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Each week the DWR publishes interesting and informative stories about Utah's wildlife. If you want these stories delivered to your inbox just as soon as we publish them, please sign up for our weekly email.

DWR proposes changes to spearfishing, other fish-related rules

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing a few changes to the state's fishing-related rules, including those for spearfishing and private fish ponds. The public is invited to give their feedback on these proposed changes in several upcoming public meetings and online.

Utah Wildlife Board receives 2 new members

Two new members were recently confirmed to the seven-member Utah Wildlife Board and will help approve the rules and regulations regarding hunting, fishing and wildlife management in the state.

What hunters should know for the 2023 Utah deer and elk hunts

The general-season buck deer archery hunt and the general spike and any-bull elk archery hunts are the first big game hunts of Utah's fall season, and they begin Saturday, Aug. 19. Here are a few things people hunting deer and elk in Utah this fall should know.

50th anniversary of Endangered Species Act: A look at how the DWR, partnering agencies are helping 4 listed fish species recover

The Endangered Species Act was enacted in 1973 to establish protections for fish, wildlife and plants in the U.S. It has prevented the extinction of hundreds of imperiled species and promoted the recovery of many others. With the ESA now in its 50th year, here's a look at four fish species currently listed under the ESA and how several agencies are working to recover them.

Celebrate National Shooting Sports Month at 2 DWR ranges

August is National Shooting Sports Month, making it a great time to hit the shooting range. (Established ranges are also a safer option for wildfire prevention, especially if you’re planning to target shoot with firearms during the current hot conditions.) 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.

Over 14,000 boats inspected for quagga mussels during Pioneer Day weekend

Law enforcement officers and technicians with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other agencies had a busy 24th of July weekend, working to inspect and decontaminate boats across the state. Their efforts focused on preventing the invasive quagga mussels in Lake Powell and in other states from spreading to other Utah waterbodies.

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