Utah Wildlife News
Updates on Utah's wildlife from the DWR
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Planning to go ice fishing this winter? What anglers should know
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While skiing and snowboarding are often what first comes to mind when people think of Utah and winter recreation, ice fishing is another great way to get outside and enjoy the season. If you are planning to go ice fishing this winter, here are a few things you should know before hitting the ice.
DWR stocks more than 11.6 million fish throughout Utah in 2025
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In an effort to enhance fishing in Utah and boost native fish populations, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources stocks a variety of fish species throughout Utah every year. In 2025, over 11 million fish were stocked into waterbodies across the state.
Utah Wildlife Board approves updates for bison hunting, other changes
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The Utah Wildlife Board approved some updates for bison hunting and a few other rule changes during a public meeting held Thursday Dec. 4, 2025.
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 holds ribbon cutting for new Cook WMA in Daggett County
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The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources unveiled the newest wildlife management area in Utah at a ribbon-cutting event on Wednesday — the Cook Wildlife Management Area — which will help protect and provide summer habitat for big game animals in the area.
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.
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.