Utah Wildlife News
Updates on Utah's wildlife from the DWR
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Utah Cutthroat Slam reaches 2K completions; anglers now able to choose from 4 collectable medallions
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The Utah Cutthroat Slam has reached a new milestone of over 2,000 slam completions. Now, anglers who finish the popular fishing challenge can choose which of the four species-specific medallions they want with each slam completion.
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.
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
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.
Construction underway on Loa Fish Hatchery; rebuild to be completed in 2027
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Construction on the new Loa Fish Hatchery is underway, and an event was held May 30 to allow local residents, legislators, county commissioners, angling organizations and other groups to learn more about the project and construction timelines.
3 new conservation projects funded by Utah Cutthroat Slam to benefit native trout in Utah
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Three new conservation projects geared toward helping Utah's native cutthroat trout were recently selected for this year, funded by the Utah Cutthroat Slam.