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Utah Wildlife Board approves permit surrender options for hunts impacted by Monroe Canyon Fire; 4 new members named to wildlife board
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During an emergency meeting on Aug. 1, the Utah Wildlife Board approved a few options for hunters whose hunts may be impacted by the Monroe Canyon Fire. Two new board members were also sworn in during the meeting and began their 6-year terms serving on the Utah Wildlife Board.
DWR proposes new e-tagging option for harvested wildlife, other items
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The DWR is proposing a few updates to some license and permit rules, including allowing the option of electronically tagging a harvested animal, and is seeking the public's feedback on the proposals.
Utah Cutthroat Slam releases newest medallion after reaching over 1,750 completions
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The Utah Cutthroat Slam has reached a new milestone of over 1,750 slam completions and is releasing the newest medallion — featuring the Bonneville cutthroat trout — for anglers who complete the fishing challenge.
Utah Wildlife Board approves updates to WMA license requirement rule, guide and outfitter requirements and other changes
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The Utah Wildlife Board approved a few new and updated rules, including the wildlife management area license requirement for certain counties and the new process for regulating hunting guides and outfitters — along with a few other proposals during a public meeting June 12.
3 places to fish for bass in southern Utah
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If you want to target largemouth or smallmouth bass, Utah has three stunning locations that not only offer great fishing, but that also need more bass harvest.
Nonresident license fee increases, WMA access changes and other wildlife-related laws passed during the 2025 legislative session
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A lot of bills were passed during the 2025 legislative session. There were several bills related to wildlife management that were signed into law — here are just a few to be aware of.
DWR completes new facility at Mantua Fish Hatchery to increase, improve egg production
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The Mantua Fish Hatchery recently completed construction on a new facility that will improve efficiency and increase production of the trout egg supply for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources fish hatcheries that stock fish across Utah.
Utah Wildlife Board approves updated deer management plan, new hunt strategies research and other items
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Utah Wildlife Board approves updated deer management plan, new hunt strategies research and other items
DWR stocks more than 12.8 million fish throughout Utah in 2024
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In an effort to enhance fishing and boost native fish populations, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources stocks a variety of fish species throughout Utah every year, and in 2024, over 12.8 million fish were stocked into waterbodies across the state.
Utah Cutthroat Slam reaches record number of yearly completions in 2024, releases newest medallion
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The Utah Cutthroat Slam saw a record number of completions in 2024 and is releasing the newest medallion for anglers who complete the fishing challenge.