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What to know when ice fishing this winter

While skiing and snowboarding are often what first comes to mind when people think of outdoor recreation during the winter, ice fishing is another great activity for the coldest months of the year.

Scofield Reservoir designated as new Blue Ribbon Fishery

Blue Ribbon Fisheries are waterbodies that provide some of Utah's most exceptional, high-quality fishing experiences, and Scofield Reservoir was recently reclassified with this elite designation.

DWR offers several easy gift ideas for the holiday season

Surprise your friends or family with a Utah fishing or hunting license for Christmas or by paying for their registration fee for a hunting or fishing challenge! They make thoughtful presents, are easy to buy, and can be used year-round.

DWR Director J Shirley announces retirement

Utah Division of Wildlife Resources director Justin "J" Shirley announced his retirement on Nov. 12 after 22 years of service with the division. His retirement will be effective Jan. 1, 2025.

Winter sleigh rides through herd of wild elk to begin at Hardware WMA on Dec. 6

Another season of bundling up and riding on a horse-drawn sleigh or wagon through the middle of hundreds of wild elk is almost here! The Hardware Wildlife Management Area winter season and associated activities — including some new opportunities this year — begin on Dec. 6.

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