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If you want to try hunting for the first time or if you are a seasoned hunter looking for a new opportunity, upland game hunting is a great option! The majority of the upland game hunts in Utah are open to anyone with a Utah hunting or combination license and most don't require an additional permit.
The Utah Cutthroat Slam recently reached a milestone of raising over $100,000 in funding, which goes toward projects and other efforts to restore native cutthroat trout throughout Utah.
With summer winding down and cooler temperatures on the horizon, some anglers may be gearing up for fall fishing in Utah. If you are planning to fish at four specific waterbodies in the state, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is requesting the harvest of specific fish species that are negatively impacting the fishery at each waterbody.
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing changes to the current fishing regulations in Utah, as well as a few other rule amendments, and is seeking the public's feedback.
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.
If you will be archery hunting this fall, there are several ways you can prepare for the hunt and stay safe while out in the field.
Utah is home to 18 confirmed bat species, and an upcoming Utah Division of Wildlife Resources event will give you the opportunity to learn more about them and to possibly see bats up close.
Several projects aimed at improving boater access in Utah were recently approved for funding and should begin construction in 2024. Through a partnership with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, approximately $2.6 million in funding was made available for these improvements.
Whether you are a beginner who wants to shoot a bow or rifle for the first time, or you're a seasoned hunter prepping for the fall hunts, the two Utah Division of Wildlife Resources shooting ranges offer something for everyone and will also provide free and discounted shooting on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024.
As hummingbirds are migrating through Utah this summer, you've most likely witnessed a few eating at a feeder or enjoying some other source of nectar for a quick meal. If you want to see these incredible birds up close, you should consider attending an upcoming Utah Division of Wildlife Resources event in northeastern Utah.
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