live in Utah
• Dissect owl pellets
• Discover how to go birding for owls

The workshop will be held in the L.S. Skaggs Discovery Classroom at the Eccles Wildlife Education Center and last approximately 90 minutes. A parent or guardian must accompany attendees.

Registration is required for this event. There is no cost to attend, but we ask participants to bring nonperishable canned food items to donate to the Bountiful Food Pantry. This special opportunity allows you to give back to the community while learning about birds, and it supports local individuals and families in need.

Join us for a full day of shooting sports events and clinics to help you improve your skills on the range and in the field! Learn how to get your .22 rifle on target, improve grips and stance with your handgun, see dogs and their trainers in action, try out archery equipment and more!

What to expect

• All ages are welcome at the open house! Youth ages 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• .22 Caliber rifles and ammunition will be available for the .22 marksmanship and spinner activities. For the shotgun ranges, only 7 ½-, 8- or 9-shot sizes are authorized.
• Eye and ear protection are required for any events on the shooting range. You may purchase some at the event if you would like, but there will not be any available for free use.
• Dress comfortably. We have an outdoor range, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
• All participants in any shooting event must fill out an event waiver when signing up.
• The event includes ADA-accessible activities.

Schedule of events, demonstrations and clinics

Join us for hands-on activities and demonstrations throughout the day. All shooting range activities are first come, first served. Please be aware there may be wait times for some events.

• 9 a.m.–noon: .22 rifle marksmanship and spinner course on the Hunter Ed Range
• 9 a.m.–noon: Muzzleloader demonstrations on the Specialty Range
• All day: Dog training demonstrations at the Lee Kay Demo Pond
• All day: Mini-archery challenge
• All day: Trap and skeet informational clinics
• And more!

Exhibitors and event sponsors

Exhibitors and event sponsors will be on hand all day to answer your questions, share tips and demonstrate equipment!

• Wasatch Hunt Retriever Club
• Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
• Mountain Men of the Wasatch
• Wild Arrow Archery

Event contact: Daniel Gutierrez | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.