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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.
With the weather warming up across the state, black bears will soon begin leaving their dens. You can learn more about black bears — and how to stay safe while camping and hiking this summer — at an exhibit at the Hardware Wildlife Education Center during select weekends in April.
With warmer temperatures on the near horizon, many Utahns may start heading outside more frequently for outdoor recreation. However, if you are planning to take your dog on any hikes or camping trips this spring and summer, please make sure your pet doesn't chase or harass any wildlife.
Fisheries staff from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will share updates on the Bear Lake fishery, and work plans for 2025, at an upcoming public meeting.
This winter, a record 1,901 big game animals were captured, providing important data about big game herds across the state.
Fisheries biologists from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will share updates on the Flaming Gorge fishery, as well as work plans for 2025, at an upcoming public meeting.
If you have ever wanted to see mountain goats in the wild, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will be holding a free viewing event in March to help provide that opportunity.
If you have ever wanted to see mountain goats in the wild, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will be holding a free viewing event in March to help provide that opportunity.
Starting March 7, you can learn all about the largest rodent in North America and enjoy a few family-friendly activities by visiting the free exhibit at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources' Hardware Wildlife Education Center.
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is announcing some updates to the annual Utah Hunting Skills Challenge and is inviting anyone who has completed Hunter Education to register and compete in the upcoming state competition.
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