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Listen to "Wild" podcast episode 71: Utah fly fishing
New podcast: Fly fishing in Utah

DWR Habitat Section Assistant Chief Paul Thompson and Utah State Director for Utah Trout Unlimited Jordan Nielson dive into the world of fly fishing in Utah, including basic equipment, where to go and some of their favorite experiences on the river.

We talk about fly fishing in Utah, including basic equipment, where to go and some favorite experiences on the river.

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What hunters should know for the 2025 deer and elk hunts

If you are going to hunt deer or elk in Utah this fall, here is some important information and tips that will be helpful when planning and preparing for your hunt.

Here is some important information that will be helpful when planning and preparing for your deer or elk hunt this fall.

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Feedback requested: DWR proposes updates to big game management plans, population objectives

The DWR is seeking the public's feedback on proposals to update the mountain goat and bighorn sheep statewide management plans, as well as a few updates to population objectives for deer on three hunting units in southeastern Utah.

The DWR is proposing updates to mountain goat, bighorn sheep and deer management plans, and is seeking feedback.

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